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Sandy Spring, Maryland

Sandy Spring is an unincorporated community located in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, within the Ashton-Sandy Spring census-designated place, approximately 20 miles north of Washington, D.C., and northeast of Olney. It forms part of the broader Ashton-Sandy Spring area, characterized by its rural villages, historic Quaker settlements, and affluent residential neighborhoods.^[1] With a population of approximately 5,418 residents in the Ashton-Sandy Spring census-designated place as of 2023 estimates, the community features a median age of 49.2 years and a median household income of $178,214, reflecting its prosperous, suburban-rural profile.^[2]^[3] Historically, Sandy Spring was first settled around 1728 by Quaker families as a farming community in what was then a frontier area of colonial Maryland.^[4] The Sandy Spring Friends Meeting, one of the oldest Quaker congregations in the region, traces its origins to 1753, when weekly religious gatherings began on land donated by James Brooke near a namesake freshwater spring.^[5]^[6] Early settlers, adhering to Quaker principles of simplicity, pacifism, and equality, initially relied on enslaved labor for tobacco farming, but the community became a pioneer in abolitionism; by the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Maryland Quakers, including those in Sandy Spring, manumitted their slaves, fostering a significant free Black population that worked as wage laborers and contributed to the area's social fabric.^[4] The current Sandy Spring Friends Meetinghouse, a Federal-style brick structure completed in 1817, stands as a central landmark and the largest house of worship in Montgomery County at the time, symbolizing the community's enduring religious and cultural influence.^[5]^[6] Today, Sandy Spring maintains its historical legacy through institutions like the Sandy Spring Friends School, founded in 1961, and the Sandy Spring Museum, which preserves local artifacts and stories from its Quaker and agricultural past.^[6] The area is predominantly White (65.8%), with notable Black (10.5%) and Asian (9.5%) populations, and it emphasizes preservation of its rural village overlay zone amid Montgomery County's suburban growth.^[7] Community efforts focus on sustainable development, including bikeways and heritage trails that connect historic sites, ensuring Sandy Spring remains a quiet enclave of history and natural beauty.^[8]

Geography

Location and Boundaries

Sandy Spring is an unincorporated community situated in northern Montgomery County, Maryland, within the Washington metropolitan area.^[9] It operates under the ZIP code 20860 and telephone area codes 301 and 240, reflecting its integration into the regional communication and postal systems.^[10]^[11] Geographically centered at approximately 39°08′54″N 77°01′42″W, Sandy Spring lies along Maryland Route 108, serving as a key east-west corridor through the area.^[10] The community's boundaries are generally defined by local roadways, with Brooke Road and Dr. Bird Road (also known as Norwood Road) forming the northern and western limits, Ednor Road marking the southern edge, and New Hampshire Avenue (Maryland Route 650) delineating the eastern boundary.^[12] These limits encompass a compact rural village core around the intersection of MD 108 and Brooke Road, transitioning outward to low-density residential and open spaces. For U.S. Census Bureau statistical purposes, Sandy Spring is combined with the neighboring community of Ashton into the Ashton-Sandy Spring census-designated place (CDP), which facilitates data collection without altering administrative status.^[13] Sandy Spring's position places it in close proximity to several nearby locales, enhancing its accessibility within the region. It borders Ashton directly to the east and Olney approximately 3.8 miles to the south, while Washington, D.C., lies about 20 miles southeast, underscoring the community's role as a suburban extension of the capital's metropolitan framework.^[9]^[14] This strategic location between Georgia Avenue (MD 97) to the west and New Hampshire Avenue to the east supports its historical rural character amid growing suburban influences.^[9]

Topography and Climate

Sandy Spring is situated in the Piedmont region of Montgomery County, characterized by gently rolling hills that contribute to its picturesque landscape.^[15] Elevations in the area typically range from 400 to 500 feet above sea level, with an average of approximately 449 feet, providing a varied terrain that transitions from open fields to subtle rises.^[16] The soils are predominantly fertile loams, historically ideal for cultivating tobacco and corn, which supported early agricultural communities in the region.^[17] Today, these soils underpin a mix of residential development and preserved green spaces, with much of the surrounding land protected as part of Montgomery County's Agricultural Reserve, encompassing over 93,000 acres dedicated to farmland conservation and rural character.^[18] Wooded areas and streams, such as Rock Creek—a tributary of the Potomac River—enhance the area's rural-suburban ambiance, fostering biodiversity and recreational opportunities amid the preserved farmlands.^[19] The climate of Sandy Spring is classified as humid subtropical, featuring hot, humid summers and cool winters, moderated by its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, which influences precipitation patterns and humidity levels across Maryland.^[20] Average high temperatures reach about 85°F in July, the warmest month, while January lows average around 25°F, with annual precipitation totaling approximately 44 inches, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year. This climatic profile supports the area's agricultural heritage while contributing to its appeal as a semi-rural enclave.

Demographics

Population and Composition

The Ashton-Sandy Spring census-designated place (CDP), encompassing Sandy Spring, Maryland, recorded a total population of 5,746 in the 2020 United States Census. Recent American Community Survey (ACS) estimates indicate a slight decline to approximately 5,418 residents as of 2023, reflecting a stable but mature suburban community within Montgomery County.^[21]^[22] The median age in Ashton-Sandy Spring was 48.3 years according to the 2018–2022 ACS, underscoring an older demographic typical of established residential areas near Washington, D.C. This age distribution highlights a community with significant numbers of long-term residents, including retirees and professionals drawn to the area's rural-suburban character.^[23] Racial and ethnic composition in the 2020 Census showed 61.3% White alone, 14.1% Black or African American alone, 10.4% Asian alone, 4.2% some other race alone, and 9.4% two or more races; Hispanic or Latino residents of any race comprised 10.5% of the population. Updated ACS data from 2018–2022 adjusts these figures slightly to 67.2% White alone, 12.2% Black or African American alone, 7.7% Asian alone, 7.3% some other race alone, and 5.6% two or more races, with ongoing diversity influenced by the D.C. metro region's influx.^[21]^[23] Historically, the population has nearly doubled from 3,092 in 1990 to 5,746 in 2020, transitioning from a rural Quaker settlement to a suburban enclave through post-World War II development and commuter growth. This expansion has been accompanied by sustained cultural diversity, notably a significant African American presence dating to the 18th century, including free Black families documented in an 1901 U.S. Labor Department survey of the area's unique Black community history.^[24]^[21]^[25]

