River Farm

River Farm is a spectacular 27-acre property located just miles south of Washington, DC along the Potomac River in Fairfax County, Virginia near Mount Vernon. Formerly owned by George Washington, River Farm has a rich cultural history and boasts a diverse array of gardens, wildlife and open space that is exceedingly rare in this highly developed region.

The American Horticultural Society (AHS) was able to acquire River Farm thanks to a generous gift from philanthropist, Enid Annenberg Haupt, who stipulated that the property must be protected and remain open to the public.

The property has several different types of gardens, including a large section dedicated specifically to children. The wildlife garden has a small pond with frogs, goldfish and turtles. Around the pond are native plants (grasses, shrubs, flowers) that provide food and shelter for pollinators and birds.

Admission is free, so bring your family and friends today!
Hours:
March – November

Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm
Friday, 9am – 1pm
Saturday, 9am – 1pm

December – February

Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
Saturday, 9am – 1pm

Address: 7931 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA 22308-1307

For more information, please visit:
https://ahsgardening.org/visit-river-farm/