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TOUR HOURS
Fridays & Sunday noon-3:30 pm
(tours depart from the Visitor Center on the quarter hour, 12:15-3:15pm)
Groups of 10 or my by appointment

VISITOR CENTER & OFFICE/STAFF HOURS
Monday – Friday 9am-5pm
Sunday – noon-3:30 pm

Riversdale, an elegant Federal home, was constructed between 1801 and 1807 for Henri Stier, a Flemish aristocrat, and completed by his daughter Rosalie and her husband George Calvert, grandson of the fifth Lord Baltimore. Today, this architectural gem has been restored to reflect the lifestyle of the Calverts in the early 19th century. Archaeology, archival records, and oral histories are used to provide modern-day visitors with a better understanding of 19th century life. Rosalie Calvert's letters are used to piece together the life of a gentry-class woman living in rural Maryland. Adam Francis Plummer, an enslaved man owned by the Calverts, wrote a rare first-person account of slavery. Their stories have been preserved and are retold at Riversdale.

The museum is open to the public for docent-guided tours and for a variety of special events. It may also be rented for weddings, receptions, luncheons, and business meetings. The Riversdale Historical Society, a volunteer organization, works with M-NCPPC staff to preserve the cultural heritage of Riversdale and maintain the mansion as an historic house.

For more information, visit us at www.riversdale.org or http://history.pgparks.com

Address: 4811 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale, MD 20737, USA
Phone: (301) 864-0420
moc.skrapgp@eladsrevir
State: Maryland
Zip Code: 20737


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Reviews
I loved to visit this famous historic mansion in Riverdale, long before the town was renamed Riverdale Park. Apparently the house and plantation surrounding it were and still are called Riversdale and there were over 2,000 acres of land. I am pleased to know that this important suburban Maryland historic house has been renovated and kept up as a museum. I remember fantasizing about living there. I used to walk almost every weekday to elementary school passing in front of Riverdale Mansion.
8 years ago (25-05-2017)
If only the walls could speak. The history is fascinating. Every year when I visit Maryland I always visit this home. It's been fascinating to watch the evolution of the renovations and learn of a new finding. The staff is so knowledgeable and connected to this home and it's history.
9 years ago (30-01-2017)
The house (even just the exterior, if you miss the tours), grounds, and garden are great to wander around. There's a visitor center also with great historic information about the place and programmatic calendars. The staff are also lovely and helpful. A great M-NCPPC park / historic site in Prince George's County.
9 years ago (16-09-2016)
Beautiful old home. I go here for the 12th Night Ball every year, and other events as they occur. Highly recommend visiting the museum and taking the tour.
9 years ago (14-11-2016)
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative. We were delighted with our tour and learning experience..... and Rosalie rocks!!!!
9 years ago (22-10-2016)
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