Economy and Housing

Sandy Spring's economy reflects its position as an affluent suburb within the Washington, D.C. commuter belt, with a median household income of $178,214 in 2023, significantly higher than the national median and indicative of its high socioeconomic status.^[3] Employment is dominated by professional, scientific, and technical services, employing around 650 residents, followed by health care and social assistance with 444 workers, and educational services with 301; these sectors benefit from proximity to federal government offices, the National Institutes of Health in nearby Bethesda, and technology hubs in the region.^[3] The local unemployment rate remains low, under 3% as of late 2023, mirroring Montgomery County's robust job market with total nonfarm employment exceeding 500,000.^[26] Remnants of agriculture persist through preserved farms and rural zoning, supported by Montgomery County's Office of Agricultural Services, which aids farmers in navigating regulations and marketing amid suburban expansion.^[27] Housing in Sandy Spring features a mix of historic farmhouses, mid-20th-century colonials, and modern estates on large lots, with a median home value of $812,000 in 2023 and a homeownership rate exceeding 85% at 94.5%.^[3] The area's evolution from 18th-century farming roots to a post-1950s bedroom community has been shaped by zoning policies that maintain a rural feel, such as retaining R-200 and R-60 zones for low-density residential development while introducing limited mixed-use CRN zoning in the village core to allow infill housing without compromising character.^[9] This approach supports up to 150 new residential units focused on single-family detached and attached homes, promoting accessibility for diverse ages and incomes.^[9] Challenges include a high cost of living, driven by elevated housing prices and property taxes, which has prompted some out-migration despite population growth increasing demand; community preservation efforts, including historic district protections and heritage funding eligibility, help balance suburban pressures with rural identity.^[3]^[9]

History

Early Settlement and Quaker Foundations

The early settlement of Sandy Spring began in the early 18th century as European colonists sought fertile land in the Piedmont region of colonial Maryland. Quaker settlers, attracted by the province's relative religious tolerance established under the 1649 Act of Toleration, migrated northward from established Quaker communities along the Patuxent River to establish farms in the area.^[28] Among the first significant land acquisitions was Richard Snowden's 1715 patent for Snowden's Manor, encompassing 1,000 acres in what is now the Olney-Sandy Spring vicinity; by 1743, Snowden had expanded his holdings to approximately 9,000 acres through additional patents like Snowden's Manor Enlarged.^[29] Another key landowner, Major John Bradford, a Prince George's County tobacco merchant and developer, patented over 2,000 acres in 1719, including the tract known as Charley Forest, which formed part of the Sandy Spring landscape.^[30] Quaker families closely tied to Snowden, including the Brookes and Thomases through marriage, were instrumental in the community's founding. In 1725, Snowden's daughter Deborah married James Brooke, and another daughter, Elizabeth, wed John Thomas; these unions brought the families to the area, where they constructed homes around 1728 and began cultivating the land.^[31] Informal Quaker worship in private homes commenced in the area by the mid-18th century, leading to the formal establishment of the Sandy Spring Friends Meeting in 1753 as a weekly meeting under the West River Monthly Meeting.^[31] The first meeting house, a log structure, was erected by 1756 on land that James Brooke formally deeded for the purpose in 1770; this simple frame building served the growing congregation until it was replaced in 1817 by a larger brick edifice, constructed through local labor and contributions, which remains in use today.^[6] These institutions solidified the Quaker character of the settlement, fostering a close-knit community of farming families such as the Snowdens, Brookes, and Thomases.^[29] The early economy of Sandy Spring revolved around agriculture on the region's rich, loamy Piedmont soils, which supported cash crops like tobacco and staple grains such as corn.^[32] Small-scale farms dominated, with Quaker settlers practicing sustainable methods, including experiments with soil amendments like guano in the 1840s to maintain productivity amid tobacco's demands.^[33] Supporting this agrarian base, gristmills emerged along local streams to process corn and other grains into meal and flour, facilitating self-sufficient operations and limited trade with nearby markets; examples include early mills operated by Brooke family members on their properties.^[29] The community derived its name from a prominent freshwater spring, noted for bubbling up through a bed of white sand—unusual in the area's clay-heavy soil—which provided a vital water source for settlers and livestock.^[29] By the 1740s, this feature had become a local landmark, with a commemorative cement enclosure inscribed "Sandy Spring" and dated 1745 marking its significance to the emerging village.^[29] This natural element, combined with the Quaker meeting's centrality, defined the initial boundaries and identity of Sandy Spring as a rural Quaker enclave.^[30]

