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Gaithersburg, Maryland

Located in Montgomery County, Maryland, Gaithersburg was established in 1802. NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) has a major campus here. Part of Maryland's I-270 biotech corridor.
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Founded 1802 | Population 70,000 | Peak 70,000 (2024) | County Montgomery County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Gaithersburg, Maryland

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1802 Founded: Named for Benjamin Gaither.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Gaithersburg's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Gaithersburg's identity and economy.
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1966 NIST Campus: National Institute of Standards and Technology.
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2000 Biotech Hub: Life sciences corridor.
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Latest News in Gaithersburg

May 11, 2016
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Complete Historical Timeline

1802 Culture
Founded
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence
1966 Science
NIST Campus
2000 Business
Biotech Hub

Did You Know?

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NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) has a major campus here.
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Part of Maryland's I-270 biotech corridor.
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One of the most diverse cities in America.
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Gaithersburg is located in Montgomery County, Maryland.
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Gaithersburg was founded in 1802.

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