PUBLICATIONS FROM THE TRUST

First Edition coffee table style book featuring 140  articles written by Patricia Schooley and published in the Hagerstown Herald-Mail. The articles describe the county's history as seen through some of its surviving buildings as they evolved. Special emphasis is placed on the early architectural features. Architectural & Historic Treasures of Washington County, Maryland features 140 articles, including references to original land patents, early settlers, and their families, and the establishment of towns throughout the County. In addition, this book includes over 500 photographs, plus 64 pages of color photos, maps showing each location, and an extensive glossary and index. 

First Edition coffee table style book featuring 140  articles written by Patricia Schooley and published in the Hagerstown Herald-Mail. The articles describe the county's history as seen through some of its surviving buildings as they evolved. Special emphasis is placed on the early architectural features. Architectural & Historic Treasures of Washington County, Maryland features 140 articles, including references to original land patents, early settlers, and their families, and the establishment of towns throughout the County. In addition, this book includes over 500 photographs, plus 64 pages of color photos, maps showing each location, and an extensive glossary and index. 

We are very excited to announce The Architectural & Historic Treasures of Washington County, Md. Volume II is currently in production and expected to be available in the fall of 2026.  Treasures II will feature another 110 fascinating articles – making a total of 250 articles, just in time for the 250th celebration.

Pre-order forms are being prepared with special prices for members of the Trust (give this consideration). We will keep you posted!