19th-Century Developments and Abolitionism

In the early 19th century, Sandy Spring's Quaker community played a pivotal role in the manumission of enslaved people, with most local Quakers having freed their slaves by around 1820, fostering a significant free Black population that dated back to the area's settlement in the 1720s.^[34] This Quaker-led encouragement of emancipation, rooted in their 1777 prohibition on slaveholding among members, promoted interracial cooperation and established Sandy Spring as one of Montgomery County's largest free Black settlements, centered around institutions like the Sharp Street Methodist Church founded in 1822.^[35] By 1850, census records documented approximately 309 free African Americans in the vicinity, many from families such as the Bowens and Hills who owned land and contributed to community leadership.^[36] The community's abolitionist fervor positioned Sandy Spring as a key hub on the Underground Railroad, where Quakers and free Blacks quietly aided fugitives despite the risks posed by the 1850 Fugitive Slave Act.^[35] Oral histories and local traditions identify several potential safe houses, including the Bloomfield estate owned by Caleb Bentley and the Mt. Airy property, along with free Black neighborhoods on roads like Brooke and Goldmine, which served as stations for escaped enslaved people en route to freedom.^[36] During the Civil War era, these networks expanded, providing shelter for freedom seekers, including a reported stop for Dred Scott in 1857, and transforming Sandy Spring into a safe haven amid Maryland's delayed abolition of slavery until 1864.^[37] A 1901 U.S. Department of Labor study by William T. Thom highlighted the enduring impact, noting hundreds of residents descended from free Black families with lineages spanning over 125 years in the area.^[38] Educational and civic advancements reflected the community's progressive ethos, with the Sandy Spring Library Company established in 1842 as one of Maryland's earliest subscription libraries, initially housed behind the local store to promote shared knowledge among residents.^[9] Sherwood Academy, founded in 1883 as a Quaker-influenced institution, provided education to local youth and later evolved into Sherwood High School in 1906, underscoring the area's commitment to learning.) Complementing these efforts, the Sandy Spring Farmers' Club was organized in 1844 to advance agricultural techniques through discussion and innovation, while the Montgomery Mutual Fire Insurance Company, founded in 1843, offered essential protection for rural properties and exemplified cooperative self-reliance.^[39]^[40] Post-Civil War, integration efforts in Sandy Spring built on this foundation, with the community establishing one of the county's first Black schools shortly after 1865 to educate freed people, while Quaker and free Black leaders fostered ongoing interracial collaboration in farming and civic life despite broader segregation.^[41] This legacy of mutual support, evident in shared institutions and land grants, helped sustain social cohesion in the Reconstruction era.^[42]

20th-Century Growth and Preservation

In the early 20th century, Sandy Spring underwent a gradual transition from its rural Quaker village roots toward greater connectivity, driven by infrastructure enhancements like the improvement and paving of key local roads, including sections of what became modern Route 108, which eased access to Washington, D.C., and surrounding markets. These developments supported the area's agricultural economy while attracting early suburban interest, building on 19th-century civic foundations such as the Sandy Spring Farmer's Club for community coordination. A pivotal institutional milestone occurred in 1918 with the founding of Montgomery General Hospital in Sandy Spring by local physician Dr. Jacob Wheeler Bird, providing essential medical services to the growing rural population and establishing the community as a regional healthcare hub. Following World War II, Sandy Spring experienced significant population growth as a desirable suburb of Washington, D.C., with its population expanding from around 1,000 in 1940 to over 5,000 by 1980, fueled by federal employment booms and affordable housing developments that transformed farmland into residential neighborhoods. This era saw the establishment of Friends House in 1967, a Quaker-affiliated retirement community that offered senior housing while preserving the area's religious heritage amid suburban sprawl. Concurrently, Montgomery County's adoption of zoning laws in 1980 created the Agricultural Reserve, which protected over 90,000 acres of farmland—including significant portions around Sandy Spring—from unchecked development, maintaining the rural character through strict land-use regulations that prioritized agriculture and open spaces. Preservation efforts intensified to balance growth with heritage, particularly in safeguarding Quaker traditions against encroaching urbanization. The Sandy Spring Historic District, encompassing structures from the late 18th to early 20th centuries such as mills, farmhouses, and meeting houses, was recognized in the Montgomery County Master Plan for Historic Preservation, highlighting its architectural and cultural significance as an intact rural village. Local initiatives, led by Quaker descendants and county planners, focused on easements and adaptive reuse to maintain these sites, ensuring the community's abolitionist and agricultural legacy endured despite residential expansion. In the late 20th century, educational and civic institutions further anchored this balance; Sandy Spring Friends School was founded in 1961 as a Quaker coeducational institution, emphasizing progressive values and enrolling students from the evolving suburb. Community associations, such as the Sandy Spring Area Association formed in the 1970s, emerged to advocate for civic improvements like parks and traffic management, fostering resident involvement in shaping development. Key events underscored the tensions between progress and preservation. The Sandy Spring Museum was established in 1980 to document and interpret the area's history, serving as a focal point for community engagement with its past. The construction of the Intercounty Connector (ICC, or MD 200) highway in the 2000s and 2010s improved regional access by linking Sandy Spring to major commuter routes, reducing travel times to D.C. by up to 30 minutes, but it ignited debates over environmental impacts and threats to historic farmlands, prompting mitigation measures like wildlife corridors and historic buffer zones.

Education and Community Institutions

Schools and Academies

Education in Sandy Spring has long been shaped by the Quaker community's emphasis on learning and moral development, dating back to the 19th century when settlers established schools to promote literacy and ethical values among their members.^[43] Benjamin Hallowell, a prominent Quaker educator, contributed to this tradition by teaching at Fair Hill Friends School near Sandy Spring from 1819 to 1821, influencing early educational practices in the area through his focus on science, mathematics, and social reform.^[44] This foundation laid the groundwork for formal institutions that integrated academic rigor with principles of peace, equality, and community service. Sandy Spring Friends School (SSFS), founded in 1961 by members of the Sandy Spring Monthly Meeting, serves as a cornerstone of local Quaker education, offering programs from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in a coeducational day and boarding environment.^[45] The school emphasizes progressive, inquiry-based learning rooted in Quaker testimonies, fostering skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and ethical decision-making, with an enrollment of approximately 600 students on a 140-acre campus that includes historic buildings and natural preserves.^[46] In April 2025, SSFS announced plans to close due to financial challenges but reversed the decision later that month after securing funding commitments, allowing it to continue operations through at least the 2027-2028 school year. As of July 2025, enrollment for the 2025-2026 academic year remains strong, with a new Head of School appointed to support long-term financial sustainability.^[47]^[48] The curriculum integrates Quaker values such as simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship, with programs like community service initiatives and affinity groups promoting diversity and social justice.^[49] Public education in the area is anchored by Sherwood Elementary School, part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system, which traces its origins to the Sherwood Academy established in 1883 on land once part of Sherwood Farm in Sandy Spring.^[43] Originally a Quaker-founded institution providing secondary education, it evolved into Sherwood High School in 1906, which remains operational today as a comprehensive public high school serving grades 9-12 and drawing students from surrounding communities including Sandy Spring.^[50] Sherwood Elementary now focuses on pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, enrolling about 520 students and achieving proficiency rates of 44% in mathematics and 57% in English language arts as of 2024-2025—well above Maryland state averages of 27% and 51% for the same year—reflecting strong academic performance in a diverse student body.^[51]^[52] The school incorporates elements of its Quaker heritage through community-oriented programs while addressing modern challenges such as enrollment growth in this affluent Montgomery County region, which strains resources but supports high educational standards.^[53] These institutions play vital roles in the community by providing access to quality education close to home, with Sherwood schools feeding into nearby options like those in Olney for advanced studies, while SSFS offers a specialized Quaker pathway that emphasizes holistic development amid the area's transition from rural roots to suburban expansion.^[54]

