Churches and Cathedrals in Gaithersburg

"One of the largest cathedrals in the world, it took 83 years to construct the Washington National Cathedral. The English-style, Neo Gothic building was built between 1907 and 1990. Inside, you will find beautiful stained-glass windows and hand-embroidered kneelers among details."

"The Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in the City and Diocese of Washington was built from 1906 to 1908. It features both Gothic and Tudor Revival architecture."

"The impressive Gothic architecture evokes comparisons to Notre-Dame (despite being built more than half a millennium later). Flying buttresses, spires,..."

"Although Saint Patrick’s is the oldest Catholic church in D.C., the largest and most prominent is the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, found in Northeast D.C. near The Catholic University of America. It is not a parish church but a national one, dedicated to the patron saint of the United States: Mary, the mother of Jesus, under her title of the Immaculate Conception."

"The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is the largest Roman Catholic church in the United States and is one of the largest churches in the world. The National Shrine is designated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops as a National Sanctuary of Prayer and Pilgrimage. It boasts the largest collection of contemporary ecclesiastical art in the world."

"During the time period of the famous invasion when the British burned the White House to the ground, British troops attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Church for Sunday mass. Washington’s oldest Roman Catholic parish is St. Patrick’s Catholic Church at 10th Street and G Street NW. The original wooden church on this site was constructed in 1794 and the second brick structure was built in 1809. That brick church was a major witness to the British sack of Washington, D.C."

"Saint Patrick’s was founded in 1794, making it the oldest parish in the Federal City, which is what Washington, D.C., was known as back then. At this time, many Irish immigrants were living in D.C. and working on the construction of federal buildings."

"St. John’s opened its doors in 1816 and every person who has held the office of president since James Madison has attended at least one service there. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square was not the first house of worship in D.C., but it is the one most closely associated with the presidency. It is just one block away from the White House, at the corner of 16th Street and H Street NW."

"Military RoadLength: 0.6 miles, + 0.15 to Potomac river & heritage trailDifficulty: Moderate to difficultBikeable: NoTrail Map:ViewDescription: Features a forested area and rocky stream that runs down to the Potomac River & Potomac Heritage Trail. There are several areas where you will have to cross the stream. If you walk far enough, you’ll find the remnants of an abandoned swimming resort."

"The Lyndon Baines Johnson Memorial Grove on the Potomac is located off the George Washington Memorial Parkway. The park is open year-round and offers walking and biking trails. The heart of the Lyndon B. Johnson Memorial Grove is a 43-ton 19-foot monolith made of red Texas Granite."

"Nestled in Lady Bird Johnson Park, the grove features a stone monolith in tribute to LBJ and many easy walking paths with exquisite views of the Potomac and Washington, D.C. If driving to Arlington National Cemetery, the grove is right outside the entry gates."

"As we navigate the evolving impact of coronavirus on our communities, we are temporarily closing our dining room seating to help limit person-to-person contact. Some of our restaurants may only offer service through our drive-thrus, while others may be able to offer takeout, delivery or mobile or..."

"We ordered for the first time last evening and everything from the pizza to the salad to the chicken strips was phenomenal."

"4 out of 5 stars Bars Breweries. Named after the hellbender salamander, which is the largest salamander in North America, Hellbender Brewing Company was founded in 2014 by Ben Evans and Patrick Mulane. The staff uses a Belgian mash filter system that’s more eco-friendly and efficient than others and it was said to be the first of its kind on the east coast back when it was installed."

"It’s hard not to love a brewery named after a big, gnarly salamander. Hellbender also scores points for its sustainable mash press filter brewing system -- which reduces water, grain, and energy use. A handful of rotating selections are usually on tap with its core trio."

"Founded in 2009, it is the first brewery to operate inside the District of Columbia since 1956, when the Heurich Brewery closed. The brewery was founded by Brandon Skall, it’s business manager, and Jeff Hancock, its brewmaster. This brewery crafts award-winning beer — utilizing a delicious and uniquely American blend of North American and European techniques and ingredients."

"All the other breweries listed thus far are brewpubs, meaning they brew and serve their own beer but don’t have a dedicated production facility in order to package and ship their beer."

"A wine-centric establishment, Proof has an extensive selection of wines to pair with their modern American cuisine. This old-world-meets-new-world restaurant features an exposed brick wall and offers international cheeses and charcuterie on their menu, as well as a showcase of local and organic ingredients. Some of the menu options include items such as napoleon of crispy tofu, wild mushrooms and summer vegetables or grilled iron flat steak and potato-leek purée."

"Gastropub serving American favorites, craft beers & more in a rustic space with a seasonal outdoor patio. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 202-733-5333"