Prince George's County Tricentennial

The Tricentennial ended in 1996. This site archives that history.

PG Tricentennial Prince George's County
Celebrates 300 years of history 1696-1996

Tricentennial UPDATE
Fall 1996
The hot and sunny days of summer may be winding down, but the Prince George's County Tricentennial Celebration is still going strong! We hope you were able to attend some of the fun family events that took place over the summer. Did you visit a communit y festival or fair? Were you able to take time to enjoy some of the stops along the Passport to History tour? Maybe you just participated in a little well-deserved rest and relaxation on the weekends.

No matter how you've spent your summer, you'll surely want to take a look at what's happening this fall. As always, we'll keep you posted on other Tricentennial events as they develop.

What's Coming Up . . .

All Aboard The Tricentennial Express!

After months of anticipation, The Tricentennial Celebration Committee and M-NCPPC are pleased to offer four special Tricentennial train excursions through Prince George's County. Of course, these are no ordinary train rides! Passengers on the Tricentenn ial Express cars will enjoy a stretch of the Pope's Creek rail line that is rarely used for non-freight traffic. Along the way, travellers can share in the stories of Prince Georgians of the past as historic reenactors wander through the cars telling their t ales. While enjoying the beautiful countryside outside their windows, Express riders will also hear from railroad experts and enthusiasts on the history of the Washington and Baltimore Railroad in Prince George's County. Two round-trips will take place on Sunday, September 29 -- departing from Bowie State University and traveling to Waldorf -- and two more will take place on Sunday, October 27 --departing from Upper Marlboro and traveling to Chalk Point on the Patuxent River. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children and are available through Ticketmaster, (202) 432-SEAT. Spaces are limited so get on board early! For more information on these fun-filled historic excursions, call the Tricentennial Celebration Office at (301) 322-1996; TTY (3 01) 699-2544.

1996 Prince George's County Fair -- "300 Years of Agriculture"

This year's Prince George's County Fair celebrates the Tricentennial, specifically, Three Centuries of Agriculture in Prince George's County. The Fair will run from September 2 -8 at the ShowPlace Arena in Upper Marlboro and will feature a wide variety o f agricultural displays, exhibits and demonstrations as well as games, rides, food, music and much, much more! Come out and enjoy this annual family and community funfest and be sure to visit the Tricentennial exhibit on the concourse level!

Masons Sponsor Tricentennial Mural Project

A 200-foot mural depicting "Three Centuries of Agriculture," the theme for this year's Prince George's County Fair, was created by students from the county's 20 high school art departments. In addition to the County Fair Association and the Prince George 's County Public Schools, the ten Masonic Lodges of Prince George's County spurred this project along through a generous contribution to cover the cost of materials and art supplies. The mural will be on display at the Fair from September 2-8. For more information, contact Rich Scott at (301) 952-1400.

Commodore Joshua Barney's Barge to Sail Again

Earlier in our Tricentennial Celebration, the keel was laid for a replica of one of the ships of the Chesapeake Bay Flotilla, with State Comptroller Louis L. Goldstein driving the first spike. Workers from M-NCPPC, The Living Classrooms Foundation of Baltimore, Bladensburg High School and Annapolis Road Middle School have now completed the construction of "Commodore Joshua Barney's Barge." On September 5, 1996, at noon, this authentically reconstructed vessel will be launched from the Historic Bladen sburg Waterfront Park on the Anacostia River. The ship will be transported to the Prince George's County Fair for display on September 7 and 8. After the Tricentennial, the barge will be a permanent educational component of the Historic Bladensburg Wate rfront Park, and will be used to reenact events of the War of 1812. Contact Rich Dolesh at (301) 627-2270.

Another Passport Site Opens

Dorsey Chapel, one of the 16 Passport To History sites which has been closed for restoration, will be opened and dedicated on Wednesday, September 11 at 6 p.m. For more information on this site and its opening, call (301) 699-2407; TTY (301) 699-2544.

Bladensburg Day Celebration

Bladensburg Day 1996 is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 1996. Contact the Town of Bladensburg at (301) 927-7962.

Bowie Dedicates Local Ball Fields to Sandlot Players

On Saturday, September 21, the City of Bowie will host a dedication ceremony for two of its baseball fields located at Blacksox Park in the 2100 block of Mitchellville Road. Sandlot heroes from the Washington Blacksox and Mitchellville Tigers will have t heir old "stomping grounds" dedicated to them with plaques to signify the dedication. For more information, contact Bill Aleshire at (301) 249-9490.

