The Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies of Montgomery History presents this online exhibition exploring the housing boom that altered the face of the county, as well as the nation, during this pivotal decade. The exhibit provides a comprehensive overview of the 1950s architecture, neighborhoods, and builders accompanied by dozens of images and photographs. Whether you are motivated by nostalgia or are just curious about the county’s built environment, you will enjoy perusing this exhibit at your leisure.
Opened May 11, 2020; updated May, 2021
Curated by Bob Bachman, Chair, Mary Kay Harper Center for Suburban Studies