Oakley Cabin African American Museum & Park

Nestled in Olney, Maryland, Oakley Cabin African American Museum & Park offers a poignant glimpse into post-emancipation life. This historic site, centered around a preserved 19th-century cabin, was once the heart of a thriving African American roadside community. Visitors can explore the cabin, now a living museum with authentic artifacts, during special programming days from April to October. The surrounding park, open year-round, invites reflection on the area's rich cultural heritage. This rare surviving example of tenant housing provides an intimate look at the daily lives, traditions, and resilience of African Americans in Montgomery County from the late 1800s well into the 20th century.