In the Roots of Modern Bethesda Part I\, B ethesda Historical Society Secretary and Tour Chair Hank Levine took us th rough how\, between 1750 and 1920\, geography and advances in transportati on set the stage for the development of modern Bethesda. In this presentat ion\, we will hear the story of how in the century after the end of World War I Bethesda became the affluent suburb and urban center we know and (mo stly) love today. Join us as we explore how the rise of the automobile bro ught new neighborhoods and a growing central business district\; how the z oning and planning &lsquo\;wars&rsquo\; of the 1960&rsquo\;s to 1990&rsquo \;s shaped our community\; and how Metro jump-started the growth of a town into a city.
\nHank will be joined by longtime Bethesda resident an d former US Representative Connie Morella for her unique perspective on Be thesda's growth. \;
\nFree and open to the public. Co-sponsored by BHS\, Connie Morella Library and B ethesda Metro Area Village. BMAV is a volunteer organization providing services and community support to allow people to remain in their homes a s they age.
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