District of Columbia

In Washington, D.C. the Fund works to preserve and enhance the city’s green spaces so that future generations can enjoy its unique natural, cultural, and historic resources.

Historic Rosedale

In the heart of our nation’s capital, the Fund assisted the Rosedale Conservancy and the Potomac Conservancy in preserving one of Washington’s most historic properties, which includes 18th century falling gardens. The partners—supported by more than 100 local families—purchased the Rosedale lawns, which have long served as an informal “village green” for the Cleveland Park neighborhood. The project received the city’s Excellence in Historic Preservation Award for outstanding community involvement.