Gaithersburg Community Museum

Gaithersburg Community Museum Admission is free. The museum is open Wednesday to Sunday and by appointment on Tuesday. The museum is open Thursday-Saturday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The museum features educational exhibits , hands-on learning centers, and programs designed to spark the imagination and interest in our City’s history. The City of Gaithersburg's Community Museum is located in the restored 1884 B&O Railroad Station complex. The Museum features educational exhibits and programs designed to spark visitors' interest and imagination in our City's history. The Communi

ty Museum occupies the historic Freight House, the History Park and the B&O Caboose. Designed by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Head Architect, Ephraim Francis Baldwin, the Gaithersburg Railroad Station was built in 1884. This enabled Gaithersburg, previously known as both Forest Oak and Logtown, new and expedited shipping opportunities south, to Washington, DC. The commercial opportunities this access afforded helped develop the burgeoning Gaithersburg economy. In 1978, its buildings were placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Additional hours are available by appointment. Handicap accessible.

It’s ! 🦕💚Did you know Maryland has a state dinosaur?Meet Astrodon johnstoni, a massive sauropod from the Cretaceous Per...
06/01/2026

It’s ! 🦕💚Did you know Maryland has a state dinosaur?
Meet Astrodon johnstoni, a massive sauropod from the Cretaceous Period. Its name means “star tooth” — inspired by fossils discovered in 1858 in Prince George’s County by Maryland’s State Agricultural Chemist, Philip Tyson.

Tyson found two unusual teeth and passed them along to Dr. Christopher Johnston, who sliced one open and spotted a star-shaped pattern inside. That discovery became one of the earliest dinosaur finds in the U.S. — and the very first in Maryland!

🦴 Maryland history + dinosaurs = perfection.
Want more Maryland dino facts? Just say the word!

📺The museum landed the #3 spot on Fox 5's Zip Trip Gaithersburg: 5 Must Stops! 🥉✨If you haven't stopped by yet, what ar...
05/27/2026

📺The museum landed the #3 spot on Fox 5's Zip Trip Gaithersburg: 5 Must Stops! 🥉✨

If you haven't stopped by yet, what are you waiting for? Come hop aboard our rail cars, explore hands-on exhibits, and discover all of the history and stories that make Gaithersburg our hometown.

Check out the feature here and come see why we're a must stop!

We kicked off the first Zip Trip of the summer season in Gaithersburg, MD.

Missed on May 26? No worries! The Community Museum is celebrating all week! Stop by to make the Museum’s paper airplan...
05/27/2026

Missed on May 26? No worries! The Community Museum is celebrating all week!

Stop by to make the Museum’s paper airplane design and enjoy some hands on fun. Simple, creative, and great for all ages—come fold and fly with us! ✈️

All aboard for a trip down memory lane!Today marks the 153rd anniversary of the very first day of regular passenger serv...
05/25/2026

All aboard for a trip down memory lane!
Today marks the 153rd anniversary of the very first day of regular passenger service at the Gaithersburg Railroad Station.

We’re celebrating our local history this Memorial Day with special holiday hours from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

05/23/2026

Updates for Sunday, May 24:

Due to forecasted inclement weather, the Water Park and the Interactive Water Feature will be closed. The Gaithersburg Community Museum will close at 4 p.m.

This weekend marks the unofficial start of summer — even if it might not feel like it just yet! The Olde Towne Plaza int...
05/22/2026

This weekend marks the unofficial start of summer — even if it might not feel like it just yet! The Olde Towne Plaza interactive water feature will begin operating on weekends from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through June 18, weather permitting.

Please note: Due to the forecast, the water feature will not run tomorrow, May 23.

Stay up-to-date on operating hours by following us here or visiting gburg.md/OldeTownePlaza

Celebrate on May 24 by exploring the Community Museum! Grab a scavenger hunt and see if you can find every treasure tu...
05/20/2026

Celebrate on May 24 by exploring the Community Museum! Grab a scavenger hunt and see if you can find every treasure tucked away in the museum!

No better way to celebrate with a sneak peak at our upcoming Money of the 13 Colonies exhibit!This week's spotlight is...
05/18/2026

No better way to celebrate with a sneak peak at our upcoming Money of the 13 Colonies exhibit!

This week's spotlight is a bill from the Continental Congress printed in February of 1776. Follow for more rare finds before the full collection opens on June 3!

Join us tomorrow at the Gaithersburg Book Festival for conversation with author Jason Green about his book “Too Precious...
05/15/2026

Join us tomorrow at the Gaithersburg Book Festival for conversation with author Jason Green about his book “Too Precious to Loose.” The book follows his journey from public service to a deeply personal awakening after hearing his grandmother’s memories — memories that tell the story of Quince Orchard, a historically Black community in Gaithersburg.

Community Museum Manager and member of Gaithersburg History Project, Naomi Pequette, will facilitate a discussion about family, history, and the communities that shape who we become.

Catch the conversation at the Gertrude Stein Pavilion from 3:15–4:05 pm, with a signing at 4:15 pm. We hope to see you there!

Address

9 S Summit Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD
20877

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+13012586160

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