In 1976, the state's Maryland Bicentennial Commission proclaimed the oak a Maryland Bicentennial Tree because it "stood its ground, survived the American Revolution, and continues to serve an appreciative nation.

Local government and civic groups discussed with the park service ways to honor the Linden Oak's place in the community history.

[7][citation needed] They decided that the tree's lower trunk would remain onsite as a memorial after its removal, and a portion of the tree's wood would be made into a sculpture by a local chainsaw artist.

[6] Montgomery Parks postponed the removal until early to mid-July pending a Historic Area Work Permit.

[2] A part of the felled Linden Oak was carved into a bench by local "chainsaw artist" Colin Vale.