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Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center

Green Spring Gardens

Green Spring Gardens is a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Green Spring Gardens?

Green Spring Gardens is a public park and garden in Alexandria, Virginia. Located on land that was originally a plantation established in the 18th century, Green Spring Gardens has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2003 in recognition of its historic architecture, which includes the c. 1777 Green Spring house, and landscaping, which was designed by prominent landscape architect Beatrix Farrand in the 1940s. The park grounds include a horticultural library, ponds, and a greenhouse. Park staff offer gardening classes and tours of the historic Green Spring home, which has been converted into a museum.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Green Spring Gardens
Type
Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center
City
Alexandria
State
Virginia
Website
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/PARKS/GSGP/
IMLS Museum ID
8409502175
Coordinates
38.82492, -77.15791
What kind of museum is Green Spring Gardens?

Green Spring Gardens is classified as a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more arboretum, botanical garden & nature centers →

Where is Green Spring Gardens located?

Green Spring Gardens is located in Alexandria, Virginia at approximately 38.82492, -77.15791. See the map above.

Does Green Spring Gardens have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/PARKS/GSGP/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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