Library and Civic Organizations

The Sandy Spring Library originated as a subscription-based institution in 1842, serving the community's early residents through member-supported access to books and educational materials.^[55] By the late 19th century, it operated with circulation ledgers tracking subscribers and borrowed items, reflecting its role in fostering local intellectual exchange.^[56] Today, its legacy continues through the Ladson Research Library at the Sandy Spring Museum, a non-circulating collection emphasizing Montgomery County's rural heritage, including vertical files on local families, organizations, and events, as well as comprehensive Quaker records such as meeting minutes and genealogical documents.^[57] Civic organizations in Sandy Spring trace their roots to the 19th century, beginning with mutual aid and improvement societies that addressed agricultural and social needs. The Sandy Spring Farmer's Club, established in 1844, provided a forum for Quaker farmers to discuss innovative techniques, soil management, and crop yields, contributing to the area's reputation as a progressive rural enclave.^[39] This was followed by groups like the Women's Mutual Improvement Society in 1857 and the Horticultural Society in 1863, which promoted education, self-reliance, and community welfare through lectures and collaborative projects.^[58] In the post-World War II era, the Sandy Spring Civic Association emerged in 1958 as a collaborative effort between African American and Quaker residents to advocate for equitable development and infrastructure improvements.^[59] The nonprofit organization holds monthly meetings to address zoning issues, partner with Montgomery County on master planning, and organize community events that preserve the village's historic character while promoting sustainable growth.^[59] Ongoing community groups include the Sandy Spring Friends Meeting, which has facilitated Quaker worship and social gatherings since 1753, maintaining continuity in spiritual and communal life.^[60] Additionally, Friends House, a retirement community founded in 1967 by the Religious Society of Friends, supports senior engagement through diverse living options, including independent cottages, assisted living, and programs in arts, fitness, and education that integrate residents into broader community activities.^[61] These organizations drive annual events such as harvest festivals, including the Friends House Fall Festival and the Sandy Spring Friends Meeting's Halloween Harvest Festival, which feature local food, crafts, and family-oriented activities to celebrate seasonal traditions.^[62] Volunteer efforts focus on historic preservation, with members contributing to archival digitization and site maintenance at institutions like the museum's research library.^[57] In community planning, groups like the Civic Association advocate for green spaces and rural preservation, influencing county policies to balance development with environmental stewardship.^[59] Over time, Sandy Spring's civic organizations have evolved from 19th-century mutual aid networks centered on agriculture and moral improvement to 21st-century entities emphasizing advocacy, inclusivity, and ecological sustainability, adapting to demographic shifts while upholding Quaker principles of equality and stewardship.^[58]

Landmarks and Culture

Historic Sites and Meeting House

The Sandy Spring Friends Meeting House, constructed in 1817, replaced an earlier log structure built around 1770 on land deeded by James Brooke for Quaker worship.^[6] This brick building exemplifies simple Federal-style architecture typical of Quaker meeting houses, featuring a wood-paneled partition that historically separated men's and women's business meetings, and it has served as an active site for silent worship since its completion.^[6]^[63] The structure was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, recognizing its role as one of the county's largest early houses of worship.^[64] Other preserved sites in the area include remnants of the Snowden family homesteads, which trace back to Richard Snowden's 1715 patent of Snowden's Manor and its 1743 enlargement encompassing the Sandy Spring region, where early ironworks and farm buildings contributed to 18th-century settlement.^[29] Along Rock Creek, 19th-century mills reflect the area's industrial heritage tied to early waterways, though 18th-century precursors powered local grist and saw operations.^[65] The Mutual Memorial Cemetery, founded in 1873 as Cedar Mount Cemetery, serves as a key African American burial ground linked to Sandy Spring's free Black community, which emerged from Quaker manumissions in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, interring over 300 individuals from the post-emancipation era.^[66]^[67] The Sandy Spring Historic District, designated in Montgomery County's Master Plan for Historic Preservation in 1988, encompasses 18th- through 20th-century architecture including farmhouses, barns, and vernacular buildings that illustrate the area's Quaker-influenced rural development.^[9] Preservation efforts by Montgomery County focus on maintaining these structures to protect the district's integrity, with the Meeting House as a central feature.^[68] These sites embody Quaker principles of pacifism and abolitionism, exemplified by the Meeting's 1790 resolution against slavery and its support for Underground Railroad routes, marked today through interpretive trails and signage.^[6]^[69] Maintained for public access by local preservation groups and Montgomery Parks, they host guided tours, educational hikes, and annual heritage events that highlight the community's historical narratives.^[70]^[71]

