A Celebration Of Life Willistine Octavia Prather October 3, 1938 - December 13, 2025 A TIME TO LOVE Willistine Octavia Prather (Fat) was the comedy central of the community and everywhere she went. She grew up with a sharp and funny personality filling those around her with laughter and uncertainty you will never forget. A TIME TO LAUGH With a joyful spirit, a loving heart and a gift to make everyone laugh, her words became unforgettable, her laugh became infectious and for a

Gaithersburg, MD – Prathertown Community Development Corporation (PCDC) is proud to announce that it has received a generous grant from the Truist Foundation to support its new workforce development program, Project Management in Prathertown (PMP) . This initiative is designed to empower high school students and early-career community members with essential project management skills , preparing them for success in a rapidly evolving job market. Project Management in Prather

Silver Spring, MD — The Montgomery County Students Information Technology Foundation, Inc. (MCSITF) and the Network Operations students will host their annual Computer Lab Gifting Ceremony on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at the Thomas Edison High School of Technology (12501 Dalewood Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906). This year’s computer lab donation will go to the Prathertown Community Development Corporation (Prathertown CDC), a nonprofit agency dedicated to supp

On this day in 1883 Prathertown was founded by Moses, Marshall, Rezin, john alongside his wife Annie Prather. On Sunday, September 21,...

Did you know that Prathertown Community Development Corporation is Green Business Certified? Founded in 1883 by enslaved people,...

Montgomery County, Maryland Recognizes Prathertown Community Development Corporation as a Village. We’re proud to share exciting news:...

Prathertown proudly announces a huge turnout for Heritage Day. This lively celebration honored the rich cultural tapestry and resilience...

The highly anticipated online auction is officially live, and the bidding has commenced. This event features a variety of unique items...

We’re thrilled to announce the public launch of The Prathertown Collection, a remarkable archival project celebrating the legacy of one...

In a timely celebration of local history and preservation, the Prather Family Bible, dating back to 1883, has been officially digitized....

Join us for Prathertown Community Cleanup and help make our community cleaner by volunteering to pick up litter and beautify our...

What's the connection between former United States President Jimmy Carter and historic Prathertown, Maryland? Peace in Historic...

Born and raised in historic Prathertown, Maryland, a neighborhood founded in September 1883 by emancipated persons (his ancestors) Carl...

This Thanksgiving we are extra thankful for the amazing leadership of County Executive Marc Elrich, Historian Jamie Ferguson,...

November 1, 2024 - Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Montgomery County, Maryland County Executive Marc Elrich proclaim September 21 to 28...

On September 21st, Prathertown celebrated its 141st Birthday.

Prathertown Community Development Corporation kicks off its 2nd year of hosting service members of The Maryland Department of Service and...

Summer RISE (Reimagining an Innovative Student Experience) is an initiative led by the Montgomery County Public Schools’ (MCPS)...

CDO Carl Prather with brother Vernon Prather. April 2024 - Brothers Carl and Vernon Prather showcase positive images of active aging as...