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River Farm

Name: River Farm
Address: 7931 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA, 22308, US
Telephone: +17037685700
Rating: 4.9

ahsgardening.org/visit-river-farm/ Follow River Farm on Twitter at https://twitter.com/AHS_RiverFarm and Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rvrfarm/.
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Part of George Washington’s original farmland, a 25-acre site overlooking the Potomac River that is headquarters of the American Horticultural Society, a beloved community treasure and award-winning wedding venue. We invite the public to visit River Farm in Alexandria, VA and spend a day enjoying the gardens, scenic setting, and views of the Potomac. Hold your special event here: http://www.ahsgar

dening.org/about-river-farm/facility-rentals/; and volunteer in our gardens: https://www.ahsgardening.org/about-river-farm/volunteering. For info on the national nonprofit AHS, visit https://www.ahsgardening.org/ and follow AHS's social media handles: https://www.facebook.com/americanhorticulturalsociety/; https://twitter.com/AHS_Gardening/; and https://www.instagram.com/am_hort_society/.

08/30/2026

🌻🎶 Music at the Manor is coming to River Farm!⁠
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Join us September 24 for Sunflowers and Soulfire, the inaugural event in our new Music at the Manor series.⁠
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Enjoy an evening of music and stunning Potomac River views as the band Soulfire performs rock, pop, and soul favorites. Bring a blanket, relax on the lawn, grab a bite to eat, and watch the sun set with family and friends. 🌅⁠
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📅 Thursday, September 24, 6:00 p.m.⁠
📍 River Farm - 7931 E. Boulevard Dr., Alexandria, VA⁠
🎟️ Free admission | RSVP required⁠
💚 Suggested donation: $20 per family⁠
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Picnic boxes are available for purchase in advance.⁠
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🌱 President’s Council members: Join us at 5:15 p.m. for a special reception and tour of the new Perennial Garden.⁠
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All proceeds directly support the maintenance, beautification, and preservation of River Farm.⁠
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👉RSVP at ahsgardening.org/sunflowers-soulfire/

08/20/2026

Every great garden has stories that visitors rarely see. River Farm Diary is our new recurring series that shares the ongoing work of caring for the American Horticultural Society's headquarters through the eyes of the people who know it best (our staff). ⁠
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In this first installment, Staff Writer Lillie Tynch talks with Gardens and Grounds Manager Ed Harrington and reflects on the daily work, seasonal rhythms, and long-term stewardship that shape River Farm.⁠
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"Like any garden, River Farm is never finished. It is tended."⁠
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Follow along in future issues of American Gardener as our River Farm Diary documents the evolving life of this historic landscape—one season, one project, and one story at a time.⁠
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Learn more about our flagship publication - American Gardener - on our website.

08/15/2026

🌱 Behind the Scenes at River Farm⁠
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What does it take to keep 25 acres of gardens growing and thriving? A dedicated horticultural team! This summer, our 2026 Horticultural Interns Genevieve Benton and Aimee Tukey have been an important part of it.⁠
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As their internships come to an end, we’re celebrating the impact they’ve made at River Farm, from planting and pruning to weeding and tackling all kinds of horticultural projects. A big shoutout to Genevieve and Aimee for all their hard work this summer!🏵️⁠
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Thanks to the Trish Gibson Memorial Internship at River Farm, our gardens will continue to thrive. 🌿⁠
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The Trish Gibson Memorial Internship at River Farm was established in 2023 thanks to an endowment created through the generosity of Cam Gibson in honor of his late wife Trish Gibson, a long-time staff member at AHS.⁠ ⁠
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Stay tuned for more about the talented people behind River Farm’s gardens - and visit our website to learn more about the gardens at River Farm.

08/08/2026

🌱 Something exciting is taking root at River Farm!⁠
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We've broken ground on a project to create new accessible restrooms. Scheduled to open in spring of 2027, the new restroom facilities will be located next to the Children’s Nature Library and Reading Room and will offer a better experience for all River Farm visitors. ⁠
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🌻Visit our website to learn about visiting River Farm to enjoy our gardens, which are full of lush blooms and happy plants due to all the recent rain.⁠
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Many thanks to the Commonwealth of Virginia for the grant that is funding this project to improve accessibility at River Farm. Stay tuned to learn more about the project!

07/25/2026

🏵️Our horticultural team recently installed a new dahlia bed using DIY plant supports crafted from bamboo. Thanks to the recent warm weather, the young plants are thriving.☀️⁠
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Many thanks to former AHS Board Chair Harry Rissetto for donating these dahlias! Stop by to see our new dahlia collection as they develop and bloom. ⁠
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📌Please note: River Farm will be closed on Monday, July 27 due to plumbing repairs. Visit our website to learn about River Farm's hours and plan your next visit: ahsgardening.org/visit-river-farm/

07/22/2026

🌻The gardens at River Farm are full of life these days, sporting a rainbow of vibrant colors. Our coneflowers, cosmos, crepe myrtles, lilies, and zinnias are blooming, with more flowers appearing every day. Stay tuned to learn about our new dahlia collection🏵️⁠
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📅 Please note that River Farm will be closed to the public on Wednesday, July 22 due to a private event. Visit our website to learn about River Farm's hours and plan your next visit to see what's blooming in our gardens!

ahsgardening.org/visit-river-farm/

07/16/2026

Forty-nine years ago today, this lovely couple said "I do" at River Farm. Today, they returned to celebrate their anniversary - and we were honored to capture the moment.

"River Farm remains a beautiful setting and memory for us."

Happy Anniversary to Steve Butterfield and JoLinda Weston Butterfield! Here's to many more happy years together ❤️

07/14/2026

Art in Bloom is now live at River Farm!

Floralia artists created floral arrangements inspired by our current art exhibit by local artist Patsie Uchello. Escape the heat & join us to experience them for yourself! Art in Bloom is open to the public on:

July 14, 12pm-5pm
July 15, 9am-5pm
July 16, 9am-1pm

River Farm, 7931 East Boulevard Drive, Alexandria

07/10/2026

Once part of George Washington’s original farmland, today River Farm features 25 acres of formal and naturalistic gardens, a historic estate house, and magnificent scenic views overlooking the Potomac River.⁠

📌 Please note that River Farm will be closed to the public beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13, due to a private wedding event.

Learn more about River Farm hours and plan your next visit: https://ahsgardening.org/visit-river-farm/

07/06/2026

🌺 What happens when art blooms?⁠
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A new art exhibit with a unique element is coming to River Farm! Local artist Patsie Uchello will be exhibiting works at River Farm from July 7 to August 27, including a special exhibit, “Art in Bloom.”⁠
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Join us July 14-16 to experience “Art in Bloom,” as Floralia artists create 10-12 different floral arrangements that reflect and interpret Ms. Uchello’s pieces.⁠
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"Art in Bloom" is open to the public on the following days:⁠
🌹Tuesday, July 14 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.⁠
🌻Wednesday, July 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.⁠
🌷Thursday, July 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.⁠
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Don't miss the reception on July 15 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Visit our website to learn more about River Farm, including hours and directions: ahsgardening.org/visit-river-farm/

Address

7931 E Boulevard Dr
Alexandria, VA
22308

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+17037685700

Website

http://www.ahsgardening.org/riverfarm

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