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Holiday Closing - Thanksgiving

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Frederick County 275th: Offsite History Walk at Othello Regional Park

Program Type:

History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adult
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Event Details

Enjoy a leisurely walk with us at Othello Regional Park (1901A Jefferson Pike, Knoxville, MD 21758) and learn about the history of the park and its namesake, Barney "Othello" Howard.  Howard and his family were  enslaved on the nearby Needwood plantation by the Lee family. After gaining his freedom, Howard purchased five acres of land on the east side of South Mountain, where he built a stone cottage for his family, some of whom remain living in the area today.  This program is presented in partnership with Frederick County Parks & Recreation.  Bring your questions, a water bottle and comfortable walking shoes.  We will meet at Shelter #2.