HIGHLIGHT
The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, and the founding of Montgomery County.
Together with the Rockville community, the City of Rockville, and our business partners, Peerless Rockville will explore how national themes in American history have unfolded in Rockville over the last two and a half centuries. Rockville 250 will tell the stories of the people and places in Rockville that trace our nation’s history.
We hope you will join us at a pictorial exhibit and other special programming marking 250 years of history.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
RESEARCH & LEARN
Peerless Rockville has been collecting information relevant to the development of Rockville as a community and as the seat of Montgomery County, Maryland since 1974. These resources are available to the public for general and academic research, and other educational purposes.
The archives consist of unpublished manuscripts, maps, family and business papers, and oral histories. Our extensive photograph collection contains images from both professional photographers and family snapshots. In addition there are vertical files containing information on properties as well as clippings from many sources.
Our Library contains City Directories and a selection of volumes on history and preservation.
If you would like to visit our archives and library, please make an appointment and fill out our Research Request Form.
VOLUNTEER
Share your time and talents with Peerless Rockville by taking advantage of our exciting volunteer opportunities! You can make a significant contribution by welcoming visitors, assisting the office staff, and helping in a variety of other ways. We are currently looking for friendly volunteers who are familiar with Microsoft Office, scanning and digitizing, research, and data entry. If you are interested in volunteering, we invite you to complete a volunteer application and send it to info@peerlessrockville.org
Would you love to help Peerless Rockville, but don’t have time every week? Peerless Rockville is always looking for extra help with our events, programs, and occasional projects. Get involved in local preservation efforts and assist in engaging activities such as:
- Maintenance projects at Peerless historic properties
- Newsletter and membership mailings
- Peerless community events
Peerless Rockville can provide unpaid internships for students who are seeking nonprofit, communications, and public history experience. We welcome a diverse range of applicants that includes high school students currently taking Advanced Placement courses as well as students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in museum studies, history, historical preservation, or a related field. Student Service Learning hours can be earned or academic credit may be available through your home institution.
Applicants will be expected to complete an average of 8 hours a week. Days and hours are flexible. If you are ready to kickstart your career and are interested in an internship with Peerless Rockville, please send your cover letter and resume to info@peerlessrockville.org
