Martin's Additions, Maryland
Martin's Additions is a village of 1,012 people in Montgomery County, Maryland, founded in 1916.
Why visit Martin's Additions
Townapedia lists 74 museums and landmarks, 56 parks and trails, 102 places to eat, 7 places to stay and 12 attractions in and around town.
Highlights include Round House Theatre, Landmark Theatres, Avalon Theatre and Bethesda Theatre.
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 88°F; January lows average 26°F.
Weather in Martin's Additions
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About Martin's Additions
Martin's Additions is a village in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It was established as a Special Tax District in 1916 and incorporated as a village in 1985. The population was 946 at the 2020 Census.
From the Wikipedia article Martin's Additions, Maryland (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Things to do12
AFI Silver Theatre
Cinema and theater · 2.6 mi
Movie theater in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
American University
School · 3.1 mi
Private liberal arts and research-based university in Washington, D.C., USA
Boulder Bridge
Bridge · 2.5 mi
Historic bridge in Washington, D.C., United States
Carter Barron Amphitheatre
Cinema and theater · 2.5 mi
Concert venue in Washington, D.C., United States of America
Harold and Sylvia Greenberg Theatre
Cinema and theater · 2.5 mi
Theatre in Washington, D.C.
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
School · 1.8 mi
Health science university of the United States federal government
University of the District of Columbia
School · 2.5 mi
Public university in Washington, D.C.
Museums and landmarks74
Avalon Theatre
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 1.0 mi
Movie theater in Washington, D. C.
5612 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Bethesda Theatre
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 1.5 mi
Movie theater and theater in Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Battleground National Cemetery
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.4 mi
American Civil War burial ground of Union Army soldiers in Washington, D.C., US
Bethesda Meeting House
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.6 mi
Historic Presbyterian church complex located in Bethesda, Maryland, United states
Boulder Bridge and Ross Drive Bridge
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.5 mi
Bridges in Washington, D.C.
Cady-Lee
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.7 mi
Historic house in Washington, D.C., United States
Capital Traction Company Car Barn
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 3.0 mi
Tram shed in Washington, D.C.
Chevy Chase Arcade
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 1.1 mi
Historic structure in Washington, D.C., United States
Cleveland Park
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 3.0 mi
Neighborhood in Washington D.C.
Cloverdale
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.8 mi
Historic house in Washington, D.C., United States
Convent de Bon Secours
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.2 mi
Building in Washington, D.C., United States of America
Coolidge Senior High School
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.8 mi
Public high school in Washington, District of Columbia, United States
62 more on the map.
Parks, trails and playgrounds56
Rock Creek Park
Park · National Register of Historic Places · 2.2 mi
Urban park in Washington, D.C.
Chevy Chase Circle
Park · 0.9 mi
Traffic circle and park on the Washington, D.C. – Maryland border
Acorn Park
Park · 2.3 mi
City park featuring a unique, acorn-shaped gazebo surrounded by tree-topped walkways in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
Fort Reno Park
Park · 1.9 mi
Park that contains the highest natural point in Washington, D.C., United States
44 more on the map.
Restaurants and cafes102
Aventino Cucina Romana
Restaurant · Italian · 1.4 mi
4747 Bethesda Avenue, Bethesda
Tu-Th 11:30-14:30, 17:00-21:00; Fr 11:30-14:30, 17:00-22:00; Sa...
Clyde's
Diner · American · 1.5 mi
5441 Wisconsin Avenue, Chevy Chase
Mo-Th 11:00-24:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-01:00; Su 11:00-24:00
Dok Khao
Restaurant · Thai · 1.2 mi
8551 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase
Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00; Su-Th 11:00-22:00
Little Beast
Restaurant · Pizza · 1.1 mi
5600 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington
Su-Th 17:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 17:00-00:00
Mamma Lucia
Restaurant · Italian, Pizza · 1.1 mi
5504 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Su-Th 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00
Opal
Restaurant · Seafood · 1.1 mi
5534 Connecticut Avenue Northwest
Mo-Th 12:00-15:00,17:00-21:30; Fr 12:00-15:00,17:00-22:30; Sa...
