VISIT HAGERSTOWN – WASHINGTON COUNTY CVBAND THE WESTERN MARYLAND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ANNOUNCE THE UNVEILING OF A NEW MARKER HONORING THE HISTORIC JONATHAN STREET NEIGHBORHOOD IN HAGERSTOWN, MD
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Hagerstown, MD – The Jonathan Street neighborhood in Hagerstown, Maryland, will celebrate its rich history with the unveiling of a new historic marker on May 30, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. at Asbury Methodist Church, 155 Jonathan Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740.
The new marker, a collaborative effort between the Western Maryland Community Development Corporation, the Maryland Department of Transportation and Visit Hagerstown CVB, will commemorate the significant contributions of the Jonathan Street community to Hagerstown’s past. The marker will feature historical text highlighting the neighborhood’s important landmarks and residents.
“Our five-year journey to help preserve the legacy of the Jonathan Street community has been a collaborative effort involving many dedicated individuals and organizations. Together, we’ve focused on honoring and uplifting the area’s rich history and its important role in our broader community,” said Reggie Turner, co-founder of the Western Maryland Community Development Corporation. “This work has included engaging with local residents, conducting extensive historical research, and creating public commemorations like the historical marker. These collective efforts ensure that the vibrant history of Jonathan Street is not only remembered but also serves as a beacon of cultural pride and historical awareness for future generations.”
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“The Jonathan Street neighborhood has a vibrant history that deserves to be recognized,” said Dan Spedden, President of the Visit Hagerstown CVB. “This way marker will serve as a permanent reminder of the stories and people that helped shape this special place. “We are thrilled to see the history of Jonathan Street come alive through this marker.”
The unveiling ceremony will include remarks from local and state dignitaries, and various members of the community and neighborhood residents. Light refreshments will be served.