Piscataway Day 1996 Celebrates Community -- Past & Present

On October 12, 1996, celebrate the rich, historic heritage of the Piscataways with a fun-filled day at the Historic Village of Piscataway, Rte. 223, at the intersection of Piscataway & Floral Park Roads. The theme for this 3rd annual event is "Piscataway Through the Ages" and looks at the history of these people from colonial times to the present. For more information, contact Mary Forsht-Tucker at (301) 292-1993.

What's Under Way . . .

1. Tricentennial Celebration On-Line Bulletin Board

The Tricentennial Celebration has taken a step into the future . . . into cyberspace. With listings coordinated by the Tricentennial Celebration Office, The University of Maryland has completed a Tricentennial home page on the Internet. To find the Tric entennial worldwide web page, log on at http://www.pghistory.org/PG/PG300.

2. Passports are Issued to County Travelers

The Tricentennial Passports to History are still as popular as ever. If you've had a hard time finding a Passport at the participating sites, don't worry. A new shipment was received this summer and participating locations are once again eager to distri bute them. The Passport booklet describes publicly accessible Prince George's County historic sites, locations and hours of operation. After each site visit, participants have their Passport stamped -- those collecting certain numbers of stamps are elig ible for prizes, with those who visit all 16 sites during the Tricentennial eligible for a grand prize drawing for a trip to England! Special thanks to our corporate sponsors, Maryland Cable and Jones Communications, Inc. *****JUST A REMINDER: (as stat ed on page 3 of the passport) PRIZE REDEMPTION AND GRAND PRIZE ENTRY PROCEDURES WILL NOT BEGIN UNTIL NOVEMBER 23, 1996; NO PRIZES WILL BE AVAILABLE BEFORE THAT DATE.***** We are very excited to see that so many of you have already completed the entire to ur -- good luck in the drawing! For those who have not yet started, you can get your Passport and begin the journey by visiting an historic site or calling the Tricentennial Celebration Office at (301) 322-1996; TTY (301) 699-2544.

3. Signs are Pointing the Way to the Tricentennial

Tricentennial logo signs can be seen at all major highway entrances to the county, along with additional signs along county roads to remind residents and visitors about our 300 years of history. Thanks go to the Maryland State Highway Administration, the Prince George's County Department of Public Works and Transportation, and the Tricentennial sign project chairman, Mike Errico. As an added attraction, many sign sites also boast new plantings and beautification efforts thanks to the Gateway Plantings C ommittee chaired by Carolyn Billingsley and Mary Godfrey. For more information on Tricentennial plantings, call the Tricentennial Celebration Office at (301) 322-1996.

4. Prince George's County Commemorative License Plate on the Road!

Prince George's County Commemorative license tags still available. Orders are coming in daily. We appreciate the patience of those individuals who requested special numbers. Tags #0001-0100 are $100 each, tags #0101-0300 are $50 each, and tags #0301-99 99 are $30 apiece. To reserve your tag -- and coordinated license plate frame -- contact the Tricentennial Celebration Office at (301) 322-1996; TTY (301) 699-2544.

5. Tricentennial Merchandise Now on Sale at Celebration Office

The Tricentennial Cookbook is on sale at the Tricentennial Celebration Office at the address listed above, or at historic site gift shops. Retail sales outlets include the Maryland Book Exchange in College Park, Doctors Community Hospital, and Crescent C ities Jaycees Foundation. The cost is just $10 for this terrific publication (or $12.50 for mail orders), with checks made payable to the Prince George's County Tricentennial Trust, Inc. This item is proving very popular!

Tricentennial Posters have been printed and are now on sale. First unveiled at the Festival of Lights kickoff celebration, these posters feature a collage of photographs taken around the county -- both historical and contemporary. This true collectors' item, suitable for framing, is available for just $5 from the Tricentennial Celebration Office.

Tricentennial Lapel Pins featuring the colorful 300 logo on a gold clutch-back pin are also available from the Tricentennial Celebration Office at a cost of just $4.

Tricentennial Bricks are available for imprinting with county residents' names, businesses, family members, special dates, etc. A site has been chosen in Upper Marlboro's brick plaza and a brochure is available to facilitate individuals' orders for brick s; an organizational brick purchase program is also in place. To receive a brochure, contact Anne Holtz at the Tricentennial Celebration Office at (301) 322-1996; TTY (301) 699-2544.

