In early 20th century Mount Rainier, homes and shops were built by whomever was at hand. During this period, pretty much the only time an architect came to town was to help build a church or a bank. Continue reading →

One of Hyattsville’s most distinctive buildings reflects the city’s history over much of the 20th century. Built in the pre-war era, the Magruder Flat Iron Building at 5101 Baltimore Ave. greets visitors heading into downtown on Route 1 from the south. Continue reading →

The Hyattsville’s public library’s “flying saucer” lived up to its name Monday morning as construction workers lifted it to its new home on site. Continue reading →

A number of homes in College Heights Estates, an enclave of stately homes bordering University Park, use fieldstone as an accent, but one home in particular takes it to another level and was just recently listed for sale. Designed by … Continue reading →

The town of Brentwood has stepped in to save an arrow that once advertised a car lot on Route 1 from demolition as construction begins on new apartments. Continue reading →

Christian Heurich ran a brewery in D.C. for a living, but he ran a successful dairy farm in Hyattsville almost as a hobby. After immigrating to the United States in 1866 with just $200, Heurich (pronounced HOY-rick) eventually became the … Continue reading →

A once popular music hall and tavern off of Rhode Island Ave. frequented by the likes of Duke Ellington is being restored. The town of North Brentwood and the Hyattsville Community Development Corp. are rehabilitating the historic Sis’ Tavern at … Continue reading →