Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park – Programs & Events

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For Active Montgomery account issues: Contact Active Montgomery Help Desk

301-495-2580 or Email

For Program related questions: Contact Woodlawn Office

301-929-5989 or Email Office Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm

Woodlawn staff is not able to assist with Active Montgomery login/account issues.

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FreedomWalk2026

In honor of America’s 250th birthday, a kickoff celebration for historian Anthony Cohen’s FreedomWalk2026 from Maryland to Canada retracing Harriet Tubman’s Underground Railroad. Events sponsored by Menare Foundation, Potomac Community Foundation and Montgomery Parks. For more information visit the Menare Foundation.

(Fri) April 17, 2026 5:30 pm – 7 pm Welcome to MoCo Party!

Pep rally, arrival of “Journey to Freedom” Harriet Tubman statue, visit with renown historian Anthony Cohen. Check out the Woodlawn gift shop for books about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Free event.

(Sat) April 18, 2026 12 pm – 4 pm Journey to Freedom Harriet Tubman statue viewing

Visit the “Journey to Freedom” statue and explore the Woodlawn Museum located in the 1832 historic stone barn. Free event, check in at the Visitor Center.

Tea at Woodlawn Manor

(Sat) May 9, 2026 2 pm – 4 pm Mother’s Day

(Sat) June 6, 2026 2 pm – 4 pm After the Civil War

(Sat) July 11, 2026 2 pm – 4 pm Freedom Tea

You are invited to an educational tea party! Enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea in the parlor of Woodlawn Manor. Clarksville Caterers menu featuring English Tea sandwiches, assorted pastries and fresh fruit as you sip on a special Woodlawn Blend of tea. Manor House doors open at 1:45 pm the day of the program. This a quarterly series.

May: Make your own flower bouquet, and craft Mother’s Day cards to take home. Ticket sales open February 1 and close April 24.

June: Learn about the aftermath of the Civil War and what it meant for the formerly enslaved in Montgomery County through a lecture by Education Program Manager, Christian Murgia. Ticket sales open May 1 and close May 22.

July: Imagine if the Boston Tea Party happened today and create your own protest sign! All while being immersed in the ambience of an early American home. Ticket sales open May 1 and close June 26.

Appropriate for: Ages 12 and up.

Fee: $55 per person, advance tickets required at www.ActiveMontgomery.org. No seats will be held, no phone payments accepted. Tickets will not be sold onsite the day of the event. For waitlist information, contact Woodlawn office.

For All Active Montgomery account issues: Woodlawn staff is unable to assist with any account login issues. Contact Active Montgomery Help Desk listed on this page.

For program questions: Contact Woodlawn office listed on this page.

Hike the Underground Railroad Experience Trail

Guided Hikes are not offered December – March

Public Guided Hike

April – November, 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10:00 – 11:30am

Learn about the experience of 19th century freedom seekers and Montgomery County residents in a guided hike of the Underground Railroad Experience Trail. Discover techniques used for navigation, eluding detection, and finding food/shelter.

Hike is 2 miles roundtrip on a natural surface hiking trail. Trail is not ADA accessible or stroller friendly. Woodlawn Museum admission included. Appropriate for ages 7 and up; fee charged for ages 6 and up.

Fees: $10.00 adults, $8.00 Seniors (55+)/Children 6-17

For Dates and Tickets: Active Montgomery

Advance online tickets highly recommended at ActiveMontgomery. Online sales close 12 noon day before program. Limited walk-in availability based on advance ticket sales. No tickets or spots held or sold by phone/email. (Please note: individuals attending as part of a meet-up/community group must show a valid ActiveMontgomery or register receipt to attend the program.)

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Twilight Trek

May – October Select Saturday evenings, time varies.

Special evening opportunity to learn about the historical context and techniques nighttime travel for freedom seekers. Learn about the challenges and opportunities the stars and moonlight presented travelers including using plants and natural surroundings along the way.

Hike is 2 miles roundtrip on a natural surface hiking trail. Trail is not ADA accessible or stroller friendly. Participants are encouraged to bring a flashlight and wear light colored or reflective clothing. Woodlawn Museum admission included open 30 minutes prior to tour.

Appropriate for ages 15 and up. Advance registration required by 5 pm Wednesday before hike. No tickets will be sold onsite the evening of the program.

Fees: $10.00 adults, $8.00 Seniors (55+)/Children 6-17

Dates: May 30, June 27, July 25, August 9 (More dates to come)

For Details and Purchase Tickets: Active Montgomery

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To Purchase Hike Tickets Online:

1. Log into ActiveMontgomery (An ActiveMONTGOMERY account is required)
2. Click on “Special Events Tickets”
3. Click on “Woodlawn Manor Events”
4. Select the program, date/time you would like to purchase tickets.
5. Click on “Add to Cart”
6. On Purchase Options screen, enter “Ticket Quantity” you would like to purchase. NOTE: The ticket block area will display the number of tickets available for purchase online.
7. Ensure the Shopping Cart correctly lists all the tickets you wish to purchase.
8. If correct, click on “Proceed to Checkout”. Online payment is required to complete the transaction.
9. Bring the ActiveMontgomery receipt with you. Only ActiveMontgomery or register receipts can serve as a valid proof of purchase.
10. Check in at the Visitor Center by showing valid ActiveMontgomery purchase receipt approximately 10 minutes before the program start time. (NOTE: Emails and other forms of communication from other sources will not be accepted as proof of purchase.)
11. *Program Cancellation/Refund Policies are detailed on each ActiveMontgomery date listing and on the ActiveMontgomery purchase receipt.*
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Preparing for a Guided Hike:

• Program starts promptly! Plan to arrive approximately 10 minutes prior. Check-in/pay at the Visitor Center.

• Appropriate for ages 7 and up due to interpretive content and program length. A fee is charged for all attendees ages 6 and up.

• Pets are not allowed on guided hikes or inside the Woodlawn Museum except for service animals.

• There are no restrooms or amenities on the trail. Bring your own water, insect repellent, sunscreen, hand sanitizer and wipes.

• Dress appropriate for the weather. Temperatures may be 5-10 degrees cooler in the woods.

• Wear comfortable shoes suitable for hiking on a natural surface trail (rocks, branches, mud, etc.)

• Program canceled for poor trail conditions (ex: extremely deteriorated walking conditions, trail flooded, downed trees blocking trail), forecasted severe weather or low registrations numbers. WMCP will notify all advance ticket holders the day before the program.
• Staff tip: Remember even if it’s sunny today, trail conditions may be poor from previous days rain and storms!