Silver Spring is more than a suburb of Washington D.C. with a population of over 81,000. It's the fourth most populous area in Maryland.

The city is perfect for anyone wanting to be close to D.C. and enjoy the small-town vibe. Silver Spring is home to a variety of attractions. The National Museum of Health and Medicine documents the development of healthcare through the years. The museum was founded in 1862 by US Army Surgeon General William A. Hammond and welcomes visitors interested in the story of medicine.

Silver Spring also features a vibrant downtown area. Restaurant goers will find an eclectic variety of Greek, Ethiopian, Korean, and American pub food. Silver Spring also offers family entertainment such as escape rooms, ballets, art galleries, parks, and live music.

The town is famous for its public art walk and Veterans Plaza, where you'll find a farmer's market in the warmer seasons and a skating rink in the winter.

Nature lovers will find trails and parks to enjoy. Silgo Creek Trail is a paved path following Silgo Creek through wooded parkland and is perfect for cycling, jogging, and picnics. Rock Creek is known for its deer and hiking trails and allows you to experience the beauty of being outdoors.

Silver Spring is also rich in history. The Piscataway people built villages along the banks of Rock Creek and Silgo Creek before European settlers arrived. In 1840, Francis Preston Blair built a mansion in the area as a personal summer getaway. During the second half the 19th century, more settlers moved into the area and Silver Spring began to grow. Throughout the 20th century, the town continued to develop. The first high school was built in 1924. A theater came in 1938. A shopping center followed, and by the 1950s, Silver Spring was a bustling retail center.

In the late 1970s, a rail line connected the region to Washington D.C., creating more opportunities for development. The downtown began to decline in the late 20th century but has been bouncing back in the 21st century. Today downtown Silver Spring is known for its festivals, live music, and shopping.

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