Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD

Tarmac Tour
2026-05-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Explore the College Park Airport up close! Enjoy a tour of the airport’s tarmac while learning about the many “firsts” that happened on the airfield and how the airport is used today. This tour lasts about one-hour, takes place outdoors, and requires visitors to traverse paved asphalt, grass, and slightly uneven gravel. Participants must be at least 12 years old. Registration required by April 1, 2026

Souls Seeking Freedom Walking Tour: The Untold Story of Enslavement and Resistance at Montpelier
2026-05-09 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-05-23 14:00 - 15:00
Health and wellness, fostering community engagement, building trust, and learning diverse perspectives and inclusive history.

Mother's Day Tours
2026-05-10
Celebrate mom with an afternoon filled with history. Learn about the history of the mothers and mother figures who lived and worked at this former plantation, from the house’s construction in 1801 through Emancipation in 1864. Visitors will engage in facilitated dialogue with tour guides while being led through rooms of the historic house and dependency buildings.

All mothers will receive FREE admission.

This event has two sessions: 12 noon-1 pm & 2-3 pm

Hidden Spaces Tour
2026-05-10 15:30 - 17:00
Learning about architecture and history, active engagement, walking, and staying fit.

Senior Lunch Bunch Tours
2026-05-13 11:30 - 12:30
Board a pontoon boat for a quiet cruise along one of Prince George’s County’s beautiful rivers. Seniors are invited to bring their lunch and enjoy a scenic, relaxing tour along the Anacostia River.

Evening Kayak Tour
2026-05-13 18:00 - 19:30
Go paddling with a park guide on a moderate‑pace interpretive tour of the Anacostia River, choosing either a kayak or canoe, with all equipment (life jackets, paddles, and boats) provided and tandem kayaks available. Participants ages 11–15 must be accompanied by a registered adult, must stay with the group, and should dress for the weather and bring (or rent) a dry bag for keys and phones.

She's Outdoors: Boat Tour
2026-05-17 14:00 - 15:00
Board a pontoon boat for a quiet cruise along one of Prince George’s County’s beautiful rivers. As part of the She’s Outdoors series, a program created specifically for women, participants can enjoy growing in community and outdoor fun.

Live Jazz Boat Tour
2026-05-22 18:45 - 20:00
Glide down the river for an evening of unforgettable music as a live jazz saxophonist fills the air with smooth melodies while you enjoy light refreshments and the calm, scenic atmosphere of nature. Back by popular demand, this event has limited seating, and participants must have a Parks Direct account to register.

Black Birders Week: Kickoff Talk & Tour
2026-05-23 08:00 - 09:30
As part of the Black Birders Week series celebrating and uplifting Black birders, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts, participants will join a park naturalist for a discussion on the history and significance of the movement. The presentation is followed by a bird‑themed pontoon boat tour along the Anacostia River. All attendees must register.

From Wright "B" to F-4 Phantom II: Fighter Combat in Vietnam Living History Tour
2026-05-23 11:00 - 11:45
Experience the thrill of being a combat pilot and walk in the footsteps of those who flew from 1909 to 1970. Led by a military historian clad in authentic, Vietnam War-era flight gear, discover the stories of the people and events that led from College Park Airport to Southeast Asia, from the early age of flight to the age of jet propulsion. In the face of challenges, learn about the evolution of flight, and the people who were involved. Explore how the Tuskegee Experience opened the doors to a desegregated military, which led to integrated skies. Registration required. Includes museum admission.

Memorial Day Tours
2026-05-24
Join us for a Memorial Day tour as we interpret the history of the people who lived and worked at this former plantation, from the house’s construction in 1801 through Emancipation in 1864. Visitors engage in facilitated dialogue with tour guides while being led through rooms of the historic house and dependency buildings.

Black Birders Week: Evening Kayak Tour
2026-05-27 18:00 - 19:30
Explore the natural beauty and cultural history of the Anacostia River on a moderate‑pace, guided kayak trip offered as part of the Black Birders Week series, which highlights and uplifts Black birders, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts. Paddle with a park guide to view birds and river scenery while staying with the group. Life jackets, paddles, and single or tandem kayaks are provided. Please dress for the weather. All attendees must register.

May Family Farm Tour
2026-05-29 13:00 - 14:00
Take a guided tour of Old Maryland Farm and get up close with the animals! Learn about daily farm life and enjoy exclusive access to behind-the-scenes areas.

Black Birders Week: Beaks, Feet, & Feathers Boat Tour
2026-05-30 14:00 - 15:00
As part of Black Birders Week, this event celebrates and uplifts Black birders, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts. Join a naturalist aboard the park pontoon boat to explore the birdlife of the Anacostia River while cruising downstream. All attendees must register.

Father's Day Tours
2026-06-21 08:00 - 17:00
Celebrate dad with an afternoon filled with history. Learn about the history of the fathers and father figures who lived and worked at this former plantation, from the house’s construction in 1801 through Emancipation in 1864. Visitors will engage in facilitated dialogue with tour guides while being led through rooms of the historic house and dependency buildings.

All fathers will receive free admission.

This event has two sessions: 12 noon-1 pm and 2-3 pm

Airmail Tour
2026-08-01 11:00 - 11:45
Step back into 1918 and discover the dawn of airmail at College Park Airport! Explore the pioneering pilots, bold flights, and groundbreaking innovations that revolutionized communication in the United States. Dive into remarkable stories and artifacts from the museum’s collection that bring early airmail history to life. FREE! No registration required.
