GRAND OPENING

Come Celebrate: Special Strong Opens in Central Maryland

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Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation, 901 West Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21223

Special Strong Central Maryland Grand Opening

Special Strong is opening in Central Maryland, bringing adaptive fitness to children, teens, and adults with adaptive needs. Join owner Jeff Hill at the National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation for a day of hands on adaptive fitness stations, museum tours, community partners, food, and celebration.

"Come experience what it means to be part of a community that celebrates strength, balance, and belonging for every ability."

Know before you go

  • Registration is free and helps us plan for every guest
  • Free parking is available at the museum
  • Main activities take place outdoors under the covered pavilion, with the museum open to explore throughout the event
  • Arrive and check in by 11:00 AM for a chance to ride the train

What To Expect

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Adaptive Fitness Stations

Try four to six interactive stations and see how each activity adapts to different abilities and needs.

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Meet the Team

Talk with Jeff and our trainers about your athlete's goals and the Stronger You Session.

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Museum, Train Ride, and Partners

Tour the museum, ride the train if you check in by 11:00 AM, and meet community partners at their resource tables. Food is served from about 12:00 to 2:00 PM.

Getting There

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Event Details

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Saturday, October 24, 2026

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

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National Museum of Railroad History & Innovation

901 West Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21223

Hosted By

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Jeff Hill and the Special Strong Central Maryland team

Jeff Hill

Owner, Special Strong Central Maryland

Jeff Hill is the owner of Special Strong Central Maryland, serving Northern Anne Arundel County, Eastern Howard County, and Southern Baltimore County with adaptive fitness training for children, teens, and adults with adaptive needs. After more than 40 years leading teams and building communities in construction and affordable housing, Jeff retired to invest directly in people. He leads a team that includes Hector Garcia, a nonprofit leader with more than 20 years of experience serving individuals with adaptive needs, and Abi Hill, a practitioner with nearly a decade of hands on experience in special education and autism care settings.

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