Silver Spring | Marijuana Travel Guide

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The oldest part of Silver Springs, Woodside, traces its history as far back as 1840, when the Blair family constructed the first buildings in the area, seeking a summertime escape from the heat and humidity of D.C. The Woodside United Methodist Church is the town’s oldest, dating to 1872 – although it is no longer on its original site, as the entire building was moved across the street by horses on rollers 20 years later to avoid the railroads. Woodside has many historic sites and centers for those who appreciate the city, state, and nation’s past.

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Like many modest-sized cities, the downtown area of Silver Springs is where most of the action takes place. Most of the city’s museums, music sites, and theaters are in this neighborhood, along with most upscale restaurants. Since the downtown touches the edges of Washington D.C. proper, you can hop over the city lines to pick up recreational cannabis – so long as you consume it on that side of the state line too.

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The site of the famous park where the city founders discovered a spring (now gone dry), Acorn Park, is small but memorable. Since it draws tourists, it has lots of quick places to eat and shop; while some are worth the effort, some others are not much better than fast food or trinket shops you can find anywhere else in greater D.C.

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Visiting the foothills of Maryland is a four-season activity. Whether you want to watch the changing leaves in autumn, the frozen waterfalls in winter, the new flowers in spring, or the living forest in summer, Wheaton Park is a place to visit any time of the year. The Visitor’s Center features wildlife samples, activities for kids, and colorful gardens. A miniature train allows you to enjoy a ride about the sights in style.

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A theater built in the 1950s style, the Silver Theatre shows classic movies from each era. It has just three screens, but you’re sure to be able to find something worth watching on them. Plan to visit on the anniversary of your favorite movie if you can, as the theater celebrates milestones with screenings. Film festivals also take place on-site, allowing fans to take in a lot of new movies. Aside from the films, the Silver Theatre is also a cultural center with performances by community bands and shows.

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If you’ve grown tired of history museums throughout greater D.C., give your brain a new angle to learn at the National Museum of Health and Medicine. Featuring interactive exhibits about everything from rare diseases to the body’s metabolic functions, the Museum helps you better understand what we are as living creatures and what innovations we’ve developed to fight off the many ailments that affect us.

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Part of a larger chain of medicinal marijuana dispensaries, RISE in Silver Spring has all the typical cannabis products you would hope to buy at a dispensary, from pre-rolls to lose leaf to edibles. Home to a prized library of different strains, including pure CBD strains for medicinal customers. If you prefer your marijuana to be eco-conscious, you’ll appreciate RISE’s lineup of aquaponic-grown cannabis, which uses no pesticides or additional chemicals.

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Advertising itself as the only family-owned dispensary in Silver Spring, HerbaFi features many services you may not be able to get at larger chain stores. There’s free delivery, curbside pickup, and a doctor registry service so you can get placed with a physician for a diagnosis and a medical identity card. With an extensive loyalty program, HerbaFi is an excellent choice if you know anyone in the area who plans to return soon.

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As you can tell from the name, Greenlight Therapeutics is a dispensary whose products prioritize wellness instead of having a good time. Their company policies indicate that customers aren’t just there for a brief stay but a more extended, healthier lifestyle. On top of all the standard products, such as CBD gummies or raw hemp, Greenlight interacts with the broader community, organizing many aids and relief operations that help the Silver Spring neighborhood improve its collective well-being.

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ArtSoul founder Solomon Asfaw built this gallery around a cultural group you don’t often hear about Ethiopians, who measure as much as 40% of the total population in some neighborhoods of Silver Spring. His ArtSoul gallery draws inspiration from Ethiopian art and culture, making it a unique artistic experience for mainstream galleries.

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Downtown Silver Spring combines a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere with an eclectic mix of dining, shopping, and entertainment, for everyone! Anchored by Whole Foods, Regal Majestic Theater, and restaurants including The Eleanor, Nando’s Peri Peri, Potbelly, Copper Canyon Grill, and Matchbox, Downtown Silver Spring is in a class by itself. Enjoy retailers such as include H&M, LOFT, Ulta, and more. Guests can even enjoy year-round activities, including concerts, arts & craft fairs, and cultural festivals.

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The largest and most popular stage venue in town, the Fillmore is a fantastic site to see local bands. With multiple bars serving all manner of drinks, cocktails, and appetizers, locals consider the Fillmore the best place for bands, live music, or other events.

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Since greater D.C. is just a few miles from the Chesapeake Bay and some of the world’s most productive fishing waters, there are many great seafood options in and around the capital. Crisfield is a high-end seafood restaurant where menu choices include lobster, oysters, old-fashioned fish and chips, and the catch of the day.

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Silver Spring is nowhere near New York City in size or culture, but Parkway Deli is a small slice of traditional New York Jewish delis. It includes all your favorites from a traditional deli: Reubens on rye, knishes, and potato salad. It’s a popular lunch place, so make reservations if you intend to drop in for a quick sandwich.

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One of many Ethiopian restaurants in the city, Abyssinia (so named for Ethiopia’s ancient history), is considered the best. Diners get to eat multiple courses on a single piece of giant flatbread, which is torn off and consumed along with the entrees themselves. Visitors who have never tried Ethiopian food may find the lack of silverware a bit odd but will be more than happy with meal options like lamb and sambusa pastries.