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2nd Sphere Coming + Top Chefs + Historic Pharmacy Becomes Butchery: MD Business

National Harbor will become the secnd location in the U.S. to have a Sphere and the first site in the country to host a smaller scale model.

In Maryland business news from the past week, officials said National Harbor will become the second location in the country to have a Sphere, a smaller scale model than the original in Las Vegas.

Other new initiatives on the horizon include the opening of ALO, a wellness lifestyle brand, and Johnnie-O, a Southern California clothing brand for men, women and boys, in Bethesda Row.

John Brown General and Butchery announced it will open at the former Boyd and Fulford Drugs in Bel Air, while the home décor retailer The Kellogg Collection has plans to open in Bethesda.

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Smaller Vegas-Style Sphere Proposed For National Harbor

The first Sphere opened in 2023 in Las Vegas. Leaders are working on creating a second Sphere on a smaller scale in National Harbor.

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5 MD Restaurants, Chefs Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists

Five Maryland restaurants and chefs were named 2026 James Beard semifinalists, an award that recognizes eateries and chefs who create exceptional food, food media content and better food systems

Longtime Pharmacy Building Converted Into Butchery, Cafe

John Brown’s General and Butchery, run by Michelin Chef Robert Brooke Voss, will be opening at the former Boyd and Fulford Drugs site.

ALO, Johnnie-O To Join Sephora In New Bethesda Row Shops

Johnnie-O, a Southern California lifestyle brand for men, women and boys, and wellness lifestyle brand ALO will join the retail mix at Bethesda Row.

The Kellogg Collection To Open In MoCo In Early 2026

The store offers interior design services featuring custom and in-stock upholstery, furniture, rugs and home accessories since 1982. The Bethesda location will be Kellogg’s fifth site.

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