6. Tricentennial Memorabilia Now Offered From Other Vendors

Three independent merchants have produced their own line of Tricentennial merchandise and now have items for sale. Lucian's Trophies & Awards, 4547 Rhode Island Ave., Brentwood, MD 20722, has memorabilia that includes travel mugs, embroidered baseball ca ps, embroidered golf shirts, "Passport" tote bags and keychains. To order, call (301) 779-5502. The Property Division Gift Shop, 14611 Elm Street, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, has Tricentennial merchandise including short-sleeve shirts, long-sleeve shirts , sweatpants, sweatshirts, golf shirts, shorts and hats. To order, call (800) 715-GIFT or (301) 952-8577. ABC Enterprises, P.O. Box 272, Upper Marlboro, MD 20773, is also selling Tricentennial merchandise including short-sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, embr oidered golf shirts and embroidered baseball caps. To order, call (301) 731-6965. As other vendors contact our office, we'll keep you posted.7. Agriculture Committee A wonderful opening reception was held at the National Agricultural Library on January 25. In addition, the Prince George's County Department of Environmental Resources has developed four Geographical Information System maps showing the relationship betw een land-use activities and water quality over time. The maps will be available to area schools. The United States Department of Agriculture has appointed a liaison to work with this committee and assist with event planning. The University of Maryland is also involved. Other agricultural committee plans include education and environmental initiatives, a family farm project and a brochure listing agricultural resources in the county. Contact Tom Bryant at (202) 462-9600, ext. 14.

8. Arts Projects

The Prince George's County Arts Council has made 21 grants which are funding an interesting array of Tricentennial art projects. In addition, the Arts Council's 15th birthday is being celebrated in 1996 with a Tricentennial twist, in cooperation with the Bravo Network and Maryland Cable.

9. Public Safety Event

Public Safety Director Fred Thomas chaired the effort for the Public Safety Tribute. With the backing of the police and fire chiefs as well as the county sheriff and the municipal chiefs association, the group was honored at an August Bowie Baysox game a t Prince George's Stadium. Displays of equipment and a special ceremony were well attended. Fireworks capped off the evening.
10. County Employees Display Tricentennial Projects Over the summer, two of the four Tricentennial projects created by Prince George's County employees were debuted. On July 25, a 35-panel quilt designed and created by employees of the County Administration Building was unveiled in Upper Marlboro. The qu ilt features scenes, historical sites, landmarks and symbols significant to Prince George's County history. On August 12, a walk-through "mini-museum" in the lobby of the County's RMS Building was officially opened to the public. A group of employees th at work in that building spent months planning, preparing and installing this display which resembles a bridge and is aptly titled, "Crossing The Bridge of Time." The other two projects will be completed later in the Tricentennial year -- we encourage every one to stop in and enjoy all of these creative and educational exhibits. Thank you to all county employees who have participated.

11. Municipalities Exhibit

The municipalities have completed work on their exhibit, and this collection of photographs and materials related to the history of our towns and cities is now touring throughout the county. Contact: Mayor Andrew Hanko at (301) 577-0256.

12. State's Attorney's Celebration

Jack Johnson, State's Attorney for Prince George's County, appointed a committee to prepare an exhibit celebrating 300 years of service to the community. The exhibit was unveiled on June 23, 1996 -- the 300th anniversary of the State's Attorney's Office. Contact Marian Anderson at (301) 952-4627.

13. Hymn and Choral Workshops, Massed Choir Concert

"Many Voices, One Song: 300 Years of the American Hymn and Choral Singing in Prince George's County" is a year-long project of workshops and concerts bringing together many church choirs, choruses and vocal ensembles. Three Prince George's County compose rs -- W.G. Stokes, Chris Patton and Ron Warren -- have been commissioned to write works for joint concerts. The first of the "Many Voices" concerts was held on Sunday, June 23 at the First United Methodist Church in Hyattsville. The next confirmed date is an October 5, 1996, performance at The University of Maryland's Adult Education Center. The culminating event in the series will be a massed choir sing at the ShowPlace Arena on November 17, 1996. M-NCPPC is coordinating. Project is funded. Contact Dr. Carolyn Bock at (301) 454-1459; TTY (301) 454-1493.

