Located in Montgomery County
Living in the Historic District of Kensington
Kensington was established in the early 1890s as a planned Victorian community with a garden suburb vibe, complete with a library, local newspaper, a church and architecturally unique homes. Thanks to B&O passenger trains and streetcar lines, the neighborhood developed into a commuter community where those who worked in Washington, D.C. lived a quieter place without the hustle and bustle that comes with owning a home in the capital. Much of the early identity of the neighborhood remains in the Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Local businesses largely support the economy, and Victorian-style homes are within walking distance of Antique Row, the largest antiquing district in the D.C. area.
Weekends along Antique Row
On Howard Avenue, east of Connecticut Avenue, sits Antique Row, the oldest and largest antiquing district in the D.C. area. Inside brick buildings with stucco awnings and beside railroad tracks lie antique and specialty stores, cafes, restaurants, design centers and bookstores.
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