PNP 4th Annual Freedom Day Ride through History in Prince George's County

🚴🏾‍♀️ Push’n Pedals 4th Annual Juneteenth Ride
“Pedaling through History in Prince George’s County”

📍 Meet-Up Location:
Vista Gardens Marketplace
10251 Martin Luther King Jr. Hwy, Bowie, MD 20720
🚗 Park Between Habit Burger and Home Depot

🕢 Meet: 7:30 AM
🚴‍♂️ Push: 8:00 AM
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🔁 Ride Details
• Distance: 27.7 miles
• Pace: Moderate (15–17 MPH between stops)
• Experience Level: Not a beginner ride
• Stops: 5–10 min historical site stops (guest speakers if available)
• Support: 🚫 No SAG support
🔗 Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51101236
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📜 Historical Sites We’ll Visit

🟢 Lincoln Vista Community
Founded in 1908 by Black professionals from Howard University as a rural retreat. (We will try to have a greeting from one of the original families.)

🟢 Dorsey Chapel Historic Site
Built in 1900, this chapel served as the social and spiritual hub for the Brookland African American farming community.

🟢 Blacksox Park
Once home to the Mitchellville Tigers and Washington Blacksox. Hosted the professional Negro League team, the Homestead Grays.

🟢 Northampton Slave Quarters (Lake Arbor)
Historic home site of the Smith/Hawkins family, one of the earliest documented African American families in Maryland.

Fellowship at Tropical Smoothie Cafe Immediately Following The Ride

Disclaimer: Participation in any rides or events organized by this group is open to all; however, Push N' Pedals assumes no liability for any incidents that may occur. This includes, but is not limited to, damage to bicycles or personal property, bodily injuries, or any other risks associated with participation. By joining, you acknowledge and accept all risks involved.

- PNP Events Committee -