14. Traveling Troupe of Historical Reenactors

A cast of individual actors and actresses representing historical figures from different periods has been organized. Dressed in appropriate costumes, these people are available for bookings at various Tricentennial events. M-NCPPC is coordinating. Conta ct: Carolyn Bock at (301) 454-1459.

15. "The Magical Mystery History Museum," a 50-Minute Touring Musical Play

This engaging musical play, written by Kathy Feininger and created by the award winning Washington Stage Guild under the artistic direction of John MacDonald was premiered at the Publick Playhouse in December 1995, where it took audiences on a whirlwind t our through 300 years of county history. "The Magical Mystery History Museum" began touring schools as part of M-NCPPC's "Arts Alive!" this school year and has an added a limited tour in September/October due to the tremendous number of requests. Grants from the Maryland State Arts Council and other local sources such as recreation councils, private businesses and public service organizations greatly reduce nominal performance fees. To book for your organization or event, call the "Arts Alive!" booking manager at (301) 454-1453. M-NCPPC is coordinating. For general information, contact: Cecil Thompson at (301) 454-1468.

16. Inventory of African American Buildings, Properties and Communities

This project is continuing the identification and surveying of historic African American buildings, properties and communities in Prince George's County. An inventory of these cultural resources will be published and available in 1996. Production is con tinuing for publication of a book during 1996. M-NCPPC is coordinating. Project is funded. Contact: Susan Pearl at (301) 952-3521, TTY (301) 952-3756.

17. Festivals and Special Events

M-NCPPC is focusing on the Tricentennial at all 1996 festivals and special events. These include Kinderfest in October, the Hispanic Festival in October, College Park Air Fair in September, Capital Gallery Exhibits, community days, summer playgrounds and day camps.

18. "This Week in History"

Research and copy writing is ongoing for Tricentennial tidbits used for weekly local newspaper columns and television public service announcements throughout 1996. Contact: John Walton at (301) 627-2270.

19. Tricentennial Births Honored

Dimensions Healthcare System welcomed the first 300 babies born in Prince George's County during the Tricentennial year. A certificate was presented to each baby and their family.

20. Beautification Projects

Citizens associations, garden clubs and service organizations have been asked to design their own beautification projects. Arrangements are being made with county nurseries and businesses to supply nursery products.

21. Heritage Center

The report from consultant Charles Lyle has been completed and copies sent to elected officials at the state and local levels. The proposal is being reviewed to determine whether the project is financially feasible, and what funding may exist. The revie w includes examination of the potential for private and public support.

22. Community Associations

All community associations in the county are encouraged to submit the history of their association to be included in a book entitled, "Prince George's County Community/Association Histories," which will be published during the Tricentennial year. A numbe r of histories have been received already but organizers are sure there are others out there just waiting to tell their stories. For more information (including a questionnaire), call Donna Schneider (301) 952-8539 or Mary Forsht-Tucker (301) 292-1993.

23. Messages to the Future

The Prince George's County shopping center marketing group came forward to take on this project for the Tricentennial. Chaired by Margaret Hayes of Iverson Mall, the effort includes project promotion and Tricentennial displays at indoor shopping areas to encourage residents to pick up a Birthday Book page where Prince George's County residents can write a "letter to the future" -- information about their family history, heritage and hopes. By the end of 1996, these pages will be collected and ready for placement in the Tricentennial time capsule.

24. School System Involvement

Dr. Louise Waynant is chairing the Prince George's County Schools' involvement. A commitment was given that materials and projects will be available for each school, and appropriate promotional efforts are being made with teachers, principals and others; "Teacher Teas" were held last fall to present Tricentennial information to all interested public and private school teachers. A Tricentennial coordinator was to be appointed at each county school. Contacts for the Tricentennial Celebration and the scho ol system are Anita Pesses (322-1996) and Dr. Patty Flynn (952-6333). Projects under way include:

--an historical bibliography to assist students with research and a core collection of books and resources related to the history of the county;

--a write-a-book contest;

--videotapes of historic flags important to the county;

--a series of "Tricentennial Moments" are airing on cable channel 12;

--a student photography exhibit of historic sites;

--an oral history project for students to interview older residents of the county;

--revised social studies curricula for grades 3 and 6;

--timeline murals done by art students;

--a colonial seeds science experiment project and colonial foods preservation project;

--a special Tricentennial tribute at the schools' annual spring concert at the Kennedy Center;

--orchestra and choral performances at Tricentennial events;

--student service opportunities; and

--use of school OASIS sites for Tricentennial programs.

