Uncovering the Past with Locust Grove Nature Center

at Gaithersburg Library

Learn how the curiosity of a 12-year-old led to an amazing discovery, and how that discovery inspired staff to dig into the past of Locust Grove Nature Center and Cabin John Regional Park.

The truth is amazing things are found all the time in nature, often by children. From bones, shells, and feathers to pottery, bricks and old glass, there’s no telling what you might discover along the trails. But what do we do when we find something interesting? Join a naturalist from Locust Grove to hear the story and learn how to nature journal like a naturalist.

All ages are welcome, but the journaling activity is best for those 8 – 99 as the participants will get to journal and observe real items and artifacts from the Nature Center’s collection. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under 8 during this program.

Questions about this program? Contact Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490.

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Preregistration begins May 15. Log activities from June 13 - August 21, 2026.

This program is co-sponsored by Locust Grove Nature Center.

Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

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