11th Street Bridge Park
In the 1960’s the federal government began an ambitious nationwide effort to connect cities across the U.S. through the construction of freeways. But this infrastructure also divided communities with eight […]
11th Street Bridge Park
This spring and summer we’ve partnered with churches and non-profits to create urban farms on both sides of the Anacostia River. Working in partnership with the University of the District […]
11th Street Bridge Park
As part of the implementation of our Equitable Development Plan – our effort to ensure that nearby residents can continuously benefit from this future civic space – we are funding […]
11th Street Bridge Park
The 11th Street Bridge Park is searching for an Equitable Development Manager to oversee the implementation of the park’s Equitable Development Plan. This is a critical position building on work […]
11th Street Bridge Park
When you hear the term “art education”, what comes to mind? Many people think of students sitting at desks, drawing, painting or making clay pots. But this image is misleading, […]
11th Street Bridge Park
Since the beginning of time, cities grew along rivers. From the ancient Sumerian civilizations along the Euphrates to Paris along the Seine and New York on the Hudson, rivers provided […]
11th Street Bridge Park
This Saturday, dozens of volunteers arrived in the early morning sun at Union Temple Baptist Church, a large and historic congregation located just steps away from Anacostia’s Big Chair. Teenagers, […]
11th Street Bridge Park
This past week brought me to Philadelphia for a Creative Placemaking & Parks Colloquium organized by the Trust for Public Land and City Parks Alliance. Funded by a National Endowment […]
11th Street Bridge Park
Today we are thrilled to announce LISC DC’s Elevating Equity Initiative, a $50 million comprehensive effort to help foster equity, inclusiveness and an improved quality of life in the neighborhoods […]
11th Street Bridge Park
The 11th Street Bridge Park was recently featured on the front cover of the Washington Post Sunday Magazine. The article explored our Equitable Development Plan – our effort to ensure […]
Washington D.C.’s first elevated park will span the Anacostia River and serve as a new venue for healthy recreation, environmental education, and the arts.
Providing Southeast communities with greater access to healthy, affordable food, urban agriculture education and career opportunities.
Comprised of three buildings, farm, and playground that sits on 16.5 acres, this humanitarian mall provides world-class services to the east of the Anacostia River community in Washington, DC.
Created to provide DC residents living east of the Anacostia River entertaining and enlightening experiences that can impact their lives and brighten their futures.
Provides high-quality workforce development programs in one location, leading to work-ready candidates, career-focused job placement, economic self-sufficiency, & improved quality of life.