25. County Library System Shares In The Spirit of Celebration

The Prince George's County Memorial Library System, celebrating an anniversary of its own this year, is selling limited edition prints of the WPA mural, "The Tobacco Cutters," which is featured in the historic Upper Marlboro Branch Library building. For more information on this or other facets of the library system's "50 Years of Books and Other Good Things" celebration, contact community relations director Natalie Weikart at (301) 699-3500.

26. Celebration of Faith

The Celebration of Faith committee has surveyed the Prince George's County religious community and compiled a list of more than 67 faiths and 700 houses of worship. The Youth Initiative is focusing on an interactive symposium in three areas of the county ; an exhibition of music, drama, speech, art and technology; and a youth worship service. In addition, the committee is planning to publish a book on the history of the various houses of worship in the county. Letters have been sent to all houses of wor ship to ensure inclusion in the project. Contact: Mildred Ridgely Gray.

27. Tricentennial Redevelopment Project

Discussions are being held regarding a Tricentennial redevelopment project in an inner-Beltway community. Spearheading this project are Pat Parker and Yvonne McGee.

28. Arts Council Tricentennial Poster Available

The Prince George's Arts Council sponsored its sixth bi-annual poster competition to celebrate the Tricentennial, with a design theme of "Arts for Change". The winning poster was designed by Prince George's County artist Barbara Bancroft. To get a copy of the poster, contact the Prince George's Arts Council at (301) 454-1455.

29. Postcards from Prince George's County

A contest was held to select photographs taken around Prince George's County. Selected entries are exhibited at the Capital Gallery in the USAir Arena and at other sites throughout 1996. For more information, call (301) 454-1450, TTY (301) 454-1472.

30. Collected Profiles: An Oral History of Hispanics/Latinos in Prince George's County

This project will establish the rightful role that Hispanics and Latinos have played in the history of Prince George's County. The collection of profiles will record the contributions of this group to the county, and serve as an inspiration to future gen erations. For additional information, contact project chairwoman Sol del Ande Eaton at 4501 Havelock Rd., Lanham, MD 20706.

31. Tricentennial Youth Scholarships

Academic and vocational scholarships for Prince George's County youth will be funded with a percentage of net sales from various local businesses as part of this project. Funding is being sought. For more information, contact project chairwoman Sol del Ande Eaton at 4501 Havelock Rd., Lanham, MD 20706.

32. Tricentennial Sculpture

A monumental bronze sculpture is being created by renowned artist Raymond Kaskey, of Brentwood, and will be installed in front of the new addition to the County Courthouse in Upper Marlboro. For more information about this effort, contact Anne Palumbo, c oordinator of Prince George's County's Art in Public Places program, at (301) 292-4288.

33. Centennial Beer

Bob Hall, Inc., of Upper Marlboro, has pledged a Tricentennial donation of 25 cents for each case of "Michelob Centennial" beer sold in Prince George's County during 1996 -- which is also the 100th anniversary of Michelob beer.

34. Art Exhibit and Poster Contest Celebrating African American Contributions

The Prince George's County Department of Environmental Resources, in partnership with the Prince George's County Public Schools, is sponsoring its annual art exhibit and poster contest in recognition of African Americans who have made significant contribu tions to Prince George's County's history. For more information, contact Joyce Beck at (301) 883-5952.

35. "Blacks in the Diaspora: Celebrating Our Cultural Heritage in Prince George's County"

Bowie State University was the site of a day-long event in February celebrating African American culture in the county, and featuring presentations on African roots, the African presence in the Caribbean, and a panel discussion of issues relevant to the d iasporic population in Prince George's County. For more information on other activities of the Caribbean Cultural Infusion Committee, contact Lorna Green at (301) 262-9032.

36. "Mary Surratt: An American Tragedy" Book Available During Tricentennial

Author Elizabeth Steger Trindal has written a biography of Mary Surratt, one of Prince George's County's most infamous residents. Fifteen years of research on Surratt, convicted co-conspirator in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and first woman to be executed by the federal government, has culminated in a fascinating hard-back publication with photographs. The book will soon be on sale in the Surratt House Museum gift shop for $26.96 (+ $2.25 postage if ordered by mail). Ms. Trindal will be availab le for book signings for your group or event. If interested, contact publicist Linda Moreau at Pelican Publishing, P.O. Box 3110, Gretna, LA 70053.

