Washington - Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek park is a 1,754-acre natural area with picnic areas, a golf course, foot paths, athletic fields, tennis courts, riding stables and a bridal path. It is also the location of the Kahil Gibran memorial Garden, the Pierce Mill, the Rock Creek Gallery, the Rock Creek Nature Centre and the remains of Fort De Russy. As well, the Carter Barron Amphitheater host seasonal outdoor concerts and events.
The National Register Historic District and Rock Creek Church are near the park.
The National Register Historic District and Rock Creek Church are near the park.
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Rock Creek Park
3545 Williamsburg Lane NW
Washington, DC 20008
United States
3545 Williamsburg Lane NW
Washington, DC 20008
United States
Phone 1 (202) 895-6070
Fax 1 (202) 895-6015
Hours
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| Open | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise | Sunrise |
| Close | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset |
Related Attractions
Family Tree of Life Statue
Next to the Carter Barron Amphitheater in Rock Creek Park is a 15-foot monument of red oak that represents an African-American family. The statue was created by by Dennis Stoy, Jr.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 |
| Close | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset |
Old Stone House
The Old Stone House is one of the oldest buildings in the city, constructed by a cabinetmaker in 1765. It has been restored and furnished to period and is operated by the National Park Service. The English garden is a popular oasis and the house presents everyday life of middle class colonial American family.
The Old Stone House
3501 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
United States
3501 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
United States
Phone 1 (202) 426-6851
Fax 1 (202) 895-6230
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Peirce Mill
Pierce Mill, built in the early 1800's, uses the flow of Rock Creek to grind corn and wheat. It was restored in the 1960's and is in operation today under the direction of the National Park Service. There is also a springhouse and carriage barn.
Peirce Mill
Rock Creek Parkway at Tilden Street
Washington, DC 20008
United States
Rock Creek Parkway at Tilden Street
Washington, DC 20008
United States
Phone 1 (202) 895-6070
Fax 1 (202) 895-6015
Parking
Free
Disabled
No facilities for persons with disabilities.
