Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Preserving land, protecting resources

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a 650-acre park in western Fairfax County with a history that spans 8,000 years. The park's habitats include forests, streams, meadows, and a pond. Inside the Walney Visitor Center you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the park, see live reptiles and amphibians, and enjoy children's hands-on activities. Outside the Visitor Center, explore pollinator gardens, a historic kitchen garden, and historic structures.

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Upcoming Events

May
01
7:00PM, 01, (6-Adult) Enjoy nature's tranquil beauty and the night sky under a full…
May
03
6:00PM, 03, (10-Adult) Enjoy a naturalist-led hike and identify plants that are safe to…
May
04
10:00AM, 04, (7-Adult) Wander with a naturalist to discover wonderful wildflowers that…
May
20
3:00PM, 20, (3-6 yrs.) Explore the parks through books. Hear a story, enjoy nature…
May
23
5:00PM, 23, (6-Adult) Buzz through the ins and outs of a bee colony. Learn about the…
May
24
10:00AM, 24, (4-13 yrs.) Join a naturalist as they demonstrate how we feed our site…

Spring Tots Programs at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Little explorers. Big nature discoveries.

From critter crawls and garden adventures to sensory nature play, Spring Tots Programs at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park invite young learners to explore the outdoors through hands-on activities designed just for them.

  • Ages 1–6
  • Weekly spring sessions
  • Learn, play and discover together

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