
Takoma Park
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780738586410
Publication Date: 04/25/2011
The story of Takoma Park begins in 1883 when B. F. Gilbert purchased 90 acres of hilly woodlands straddling the District of ColumbiaMaryland border and laid out Washington's first railroad suburb, ideally situated for the families of federal workers. Envisioning a healthful and forwardlooking community, Gilbert also arranged for leaders of the healthminded Seventhday Adventist Church to move to Takoma Park. By the early 20th century, the town was well established, and residents were creating traditions to pass on to those who followed, including an Independence Day celebration that is one of the oldest in the state. Community activism has been a hallmark of Takoma Park since a 1965 plan to build a freeway through the heart of the town. This sparked a citizenled protest that stopped construction and led to the creation of historic districts on both sides of the D.C.Maryland boundary line. The city's reputation as a feisty and culturally diverse community continues to be a source of pride, attracting artists, activists, and new residents from countries around the world.
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