37. Prince George's County Monopoly Game Available

Discover the Kingdom of Prince George -- Prince George's County, Maryland, that is! The Good Knight Castle, a child safety village and children's museum, located at 11001 Rhode Island Avenue in Beltsville, has created a commemorative "monopoly-type" game to celebrate the Tricentennial. Without leaving home, you and your children can become owners of over 30 county businesses. For more information on the game or other Good Knight Castle events, call (301) 595-3888 or (301) 595-8989.

38. Tricentennial Cancellation Postmark

A Prince George's County 300th Anniversary Postmark is now running out of the Upper Marlboro post office and will continue through 1996. Look for the postmark as another keepsake of this historic year!

39. Greenbelt Museum Announces Tricentennial Programs

As a Passport to History site, the Greenbelt Museum is hosting a number of special exhibits and events for the Tricentennial including the "Images and Voices of Greenbelt" exhibit and "The Stuff of Life: Material Culture in Greenbelt" lecture on Thursday, October 10. Both will be in the Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Road, with the exhibit open from 6:00 to 7:30 pm and the lecture immediately following. On Friday, October 18, there will be another opportunity to participate in the "Stuff of Lif e" lecture as well as a discussion of "The WPA in Maryland" at 7:00 pm, National Archives at College Park, 8601 Adelphi Road. All programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Greenbelt Museum and funded by a grant from the Maryland Humanities Council. F or more information, contact the Friends group at (301) 883-5542.

40. Passport Site Recently Opened

The Laurel Museum, located at 9th and Main Streets in Laurel, opened on May 1, 1996. The museum is one of the Passport to History sites and is open on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on the first Sunday of each month from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. T ours at the Laurel Museum are FREE so get out there and get your Passport stamped! For additional information or to arrange a group tour, call (301) 725-7975.

41. Trees Planted to Honor Anniversary

Three trees with famous and historic significance to Prince George's County and Maryland will be planted by the Citizens Concerned for a Cleaner County (CCCC) group in recognition of the Tricentennial and 300 years of keeping the county clean, green and b eautiful. An Eleanor Roosevelt White Ash, an Edgar Allen Poe Hackberry and a Frederick Douglass White Oak will be planted by school children at Rockledge Elementary School. For more information, call John Brunner at (301) 883-5843.

42. UMd's McKeldin Library Celebrates Tricentennial

"300 Candles: Slices of Prince George's County History" is the title of an exhibit created by the McKeldin Library at the University of Maryland College Park. The exhibit features items from both the Library Archives and Marylandia/Rare Books. The exhib it opened April 15, 1996 and will run through December 24, 1996. For more information, call (301) 405-9125.

CALENDAR NOTE: The next Tricentennial Celebration Committee meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24 in the 1st floor hearing room of the County Administration Building in Upper Marlboro -- immediately following the debut placement ceremony of Tricentennial commemorative bricks; the next public meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9 at Bob Hall Distributors on C rain Highway in Upper Marlboro -- everyone is welcome. For more information, call the Tricentennial Celebration Office at 322-1996, TTY 699-2544.

Tricentennial Goals:

1) To initiate, recognize, encourage and invigorate programs that celebrate the richness and diversity of our county's heritage.

2) To stimulate a sense of interest and excitement in our past, present and future.

3) To create a set of enduring artifacts to commemorate the Tricentennial.

Tricentennial Objectives:

1) To promote a favorable county image, with lasting impressions and benefits.

2) To educate the public through a variety of media presentations and public events.

3) To produce a body of printed and audiovisual materials as an archival resource.

4) To offer numerous events throughout the year.

5) To promote a sense of accomplishment and excitement about our future.

6) To strive to provide opportunities for inclusion of all Prince Georgians in this process and celebration, while promoting the county as a destination for regional tourism.

Tricentennial Calendars of Events are now available! Call 322-1996, TTY 699-2544 to get your copy. . . and watch for our calendar updates on the Internet!

Special thanks to our generous presenting sponsors for their contributions to the Prince George's County Tricentennial Celebration: Buck Distributing Company, Inc.; Industrial Bank, N.A.; PEPCO; and USAir Arena.

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These pages were created as a part of the 1996 PG County Tricentennial celebration. Additional history resources are listed on the bibliography page. These pages are not being updated. They are now located on the Prince George's County Historical Society's web site. Contact links: web site manager - Society information. You can search the entire site through this search form.:
Last updated October, 1996