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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM12LR_the-meridian-mark-pier-and-geodetic-survey-monuments_Gaithersburg-MD.html
The Gaithersburg International Latitude Observatory is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been declared a National Historic Landmark. The designation includes the Observatory, the Meridian Mark Pier, and the five monuments.…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM12LQ_history-and-purpose-of-the-gaithersburg-latitude-observatory_Gaithersburg-MD.html
The Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory was constructed in 1899 as one of the original four stations selected by the International Geodetic Association to carry out systematic observations to measure the variations in latitude cause by the Earth's w…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM12LP_the-observatory_Gaithersburg-MD.html
U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey Assistant, Edwin Smith or Rockville, Maryland, was assigned to oversee construction and operations at the Gaithersburg Observatory. Original plans for the Ukiah and Gaithersburg Observatories, prepared by the Central…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2X2_john-a-belt-building_Gaithersburg-MD.html
Built 1903. According to an 1880's newspaper report, John A. Belt was the proprietor of the largest mercantile establishment in Montgomery County. Belt's store and upstairs hall, known as Norman Hall, became the pivotal structure of Gaithersburg'…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1MK_a-center-of-culture-and-commerce_Gaithersburg-MD.html
In July of 1889, John A. Belt, a leading merchant in Gaithersburg, purchased the southwest corner of Diamond and Summit Avenues for $200. On this site, Belt built a general store with a large upstairs public room, known as Norman Hall. The buildin…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1MJ_serving-the-communitys-health-care-needs_Gaithersburg-MD.html
In 1893, Dr. Elisha C. Etchison purchased the northwest corner property at Diamond and Summit Avenues from John B. Diamond and opened a pharmacy / drug store. Although the business at this site has changed owners several times over the years, ther…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1MI_the-summit-hotel_Gaithersburg-MD.html
Built in 1881, the Summit Hotel was regarded as a trendy spring and summer resort for those fortunate enough to take a holiday from the hustle and bustle of Washington, D. C. The hotel was located nat the northeast corner of Summit and Frederick A…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1MH_gaithersburg-washington-grove-volunteer-fire-department_Gaithersburg-MD.html
The completion of the railroad in the 1870's brought increasing prosperity to Gaithersburg. As the town grew so did the need for protection from the ever present dangers of fire. In September of 1892, a committee of volunteers formed the Gaithersb…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1MG_the-gaithersburg-school_Gaithersburg-MD.html
The original Gaithersburg High School was formerly located where Gaithersburg Elementary School now stands at 35 North Summit Avenue. Built in 1904, the school initially provided two general levels of education under the same roof: an elementary p…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1MF_supplying-an-agricultural-community_Gaithersburg-MD.html
Gaithersburg began as an agricultural community. With the coming of the railroad in the late 1800's, markets in Washington, D. C. and Baltimore were opened to area farmers. Wheat, vegetables, fruits, meats, dairy products, and cider could be easil…