Jun 26 2016
Heritage Days: Josiah Henson Park

Heritage Days: Josiah Henson Park

Presented by Heritage Montgomery and Montgomery Parks at Josiah Henson Park

Tour the historic Riley farm where Rev. Josiah Henson was enslaved from 1795 to 1830. Henson’s autobiography inspired Harriet Beecher Stowe's landmark novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin. Tours on the half hour, 12-3pm. Explore an archaeology dig, make a set of marbles. “Lyrical Rhythms: Celebrating the Life of Father Henson” spoken word poetry event for all ages, 4-5pm. Refreshments. Park at Shriver Aquatic Center, 5900 Executive Blvd.

 

Admission Info

Free

Phone: 301-650-4373

Dates & Times

2016/06/26 - 2016/06/26

Location Info

Josiah Henson Park

11420 Old Georgetown Road, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Parking Info

Parking for Josiah Henson Park,11420 Old Georgetown Road, North Bethesda, is available around the corner at the Shriver Aquatic Center, 5900 Executive Blvd.