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The Historic Red Brick Courthouse
29 Courthouse Square, Room 110
Rockville Town Center
Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am to 1 pm, and
by appointment
Resources for
Researchers, students, property owners,
genealogists, and the general public
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History of Rockville
-- as a community and as the county seat for Montgomery County; and
much more!
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History of
properties in Rockville (including homes, businesses, cemeteries, and parks),
Families and
People of note or important to the development of
Rockville;
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Restoration, Renovation,
and preservation issues
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Contractor Files
& Product Information
Resources
The
Peerless Rockville Collection
consists of a Museum Collection and a Research Library.
The Museum
Collection
has predominantly original objects, photographs and other archival
materials. It includes over 3,500 historic photographs from the mid
19th century by photographers such as Malcolm Walter and Roy Perry, and
collector Charles Brewer; over 100 years of business records from
Welsh/Ward/Wire Hardware Store; aerials and other maps; blueprints;
mid 19th century correspondence from the Anderson-Vinson Family; and
Oral Histories. Access to this Collection is controlled.
Donations
of objects and materials that document or evoke Rockville’s story
as a community and as the county seat for Montgomery County are
appreciated and are tax deductible. Referrals/inquires for people or
organizations interested in doing oral history interviews are
welcome!
More
about
the Museum Collection
The
Research Library
contains slides; publications;
unpublished
manuscripts; subject files categorized by street, historic
designation, people, religious institutions, cemeteries, and
others; Rockville Historic District Guidelines; and How-To sheets
from genealogy to documenting your home or community. Peerless
Rockville has also authored many publications. Appointments
are encouraged to ensure staff is available to assist users.
Guides and finding aids are available to help users find
information.
Requesting Research Assistance
Peerless is open for
research during public hours Tuesday through Saturday, from 10:00 am
to 1:00 pm, or by appointment. We recommend you call Peerless
at 301.762.0096 or email
info@peerlessrockville.org ahead of time to
ensure we have staff available to assist you. It is helpful to
speak to us about your research question or topic so we can prepare
for your visit. We encourage students to learn about our research
materials and intern opportunities. Please read the Researcher Form
for more information.
Researcher
Form 
Exhibits & Displays
Peerless Rockville regularly places exhibits in the community.
People and businesses interested in hosting an exhibit are
encouraged to
call 301.762.0096.
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