The Calverts completed Riversdale a sophisticated combination of late Georgian architecture with the model of the Stier family home in Belgium and its interior decoration, for which they imported some architectural elements and furnishings from Europe. The town of Riverdale Park, subdivided from the original property, flourished as a streetcar suburb at the turn of the 20th century and has a historic commercial center and houses representing a range of styles from the 1890s into the early 20th century. The tour will cover mansion and town and their intertwined histories. The tour of the house will include a talk by Susan Pearl, historian, MarylandNational Capital Park and Planning Commission, on the Stier family's renowned collection of European paintings, which were displayed in the house until 1816. Members of the Preservation Association of Riverdale Park will lead a tour of the town.
Space is limited and reservations are required.
Detailed directions will be mailed to participants. Continuing education credits will be available for AIA members.