Edmonston Historical Panels

Stories to Remember Celebrating 100 years of Edmonston History

This public art project features nine illustrated panels that tell the story of Edmonston, Maryland—highlighting its history, environment, leadership, and community values. Together, the panels celebrate the town’s resilience, diversity, and deep connection to place, inviting residents and visitors to reflect on Edmonston’s past while looking toward its future.

Meet the Artist

Rose Jaffe

Rose Jaffe is an interdisciplinary artist working across printmaking, sculpture, painting, and illustration. She has created over 50 murals nationally and internationally, including more than 40 throughout the DC metro area.

Her work centers on community, nature, and storytelling, brought to life through vibrant, layered compositions. Rose’s practice is rooted in connection—using color, form, and narrative to reflect shared experiences and collective care.

She has been featured in publications including The Washington Post, City Paper, CNN, and NBC, among others. Rose is dedicated to the power of art to spark joy, build community, and inspire meaningful social change.

“Edmonston History Panels highlight ten elements of the town’s rich history through colorful panels and storytelling. As a PG county resident myself, this project was especially meaningful to me to have the opportunity to bring these artworks to life. Learning about the collective resilience, diversity, and dedication to the environment made me proud to be part of the town’s present and future!” – Rose Jaffe

Headshot picture of local artist Rose Jaffe
Illustrated panel showing the Anacostia River ecosystem with birds flying near a full moon above lotus leaves, flowers, fish, a turtle, a frog, and a dragonfly, highlighting the diversity of wildlife in the watershed.
Colorful commemorative illustration for Edmonston’s centennial featuring a map of Maryland, a historic celebration program, a vintage fire truck, and a large “100” emblem symbolizing the town’s 100-year anniversary.
Colorful commemorative illustration for Edmonston’s centennial featuring a map of Maryland, a historic celebration program, a vintage fire truck, and a large “100” emblem symbolizing the town’s 100-year anniversary.
Educational panel about flooding showing raindrops, a historic flood scene, stormwater infrastructure diagrams, and rain gardens, explaining how Edmonston addresses flooding and manages stormwater.
Illustration of historic residential architecture in Edmonston, including early 20th-century houses, birds on branches, neighborhood streets, and text describing the town’s architectural history and growth.
Symbolic illustration showing flowers shaped like a world map growing from shared roots, representing the diversity, interconnectedness, and multicultural community of Edmonston.
Panel depicting Edmonston’s automotive history with early automobiles, a streetcar, factory scenes, and labeled vintage cars, illustrating the town’s role in early car manufacturing.
Tribute panel showing the American flag, a dove with an olive branch, a military aircraft silhouette, memorial scenes, and historic illustrations honoring veterans and community service.
Illustrated timeline-style panel featuring portraits of past mayors with a river and trees in the background, highlighting leadership milestones and civic progress in Edmonston’s history.

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