Wilkins Estate

Wilkins Estate is a property in Rockville that centers on a Classical Revival mansion built in 1916 and designed by the prominent architect John Russell Pope. The building now functions as an office within a larger memorial park that encompasses burial grounds and serves visitors seeking cemetery services.

The property was built in 1916 as a summer residence by Robert Crew Wilkins, an executive with the Wilkins Coffee Company. The estate later passed to his brother John Franklin before eventually transforming into its current role within a larger memorial complex.

The mansion now functions as an office building within Parklawn Memorial Park and Menorah Gardens, which serves the local community since 1951.

The grounds are open to visitors who wish to explore the historical architecture and memorial functions of the property. Be aware of access points and pathways, as the site serves both administrative and cemetery purposes.

The estate was converted into a memorial park with cemetery functions starting in the 1950s, while the original mansion was preserved as an office building. This transformation blends the property's private history with public services for memorial and burial needs.