Photo by Ernest Gosbee
Construction has finally begun on the (further) adaptive reuse of the original 1914 Silver Spring Armory into Hook and Ladder brew pub!
This 1950s photograph (can anyone date this more accurately?) shows the SSVFD #1 company and apparatus lined up in front of of 8131 Georgia Avenue . The armory's original 1914 Gothic Revival facade was replaced in 1932 by the a Colonial Revival facade. The decorative architectural lunettes above the two engine bays were demolished between 1955 and 1956 to create the present three bays.
As always, nice work. One of my earliest memories as a 4 year-old was attending the famous lumber yard fire of 1949. It was a sensation, I still remember the smoke, fire and sirens. Most of all I remember how upset all the adults were. Thanks for bringing back an old memory.
Blair Lee
I love your column! It's so great that you take the time to chronicle the history of Silver Spring. I look forward to learning more about our community each month.
Rachel Maisler