Penrose Park is a two-acre open green space located at 2200 6th St S in the Penrose neighborhood, South Arlington. The park is well-shaded with good-sized trees and offers a variety of outdoor activities for families.
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Shirlington Dog Park is consistently named as one of the best dog parks in the region, including in the June 2018 issue of Northern Virginia Magazine. Located in 2710 S Oakland StArlington, VA22206, Shirlington Dog Park attracts dogs and their owners from in and outside Arlington.
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Founders Park
Founders Park is a peaceful riverside park that borders the Potomac River. The park is located at 351 N Union Street in Old Town, Alexandria. The riverfront area of the park was once called West Point in the early 1700s. In the 1700s and 1800s the area around the Park was once used for tobacco storage, a landing point for slaves from Africa and the site of a notorious 'fish town'. In October 1981 the park was acquired by the City of Alexandria and designated as a passive park for everyone to enjoy. The park is maintained by the Founders Park Community Association which is an organization dedicated to the upkeep of the park's beautiful green space and to maintain its designation as a passive park.
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