Washington DC Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens

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Location: 1550 Anacostia Avenue N.E. Washington, D.C.

Washington DC Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens, located in the northeastern portion of Washington, DC near the Maryland border, was founded in the early 1900s by a Civil War veteran who had an affinity for aquatic plants. It became part of the National Park system in 1938 and has functioned as such since that time.

Open 7 days a week, the aquatic gardens is the only National Park Service site devoted to the propagation and display of aquatic plants. The area is quite picturesque and the perfect place for a leisurely stroll on a pleasant day. Rangers offer special programs designed for both children and adults to educate visitors about this unique and fragile eco-system. The 700 acres along the tidal Anacostia River also offer plenty of space for a fun family picnic as well as lots of photo-taking opportunities.