Sandy Spring Museum and Arts

The Sandy Spring Museum was established in 1981 by local residents led by Delmas Wood, an insurance salesman and auctioneer, to document and preserve the community's Quaker-influenced heritage.^[72] Initially housed in the basement of the Sandy Spring National Bank in Olney, the museum relocated in 1986 to Tall Timbers, a historic four-story colonial house, before constructing its permanent facility on seven acres of donated land along Bentley Road, which opened with a dedication ceremony in September 1997. This building received design and preservation awards for its integration of modern and historical elements, and in 2007, an expansion added a dedicated research library and climate-controlled collections storage to enhance long-term preservation efforts.^[72] The museum's collections encompass thousands of artifacts, documents, photographs, and ephemera centered on the six-mile radius around Sandy Spring, including areas like Brookeville, Olney, Spencerville, Brinklow, and Sunshine. Key holdings include items reflecting Quaker daily life, such as 19th-century furnishings and domestic tools; agricultural implements from early farming practices; and oral histories captured from African American residents, providing personal narratives of rural existence and social dynamics. Rotating exhibits draw from these resources to highlight local events, such as seasonal farming cycles or community milestones, with occasional incorporation of artifacts from the nearby Sandy Spring Historic District to contextualize broader regional stories. All collections are accessible via an online catalog and stored in state-of-the-art facilities to ensure conservation.^[73] Educational and public programs form a core of the museum's activities, offering guided tours, hands-on workshops, and annual festivals like the Strawberry Festival, which previously attracted around 15,000 visitors but is limited to 5,000 as of 2025 to manage capacity.^[74] These initiatives emphasize abolitionism's role in Sandy Spring's Quaker history and the broader narrative of rural Maryland life, including bomba dance workshops and folk arts sessions led by immigrant and BIPOC artists. The museum hosts rotating art shows featuring local and folk artists, alongside lectures on topics like community equity and heritage preservation, fostering interpretive discussions beyond static displays.^[75] In its cultural role, the Sandy Spring Museum serves as a hub for community engagement, collaborating with local schools to deliver heritage education programs that integrate collections into curricula on topics like social justice and environmental history. Designated a Regional Folklife Center by the Maryland State Arts Council in 2019, it prioritizes diverse voices to advance social equity and build connections among residents, including non-white and non-English-speaking populations. This participatory approach has shifted the institution from traditional preservation to dynamic storytelling, filling a critical gap by interpreting Sandy Spring's multifaceted history—encompassing Quaker abolitionism, African American experiences, and rural evolution—through accessible arts and educational experiences rather than solely physical landmarks.^[75]^[72]

Notable People

Politics and Public Service

Sandy Spring has produced or attracted several individuals who made significant contributions to American politics, diplomacy, and public administration, often influenced by the area's Quaker heritage of principled service and advocacy. One of the most prominent was Dean Acheson, a longtime resident who owned the historic Harewood estate in Sandy Spring from 1925 until his death, using it as a weekend and summer retreat while serving in high-level government roles.^[76]^[77] Acheson, who died at his Sandy Spring home in 1971, served as U.S. Secretary of State from 1949 to 1953 under President Harry S. Truman, where he played a pivotal role in shaping post-World War II foreign policy.^[78] He was the chief architect of the Marshall Plan, which provided economic aid to rebuild Western Europe and counter Soviet influence, and he led the establishment of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in 1949 to foster collective defense against communism.^[79] Another key figure in local public service was Benjamin Hallowell (1799–1877), a Quaker educator and civic leader who resided in Sandy Spring and exemplified community-oriented governance through his organizational efforts.^[80] In addition to these initiatives, Hallowell briefly tutored a young Robert E. Lee in the 1820s while running a school in Alexandria, Virginia, though his primary legacy in public service stemmed from his civic and reform work rather than formal education.^[81] Beyond these individuals, Sandy Spring's Quaker residents influenced regional politics through their advocacy, particularly in anti-slavery efforts that shaped Montgomery County policies. As early as the 1770s and 1780s, local Quakers manumitted enslaved people and petitioned the Maryland Legislature for protections against slave importation, forming one of the county's most cohesive anti-slavery groups by the early 19th century.^[5]^[82] While specific local politicians from Sandy Spring holding county offices are less documented, the community's Quaker ethos extended to public administration, with residents participating in Montgomery County governance to advance equitable policies rooted in moral responsibility.^[30] The overarching impact of Sandy Spring's Quaker values—emphasizing integrity, equality, and community stewardship—has cultivated a lasting ethos of public service among its residents, encouraging involvement in governance and social reform that prioritizes collective well-being over personal gain.^[5] This tradition continues to inform the area's contributions to broader civic life in Maryland. Henry Hallowell Farquhar (1860–1951), born in Sandy Spring and son of Benjamin Hallowell, was an educator who advanced progressive education methods and served as dean at institutions like the Colorado State Normal School, influencing educational policy in the early 20th century.

Sports and Other Fields

Sandy Spring has produced several notable figures in professional and collegiate sports, particularly in baseball, football, and volleyball. Jack Bentley, a left-handed pitcher born in Sandy Spring in 1895, enjoyed a nine-year Major League Baseball career from 1913 to 1927, primarily with the New York Giants, where he compiled a 50-29 record and a 3.89 ERA, including a career-high 16 wins in 1924.^[83]^[84] Richie Anderson, born in Sandy Spring in 1971, was a standout fullback who played 10 seasons in the NFL after being drafted in the sixth round by the New York Jets in 1993; he later joined the Dallas Cowboys, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 1999 and leading the league in receptions by a fullback in 1996 and 1999 with 50 and 60 catches, respectively.^[85]^[86] Kristen Dozier, a Sandy Spring native who graduated from Sherwood High School, starred as a middle blocker at Ohio State University from 2006 to 2009, earning honorable mention All-Big Ten honors in 2009 with 83 assisted blocks and a team-high 0.84 blocks per set; she later trained with the U.S. Women's National Volleyball Team in 2013 and pursued a professional career in leagues across five countries.^[87]^[88] In basketball, Charlie Thomas, who attended Sherwood High School in Sandy Spring, gained early recognition by playing in the 1984 Capital Classic all-star game; he went on to Wake Forest University, where he was a two-time All-ACC selection and averaged 13.5 points per game as a senior in 1987-88, before transferring to the University of New Mexico and playing professionally overseas.^[89]^[90] Beyond sports, Sandy Spring residents have made contributions in invention, manufacturing, and education. Arthur Briggs Farquhar, born on a farm in Sandy Spring in 1838, became a prominent industrialist and inventor who founded the A.B. Farquhar Company in York, Pennsylvania, specializing in agricultural machinery; his innovations included improvements to steam engines and harvesting equipment, such as the Farquhar single-cylinder steam engine, which powered farming operations across the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.^[91]^[92] The Edmonson sisters, Mary and Emily, raised on a farm near Sandy Spring in the 1830s, escaped enslavement in 1848 and later became educators; after gaining freedom through fundraising efforts led by abolitionists, they attended Oberlin College and taught at Myrtilla Miner's school for African American girls in Washington, D.C., contributing to early efforts in Black education during the mid-19th century.^[93]^[94]

