Since 1964, when the Belmont estate was acquired by the Smithsonian Institution and re-cast as a conference center, Belmont has served two important, if parallel, roles in the Howard County community: first, it has offered a unique glimpse into Maryland’s rich architectural history; and second, it has served as an educational and cultural center for the community—helping to enrich the professional and personal growth of citizens through conferences and special events.

Today, Belmont’s dual roles are fully intertwined. Historic Belmont serves as an attraction for citizens throughout central Maryland, while the educational and cultural center that Belmont has become helps to ensure the continued preservation of Belmont.

Howard Community College (HCC) is committed to sustaining and enhancing both of Belmont’s legacies along with offering academic courses that are best suited to build on Belmont’s strengths.