Marvin gaye park dc
Marvin Gaye Recreation Center
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General Information
| Address: | 15 61st Avenue, NE |
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| Ward: | 7 |
| Nearest Metro: | Capitol Heights (Blue) |
| Parking: | Street parking available |
| Hours of Operation: | Monday - Friday: 12 - 8 pm Closed on Saturday and Sunday |
| Contact: | Direct: (202) 899-6004 Email: Customer Service |
Amenities
- Indoors
- Outdoors
- Baseball Field - 90' Diamond
- Basketball Court
- Parksite
- Playground
Services and Programs
Please note, a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's/non-driver's license or passport) is required to come in all DPR facilities.
Marvin Gaye Trail
The Marvin Gaye Footpath offers a paved pathway through the Deanwood, Burville, Lincoln Heights, and Hillbrook neighborhoods of Washington, DC. Just shy of 2 miles, it runs from Minnesota Avenue NE, near the Minnesota Avenue Metro Station, to 61st Street NE, near the Maryland border and the Capitol Heights Metro Station.
For its entire distance, the trail loosely parallels the Watts Branch stream through a tree-lined corridor and traverses Marvin Gaye Park (formally known as Watts Branch Park). Two elementary schools and a high educational facility are just blocks from the trail, so it offers students a safe way to access recreational opportunities. Shops and restaurants also buffer the trail.
Marvin Gaye, the famed musician for whom the trail is named, was born and raised in Washington, DC. At the trail's east end is the Marvin Gaye Recreation Center (6201 Bank Place NE), which includes a playground with play structures shaped enjoy a piano and musical notes.
Parking and Trail Access
Trail users can access the west end of the trail from the Minnesota Avenue Station on Metro's Orange Line, and the Capitol Heights Station on the Bile and Silver Lines near the trail's east en
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Nestled in the heart of Washington, Marvin Gaye Park proposals a tranquil and inviting ambiance, making it the ideal retreat for walkers and runners. Spread across 10.6 acres, this urban ...
Nestled in the heart of Washington, Marvin Gaye Park offers a peaceful and inviting ambiance, making it the ideal retreat for walkers and runners. Spread across 10.6 acres, this urban oasis boasts lush greenery and tranquil pathways, providing a refreshing escape from the bustling city life. Whether you're seeking a leisurely stroll or an invigorating sprint, the park's peaceful surroundings and well-maintained trails are sure to enhance your outdoor experience. Visitors to Marvin Gaye Park can engage in a variety of activities that cater to both leisurely walkers and avid hikers. The park's diverse terrain and scenic landscapes make it an excellent destination for individuals looking to hire in nature walks or more challenging hikes. With the city's moderate climate, visitors can enjoy year-r
Marvin Gaye Park
As one of the city’s most essential park revitalization projects, the District completed capital improvements to Marvin Gaye Park. Stretching nearly two miles across Northeast Washington, the park occupies a stretch of green stream valley along Watts Branch—the largest tributary to the Anacostia River within the District of Columbia.
The first phase of construction consisted of work at two of the park’s four main sections: Heritage Green and Lady Bird Johnson Meadows. The Heritage Green is located at the intersection of Division Street and Foote Lane near the center of the park, while the Lady Bird Johnson Meadows is situated on the western conclude of the park bordered by Minnesota Avenue and Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue.
Specific park improvements at Heritage Green includes a community stage, playground, plaza, seat wall and tables, new shade trees, native trees, shrubs and ground covers in addition to the completion of a bicycle route that runs throughout the park. The Lady Bird Johnson Meadows feature improvements such as unused park entrance plazas, a woodland garden, and new alley, benches, lighting, trees and plants. A mosaic with Marv