To honor the 250th anniversary of Montgomery County (founded in 1776), this year’s theme centers on legacy and collective action. We invite every resident to celebrate Montgomery County’s 250 years by committing to 250 actions that safeguard our environment and public health. Montgomery, Ala., helped shape America — from the cradle of the Confederacy to the birthplace of the civil rights movement to the city's draw today as the place to reflect on the legacy of slavery.

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Montgomery College is Maryland’s premier community college, serving more than 50,000 students each year through credit and noncredit programs. Montgomery County is the most populous county in the U.S. state of Maryland. As of the 2020 United States census, the county's population was 1,062,061, increasing by 9.3% from 2010.

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[7] Explore the rich heritage and deep historical roots of Montgomery County through our museums, cultural heritage sites, and unique experiences. Montgomery County not only has your favorite shops, there is also a wealth of independent boutiques that showcase our entrepreneurial spirit. Birthplace of civil rights and confederacy cradle: Montgomery is ... - NPR Explore Montgomery Parks’ trails, programs, events, facilities, and resources for outdoor recreation across the county. Montgomery is the capital city of the U.S.

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state of Alabama and the seat of Montgomery County. [9] It was named for Continental Army Major-General Richard Montgomery and stands beside the Alabama River on the Gulf Coastal Plain.