PLANTA
Diner · American · 1.5 mi
4910 Elm Street, Bethesda
Mo-Th 11:30-21:30; Fr 11:30-22:00; Sa 11:00-22:00; Su 11:00-21:30
World of Beer
Bar and pub · American, Bar And Grill · 1.3 mi
7200 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda
Su-Th 11:30-23:00,Fr-Sa 11:30-00:00
ZAO Stamina Ramen
Restaurant · Japanese · 1.3 mi
7345 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda
Mo,We-Su 12:00-20:45, Tu off
Elena James
Restaurant · 1.2 mi
8551 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase
Mo off; Tu-Th 16:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 16:00-22:00; Su 09:00-15:00,16:00-21:00
90 more on the map.
History
In 1896, Harry M. Martin began buying land from the Chevy Chase Land Company and others and called his holdings "Martin's Additions to Chevy Chase".
In 1916, the area was incorporated as the special tax district of Martin's First, Second, Third and Fourth Additions to the Village of Chevy Chase.
In February 1985, the residents voted in a referendum on whether to incorporate as a town. The vote was 198 to 15 in favor of incorporation. Following approval of Montgomery County and the U.S. state of Maryland, the special tax district was incorporated as a municipality called the Village of Martin's Additions on March 19, 1985. The first elected village council members were Michael E. Zielinski, Edward C. Holland, Lucy Foa, Karen McManus, and Paul S. Weller.
Before the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, racial covenants were used in Martin's Additions to exclude African-Americans. For example, a 1905 deed for a property owned by Harry M. Martin in H.M. Martin's 3rd Addition says, "That the property hereby conveyed, either before or after improvements are made, cannot be rented, sold, leased or otherwise placed in possession of a colored man or one of the African race."
From the History section of Martin's Additions, Maryland on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to stay7
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Motel and hotel · 1.5 mi
4300 Military Road Northwest, Washington
Hilton Garden Inn - Washington, D.C./ Bethesda
Motel and hotel · 1.2 mi
7301 Waverly Street, Bethesda
Churches and places of worship17
Christian Science Society, Chevy Chase
Church · Christ Scientist · 0.8 mi
7901 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase
Shopping15
Chevy Chase Pavilion
Shopping center · 1.5 mi
5335 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington
Gas and EV charging7
Schools, colleges and libraries56
Saint John's College High School
School · Roman Catholic · 1.4 mi
2607 Military Road Northwest, Washington
Healthcare9
Passport Health Chevy Chase Travel Clinic
Clinic and pharmacy · 1.5 mi
5480 Wisconsin Avenue, Chevy Chase
Map of Martin's Additions
250 places. The map loads OpenStreetMap tiles when you open it.
Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43°F | 26°F | 3.3 in | 2.9 in |
| Feb | 46°F | 27°F | 3.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Mar | 55°F | 34°F | 4.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Apr | 68°F | 44°F | 3.5 in | 0.0 in |
| May | 76°F | 54°F | 4.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Jun | 84°F | 63°F | 4.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Jul | 88°F | 68°F | 5.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Aug | 86°F | 66°F | 4.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Sep | 79°F | 59°F | 4.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Oct | 68°F | 47°F | 4.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Nov | 56°F | 36°F | 3.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Dec | 47°F | 30°F | 3.8 in | 0.8 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Dalecarlia Rsvr (4 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
Montgomery County has had 15 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for hurricanes.
- 2026-01-24: Severe Winter Storm (Winter Storm)
- 2020-03-26: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
- 2020-03-13: Covid-19 (Biological)
- 2016-03-04: Severe Winter Storm And Snowstorm (Snowstorm)
- 2012-11-20: Hurricane Sandy (Hurricane)
- 2012-10-28: Hurricane Sandy (Hurricane)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
College Park Airport (CGS) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 8 miles away.