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Area Name: Ashton-Sandy Spring CDP. Area Type: 160 (Summary Level 160). State ... Produced by the Maryland Department Of Planning, Planning Data Services ...
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Ashton-Sandy Spring to Olney - 3 ways to travel via taxi, foot, and bus
It takes approximately 6 min to drive 3.8 miles from Ashton-Sandy Spring to Olney. Where can I stay near Olney? There are 221+ hotels available in Olney.
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Montgomery County topographic map, elevation, terrain
Montgomery County, Maryland, presents a varied topography characterized by gently rolling hills and an elevation range that fluctuates from around 100 feet (30 ...
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Sandy Spring topographic map, elevation, terrain
Average elevation: 449 ft • Sandy Spring, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20860, United States • Visualization and sharing of free topographic maps.
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History of the Ag Reserve - Mo-Co Alliance
During the 18th and 19th centuries, this resource-rich area attracted farmers of Scottish, German, Irish and Welsh ancestry and lured English tobacco-growers, ...
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Agricultural Reserve Planning - Preserving Rural Legacy
The Agricultural Reserve and its accompanying Master Plan and zoning elements were designed to protect farmland and agriculture. Along with a sustained ...
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Rock Creek - The Potomac River Guide
Rock Creek is a 36-mile tributary of the Potomac that starts in upper Montgomery County, Maryland, and flows south to the boundary of Maryland and DC.Missing: streams Sandy
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[PDF] What Climate Change Means for Maryland - US EPA
As sea level rises, the Chesapeake Bay region is expected to lose some of the wetlands that fish and shellfish depend on for nursery grounds. Warmer waters are ...
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[PDF] 2020 Census Profile of General Population and Housing ...
GENDER AND AGE. MEDIAN AGE BY SEX. Total Population. 5,746. 100.0% Median Age (Years). 46.2. (X). Under 5 years. 211. 3.7% Male. 44.4. (X). 5 to 9 years.Missing: demographic | Show results with:demographic
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Ashton-Sandy Spring - Data Commons
The median age in Ashton-Sandy Spring was 49.2 in 2023. The median income in Ashton-Sandy Spring was $70,112 in 2023. The percentage of people with obesity in ...
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**Summary for Ashton-Sandy Spring CDP (ACS 2018-2022):**
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[PDF] Total Population Maryland's Census Designated Places: 2000 & 1990
Ashton-Sandy Springs CDP. 3,437. 3,092. 345. 11.2%. Aspen Hill CDP. 50,228. 45,494 ... * Did not exist as a CDP in 1990. Source: US Census Bureau, Census 2000 ...
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[PDF] Montgomery County, Maryland's Historic African-American ...
The unique history of Blacks in Sandy Spring was the focus of a 59-page U.S. Labor Department survey published in 1901. The community's 1873 cemetery is the ...
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Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County, MD (MDMONT0URN)
Graph and download economic data for Unemployment Rate in Montgomery County, MD (MDMONT0URN) from Jan 1990 to Aug 2025 about Montgomery County, MD; ...
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Office of Agricultural Services Homepage, Montgomery County, MD
Contact the County Executive at 18410 Muncaster Road, Derwood, Md 20855, 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri, 301-590-2823, or email.
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https://montgomeryplanning.org/historic/resources/documents/Quaker-relatedHistoricandArchitecturalPropertiesofMontgomeryCounty.pdf
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[PDF] I. PATUXENT - Montgomery County Planning Department
Founding families were relations of Richard Snowden, Quaker developer and land speculator. In 1715 he patented Snowden's Manor, and in. 1743 Snowden's Manor ...
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[PDF] Quaker-related Historic and Architectural Properties of Montgomery ...
... Sandy Spring and quoted in Esther B. Stabler, "Sandy Spring and the Friends Meeting from its Early History to 1853." 43. "Charley Forest" was patented by ...
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[PDF] Sandy Spring Meeting Graveyard - Baltimore Yearly Meeting
Richard Snowden arrived from England in 1659 as one of the early Quakers in Maryland and settled in the Laurel area. Seeking to increase the region's stability ...
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[PDF] The Tradition of Gardez Bien in Montgomery County, Maryland
Early European settlers were tobacco planters from the. Chesapeake and wheat farmers from. Pennsylvania. During the Civil. War, residents were divided in their.
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African Americans and Quakers in Sandy Spring Historical Marker
Most Sandy Spring Quakers had freed their slaves by about 1820, creating a significant free black population in the area.Missing: manumission | Show results with:manumission
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[PDF] UNDERGROUND RAILROAD EXPERIENCE TRAIL
Mar 21, 2023 · Even though Maryland won't abolish slavery until 1864, Maryland Quakers outlawed members owning slaves in 1777. In Sandy Spring, free blacks ...
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[PDF] The Underground Railroad in Sandy Spring, Montgomery County
Apr 25, 2020 · This paper has focused upon activities of Free. African-American communities in Montgomery. County to provide assistance to fugitive slaves via.
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The Underground Railroad Experience Trail: Passage to Freedom
Jan 28, 2021 · The Quakers founded Sandy Spring in the 1720s. And even though the abolition of slavery would occur much later, the Quakers freed their slaves ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Black Studies in the Department of Labor 1897 - 1907
Carroll Wright authorized Thom to study first "The Negroes of Sandy Spring, Maryland," then "The Negroes of Litwalton, Virginia," and finally "The True ...
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Sherwood ES - About
Our school can trace its history back to 1883 with the opening of the Friends' School in Sandy Spring, Maryland. The Roberts family owned a property called ...
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[PDF] Sandy Spring Historic District - MCATLAS
