By Prathertown Community Development Corporation
This May, the Prathertown Community Development Corporation proudly launches National Preservation Month with a thrilling sneak peek of the online auction and Historic Homes of Prathertown webinar. Now is the time to support the preservation of historic artifacts and homes that tell the captivating story of our community’s heritage.
Every bid in the auction helps protect cherished artifacts and maintain homes that embody the spirit of our ancestors. Stay tuned for exclusive previews, behind-the-scenes restoration insights, and compelling stories showcasing why preservation matters. This is more than an auction—it’s a movement to celebrate and sustain history, while supporting the community.
Upcoming Events
- Historic Homes of Prathertown: Join us on Thursday, May 15, at 7:00 PM EST for an enlightening webinar that explores the charm, history, and cultural significance of Prathertown’s homes. Register with this link.
- Heritage Day Celebration: Stop by in person on Saturday, June 28th, from Noon to 4 PM EST at 9701 Winery Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20879. This free family-friendly event has something for everyone including games, trivia, reenactments, snacks and more.
- Virtual Prathertown History Makers Webinar: Join us on Zoom, Sunday, June 29th at 3 PM EST, to hear inspiring stories from Prathertown’s history makers. Register with this link.
- Annual Gala Kickoff of Prathertown Preservation Week: Save the date for Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. EST to launch Prathertown Preservation Week. Make this year’s Prathertown Annual Gala unforgettable—and grab an incredible deal while supporting a meaningful cause! Get your tickets here.
Prathertown Community Development Corporation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves the 141 year old African American founded community of Prathertown in Gaithersburg, Md. The organization’s mission is to empower and uplift our community through providing food assistance, provision of affordable housing/counseling, promotion of financial literacy, mitigation of hazardous climate conditions and advancement of technology education, especially for well-lived residents.
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