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Unusual Attractions in Cabin John

Cabin John, Maryland

USDA Rammed Earth House

This suburban house is made of dirt, and almost sparked a revolution in home construction.

Cabin John, Maryland

Union Arch Bridge

The bridge's highly-contested plaque (once again) honors Confederate President Jefferson Davis.

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Magruder's Blacksmith Shop

One of the oldest standing structures in Montgomery County, Maryland.

1 mile from Cabin John

Bethesda, Maryland

Glen Echo Amusement Park

Once home to seven different roller coasters, Glen Echo has undergone many transformations since its founding in 1891.

1 mile from Cabin John

Bethesda, Maryland

Congressional Country Club

Proto-CIA agents trained with grenades in the sand traps and fired machine guns from the fairways.

1 mile from Cabin John

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CIA Museum

A secretive collection featuring objects that were designed specifically for U.S. intelligence operations.

1 mile from Cabin John

Bethesda, Maryland

Naval Surface Warfare Center

This massive swimming pool is the high tech home to the human-powered submarine races.

1 mile from Cabin John

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