Old Homes and History of Montgomery Countv、 Md. 10. Geographical Data. Acreage of nominated property. Quadrangle name. UTM References.
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https://montgomeryplanningboard.org/meetings_archive/02_meeting_archive/agenda_071802/item13_071802.pdf
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[PDF] The Segregated Black Schools of Montgomery County
Sep 20, 2024 · Served one of the county's largest and earliest free Black communities after Sandy Spring—Big Woods, between Barnesville and Beallsville ...
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Early African American Communities - Heritage Montgomery
The largest settlement of free Blacks was Sandy Spring, where most Quakers freed their slaves and conveyed land to them for a church in 1822.Missing: 1901 | Show results with:1901
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Benjamin Hallowell of Alexandria: Scientist, Educator, Quaker Idealist
WHEN Benjamin Hallowell left Alexandria for the last time in 1860, he could see in its places, public works, and people the marks of his presence.
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Our Philosophy & History - Sandy Spring Friends School
Sandy Spring Friends School opened in September 1961 with a limited enrollment Upper School program for 77 students. 1980: SSFS Adds a Middle School to the ...
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Fast Facts | Best PK - 12 Private School Sandy Spring MD
Founded in 1961, SSFS offers a deep and rigorous academic curriculum, character education rooted in universal Quaker principles, a diverse student body, and ...
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https://www.ssfs.org/about/fast-facts
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Quaker School Education - Sandy Spring Friends School
Quakers, also known as the Religious Society of Friends, are a spiritual community that began in England in the 1600s. Quakers have played a significant ...
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The Three Oldest High Schools in Montgomery County (MCPS)
Sep 20, 2025 · Sherwood High School (1906): Rounding out the top three is Sherwood High School, established in 1906 in Sandy Spring. Its name comes from ...
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Sherwood Elementary School in Sandy Spring MD - SchoolDigger
Sherwood Elementary is a public elementary school located in Sandy Spring, Maryland, serving 520 students in grades PK-5. It is part of the Montgomery County ...<|separator|>
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Sherwood Elementary - Education - U.S. News & World Report
Sherwood Elementary is ranked #239 in Maryland Elementary Schools. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation, and how well ...Missing: Academic | Show results with:Academic
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Sherwood HS
300 Olney-Sandy Spring Road Sandy Spring, MD 20860. Bus Routes. Phone: 240-740-8110. Fax: 301-924-3220. Principal: Mr. Timothy D Britton. School Improvement ...View Full Calendar · Staff Directory · Bell Schedules · National Honor Society (NHS)
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Sandy Spring, Maryland Facts for Kids
ZIP code. 20860. Area codes, 301, 240. Contents. Geography of Sandy Spring; History of Sandy Spring. Early Land Owners; Quaker Community Life; Schools and ...<|separator|>
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Circulation ledger: Sandy Spring Library, 1891-1895 - Digital Maryland
Feb 1, 2021 · Circulation ledger for the Sandy Spring Library in Sandy Spring, Maryland, dated 1891-1895 and recording library subscribers, ...
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Research Library - Sandy Spring Museum
Explore extensive historical collections at Ladson Research Library. Access resources by appointment to uncover the rich heritage of Sandy Spring.Missing: 1842 | Show results with:1842<|separator|>
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Sandy Spring Museum Archives - Digital Maryland
The museum's archive contains minutes from the Women's Mutual Improvement Society founded in 1857, the Horticultural Society founded in 1863, the Enterprise ...
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sandy spring civic association
The Sandy Spring Civic Association (SSCA) was founded in 1958 as one of the first equal collaborative efforts between the African American community and the ...
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Sandy Spring Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends
We have been worshiping together since 1753. All are welcome to worship among Friends! At Sandy Spring we meet for worship at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday ...
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History - Friends House
Friends House was founded in 1967, expanded to include more cottages and higher care levels, and has served the community for 55 years.
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Friends House Fall Festival - Facebook
Oct 4, 2025 · It's happening today!! The Friends House Fall Festival is underway in Sandy Spring – join us anytime between 11 AM and 4 PM for food, ...Missing: harvest civic organizations
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[PDF] 17715 Meeting House Road, Sandy Spring Meeting Date: 3
Feb 27, 2024 · The Sandy Spring Meeting House, the third on the site, is a brick building, built in 1817. Typical of Quaker meeting houses, the Sandy Spring ...
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History of the Sandy Spring Friends Meeting House Historical Marker
1753: Sandy Spring Friends Meeting established on this site by three or four families who had moved here from first Friends Meeting on Western Shore of ...
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[PDF] ROCK CREEKTRAIL BRIDGE, VEIRS MILL ROAD, PUBLIC ART ...
Veirs Mill was built by Samuel Clark Veirs in 1838. It was operated by Veirs and Co., or Veirs and Bros., for 89 years. Known by many as. Rock Creek Mills ...Missing: Sandy 18th
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[PDF] Historic African American Cemeteries - Maryland Historical Trust
Jun 30, 2022 · Dating from the 1860s, Mutual Memorial Cemetery in Sandy Spring, Montgomery County, contains ... for free Blacks in the city. The Laboring Sons ...
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Hallowed Ground - The Historical Marker Database
The Mutual Memorial Cemetery, established in 1873, is the final resting place of more than 300 African American citizens who lived in and around Sandy Spring, ...
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Historic Preservation - Montgomery County Planning Department
... SITES. SANDY SPRING FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE. Resource Number: 28/011-001A Type: MASTER PLAN INDIVIDUAL SITES. SANDY SPRING HISTORIC DISTRICT. Resource Number: 28 ...
