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Acorn Urban Park
8075 Newell Street, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
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About the Acorn Urban Park
Acorn Urban Park is a charming and historic destination located in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland. Visitors can explore the iconic Acorn Gazebo, spring grotto, and peaceful shade trees in this small park. The gazebo, dating back to the 19th century, was originally part of Francis Preston Blair's plantation, Silver Spring. Blair, a newspaper publisher and friend of President Andrew Jackson, discovered the mica-flecked spring on the property and was so enchanted by it that he purchased the land and established a plantation. The Acorn Gazebo was commissioned by Blair to commemorate the oak tree where he proposed to his wife, Eliza, in 1812. The park also features a marble nymph, grotto, and stone slab from Alfred Ray's quarry, all adding to the park's historic charm.
In 1942, the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission acquired the park to protect the spring from development. The Acorn Gazebo was moved to the public land in 1946, and the grotto area was redesigned and dedicated in 1955. The park also features events such as the Woodlawn Manor House Tour, offering visitors a chance to explore more of the area's history and heritage. Don't miss the chance to visit Acorn Urban Park and immerse yourself in its rich history and natural beauty.
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8075 Newell St, Silver Spring, MD 20910, United States
Reviews of Acorn Urban Park
"This a historical Silver Spring site, which serves as a quiet place for the community to sit and catch some sun rays. I like the tranquility that this small park provides."
"Pleasant small park kids playing in the little spring, that the park is know for. People walking their dogs. I sit and people watch as I smoke big weed. Everyone very relaxed."
"You know this used to be a nice place to sit and talk but the residents from the apts next to the Acorn have made this their smoking and drinking spot. This is seven days a week, noon thru the evening and no police in site anytime. Not good for anyone but the party people."
"Acorn Urban Park is a tiny park in downtown Silver Spring with a big history. On this site is where Preston Blair, a newspaper editor, discovered a mica-flecked spring that inspired the name Silver Spring. The land was part of Blair's plantation. On it, he built an acorn gazebo in the middle of the 19t century in honor of where he proposed to his wife. The gazebo still stands in the park today. There are murals along the park that depict the history of Silver Spring. There are a few benches to sit and enjoy the small park."
"It’s a cute little park that’s made for sitting not really playing at. The coolest thing is that it’s home to the original silver spring (no longer functional). Has some neat historical facts and a good place to sit under the unique acorn gazebo."
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