Historical Society of
Mount Airy, Maryland, Inc.
How Can I Help?
There are several ways you can help, with more to come:
1. Donate now to the Historical Society directly, through Venmo (see QR code below), or in the Museum to preserve this centerpiece of our Historic District.
2. Come to the Mount Airy Museum and purchase a Flat Iron t-shirt or candle.
3. STAY INFORMED! Check back on this site and on our Facebook page for information on fundraising and other efforts to save this iconic building. Since August of 2022, our fundraisers have earned over $17,000! We are well on our way to saving this important part of Mt. Airy history!
4. Stay tuned for more restaurant fundraisers and individual appeals. More to come soon.
Fundraising accomplishments as of May 2025:
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May 2025 - $248,000 in funding secured by Carroll County Delegation
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In May 2024, the Town was awarded a $150,000 Strategic Demolition Grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development.
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In December 2024, the mayor reported that the Dept. of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has awarded the town a grant in the amount of $150,000 to go toward the renovation of the Flat Iron building.
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On December 4th, 2024 the Historical Society provided the Town of Mount Airy with a check for $10,000 pledged towards the Flat Iron project. An additional $12,000 was fundraised by the Historical Society as well for the Flat Iron Building.
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$10,000 grant from Preservation Maryland was awarded 16, 2023