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Underground Railroad Experience Trail - Montgomery Parks
The simulated trail commemorates the Underground Railroad, is 2 miles long, and is open dawn to dusk. It is not ADA accessible, and bicycles are not permitted.Missing: War | Show results with:War
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Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park – Programs & Events
Learn about the experience of 19th century freedom seekers and Montgomery County residents in a guided hike of the Underground Railroad Experience Trail.Missing: reenactments | Show results with:reenactments
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[PDF] HERITAGE DAYS 2025
Jun 28, 2025 · Saturday, June 28. Sunday, June 29. 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. each day. Heritage Days is a countywide festival weekend celebrating the historic ...
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Our Story | Explore Now - Sandy Spring Museum
Discover the rich history of Sandy Spring Museum and its impact on the community, fostering shared cultural experiences and social equity.
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Collections | Explore Our Artifacts — Sandy Spring Museum
Discover the historic cultural collections at Sandy Spring Museum, showcasing artifacts and stories from the region's rich heritage.Missing: founding | Show results with:founding
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From Preservation to Participation: The Journey of Sandy Spring ...
Sep 3, 2021 · Since then, the demand for community use of the museum has grown, and activities have diversified to include many hosted by folk artists who, in ...
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Harewood, 17600 Meeting House Road, Sandy Spring, Montgomery ...
In 1925, Harewood was sold to Washington, D.C. lawyer Dean Acheson and his wife Alice who used it as their summer and weekend retreat. While in residence at ...
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Dean Acheson at home on his farm | Harry S. Truman
Secretary of State Dean Acheson finds weekend relaxation by helping with the chores on his Harewood Farm near Sandy Springs, Maryland.Missing: residence | Show results with:residence
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Dean Gooderham Acheson - People - Department History - Office of the Historian
### Biography Summary: Dean Gooderham Acheson
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https://www.aam-us.org/2021/09/03/from-preservation-to-participation-the-journey-of-sandy-spring-museum/
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Digital Maryland - Montgomery History
The second half of the 20th century saw a rapid decline in Montgomery County farms due to development pressures, ever increasing government health regulations, ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Biographies of Early Settlers
... BENJAMIN HALLOWELL, Philosopher, Philanthropist, Orator, Farmer and Teacher ... He was the originator of the Mutual Fire Insurance Company, of ...
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[PDF] Benjamin Hallowell, Dedicated Educator· - Arlington Historical Society
It was Hallowell whose influence, energy and ability brought about the ... The effect upon the School has been strikingly salutary. I had done every ...Missing: Sandy | Show results with:Sandy
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How Some Montgomery County Slaves Became Free
Jun 6, 2016 · ... Quakers of Sandy Spring the most cohesive anti-slavery group in Montgomery County. ... Maryland slaves were finally freed. No longer needed ...
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Jack Bentley - Society for American Baseball Research
The future major leaguer was born on March 8, 1895, into a prosperous family on a farm in Sandy Spring, Maryland, a Quaker community 20 miles from the site of ...
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Jack Bentley Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More
Positions: Pitcher, Pinch Hitter and First Baseman ; Bats: Left • Throws: Left ; Born: March 8, 1895 in Sandy Spring, MD us ; Died: October 24, 1969 in Olney, MD.
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Richie Anderson Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft, College
Richie Anderson. Richard Darnoll Anderson. Position: FB. 6-2, 230lb (188cm, 104kg). Born: September 13, 1971 in Sandy Spring, MD.Missing: American | Show results with:American
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Richie Anderson Biography - ESPN
RichieAnderson ; Birthdate. 9/13/1971 ; College. Penn State ; Birthplace. Sandy Spring, MD ; CAR. 318 ; YDS. 1,274.Missing: American | Show results with:American
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Buckeyes Earn Opportunities with USA Volleyball – Ohio State ...
Jul 12, 2013 · Former Buckeye Kristen Dozier has been training alongside the U.S. National Team with hopes of earning a roster spot for upcoming tournaments, ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Sandy Spring resident chases Olympic volleyball dream | Sports
Oct 2, 2013 · When Kristen Dozier was in middle school she attended high school volleyball tryouts at St. John's College High School with her older sister ...
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Remembering the best athletes of Black History Month | Sports
Feb 18, 2016 · The Sandy Spring native played in the 1984 Capital Classic before going on to compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference at Wake Forest. He ...
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Montgomery Players Use Rule Loopholes To Shop for Teams
Feb 25, 1983 · Charlie Thomas, now 16, was a leading scorer at Sherwood High in Sandy Spring last year, helping the team reach an 11-11 record, and ...
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The Farquhar Steam Engine
Arthur Briggs Farquhar was born to William Henry and Margaret (Briggs) Farquhar on September 28, 1838, in Sandy Springs, Maryland, approximately 18 miles ...
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AB Farquhar, who surrendered York, had Maryland & York roots
Oct 14, 2022 · York-born William Henry Farquhar is among the many people buried behind the Sandy Spring Meeting House. He was the father of A. B. Farquhar.
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Women's History Month Feature: The Edmonson Sisters
Mar 11, 2025 · They lived in Sandy Spring, Maryland, for several years before moving to Washington, D.C., where they helped establish the Hillsdale Community.
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The Edmonson Sisters (1832–1895) - BlackPast.org
Sep 28, 2016 · In 1860 Emily Edmonson married Larkin Johnson, and, after living 12 years in Sandy Spring, Maryland, they moved to Washington, D.C. ...