Welcome to Glen Echo!

Since 1904, Glen Echo has been an incorporated town situated above the Potomac River in Maryland’s Montgomery County. People are often drawn to our town’s close knit, unique community. We are adjacent to Glen Echo Park, convenient to the walking and biking paths on the C&O canal and next to the historic Clara Barton House. Please explore our website as a visitor to the area or as a resident.
Upcoming Events:
Event Squad Meeting: Wednesday, October 21st at 7:30pm (virtual only – please contact Town Hall for Teams link)
Halloween Pizza Party: Saturday, October 31st from 5-6pm at Town Hall
Town Council Meeting: Monday, November 9th at 7:30pm (hybrid meeting – please contact Town Hall for Teams link)
Composting Pilot Program: Residents may sign up at any time throughout the year. For more information on the program: Town Composting Information and to sign up, please visit: www.compostcrew.com. We hope you will join the Town in this exciting new initiative!


Glen Echo Park in the Snow
photo by M. Stiglitz