Founded in 1890, the City of Takoma Park is approximately 2.4 square miles that sits on the east side of Montgomery county and is bounded by Silver Spring, Prince George’s County and Washington D.C. Home to approximately 17,000 residents, Takoma Park is known for a variety of cultural events, most notable of which is the Takoma Park Folk Festival, which attracts an audience from across the Mid-Atlantic region. The City of Takoma Park is governed by its Mayor and Council.