- Chevy Chase 1 mi west, about 1 min by car
- Chevy Chase Village 1 mi southwest, about 1 min by car
- Chevy Chase 1 mi north, about 2 min by car
- Friendship Heights Village 2 mi southwest, about 3 min by car
- Bethesda 3 mi west, about 4 min by car
- Silver Spring 3 mi northeast, about 5 min by car
- Forest Glen 3 mi northeast, about 5 min by car
- Chevy Chase View 3 mi north, about 5 min by car
- Kensington 3 mi north, about 5 min by car
- Takoma Park 4 mi east, about 6 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): elevation, founding date, time zone, website, landmarks and historic places
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- 2019-06-12 12 17 13 View east along Turner Lane entering Martin's Additions, Montgomery County, Maryland, Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- 2019-06-12 11 58 25 View east along Taylor Street entering Martin's Additions, Montgomery County, Maryland, Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- 2019-06-12 11 57 06 View west along Taylor Street at Summit Avenue in Martin's Additions, Montgomery County, Maryland, Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- 2019-06-12 11 56 44 View north along Summit Avenue at Taylor Street in Martin's Additions, Montgomery County, Maryland, Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- 2019-06-12 11 54 16 View south along Summit Avenue entering Martin's Additions, Montgomery County, Maryland, Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Chevy Chase Theater, AgnosticPreachersKid, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Bethesda Theater, Bethesda, MD, Daniel Case, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Takoma Park hd, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- George M. Lightfoot House, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Sedgwick-gardens, Bekka5280, CC BY 3.0
- R & LM Stone House DC, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- SS B&O Station 2, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Convent de Bon Secours, AgnosticPreachersKid, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Battleground Cemetery, D Monack at English Wikipedia, Public domain
- Wilson-high-dc, Slowking4, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Pierce-Klingle Mansion, Albert S. Burns, HABS Photographer, Public domain
- Lowell School DC, Kesasummers, Public domain
- Eldbrooke UM Church DC, Smallbones, CC0
- Samuel and Harriet Burrows House, DC, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Theodore Roosevelt High School, 13th St. in upper NW, Washington, D.C., Carol M. Highsmith, Public domain
- Dumblane, DC, AgnosticPreachersKid, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Barrows-house-dc-river-road, Slowking4, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Bethesda Meetinghouse, Bethesda, MD, Daniel Case, CC BY-SA 3.0
- 1800 block of California Street, NW, AgnosticPreachersKid, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Walter Reed Army Hospital, Washington, D.C., prior to its closing in 2011, Highsmith, Carol M., 1946-, photographer, Public domain
- Engine Co 22 DC, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Wm Slayton House DC, Smallbones, CC0
- National-Park-Seminary-May-Day-1907, Leet Brothers (Washington, D.C.), Public domain
- Takoma HD, DC, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Chevy Chase Arcade, AgnosticPreachersKid, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Sidwell Friends School, APK i kissed a girl and i didn't like it, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Jesse Reno School DC, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- 12-07-12-Washington National Cathedral-RalfR-N3S 5678-5694, Ralf Roletschek, GFDL 1.2
- Moreland, Bethesda 1, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Capital Traction Company Car Barn, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Mihran Mesrobian House 02, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Fort View Apartments DC, Farragutful, CC BY-SA 3.0
- 2019-06-12 12 19 34 View north along Maryland State Route 186 (Brookville Road) between Shepherd Street and Turner Lane in Chevy Chase Section Three, Montgomery County, Maryland, Famartin, CC BY-SA 4.0
- 2006 11 02 - 186@CummingsLa - WfE, Andrew Bossi, CC BY-SA 2.5
- Chevy Chase Local Park Chevy Chase MD 20210424 100338 1, G. Edward Johnson, CC BY 4.0
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