Columbia Heights in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Washington Parks & People
Quien es Washington Parks & People?
Desde nuestra comienzo en 1990, Washington Parks & People, un 501©(3) non-profit en DC, ha ayudo a transformar lugares olvidados y peligrosos a espacios Verdes vivos que sirven a la comunidad. Parks & People se conecta directamente con las personas donde viven. Entendemos y abordamos los problemas ecológicos socials de una manera local y humana, equipando a los vecinos con conocimientos y herramientas para recuperar Sus propios espacios públicos. Nuestra alcance es geográficamente pequeño, en algunos casos, literalmente bloque por bloque. Trabajamos a través de la ciudad para abordar la injusticia y empoderar a los residentes locales a transformar su propio espacios público. Nuestros esfuerzos abordan las necesidades más básicas de la comunidad haciendo possible la recreación seguro, la agricultural Urbana, los programs de salud pública, el arte público, y la educación y la arquitectura sostenible. La misión de Washington Parks & People es aumentar la salud y la vitalidad de la comunidad en parques a través del Distrito.
Los impacts de voluntaries
Los voluntarios de Parks & People han movido montañas desde 1990. Miles de voluntarios han ayudado a fortalecer 30 jardines comunitarios y mini-granjas en DC; más de 50 patios escolares y parques infintales; patrocinado más de 1,000 programs artísticos y culturales; sembrado más de 7.000 árboles natives; removió más de 10 millones de libras de basura y escombros de Los parques y espacios Verdes del Distrito. Las opportunities de voluntariado varían desde ayudar con la elaboración de eventos al sembrado de árboles a la cosecha de calabazas durante la programa de 'Community Harvest. Para participar, envíe un correo electrónico a: [email protected].
La campaña de 'Think Outside'
La campaña de Washington Parks & People, reconocida internacionalmente, le pride los miembros de la comunidad que "piensen afuera". La idea de pensar afuera impulsa nuesto trabajo, ya que creemos que los parques y los espacios Verdes tíenen El poder de unir, Santa y crear un cambio positivo dentro de Las comunidades. Pasar tiempo al aire libre SE ha relacionado con niveles más banjos de ansiedad y estrés, lo que ultimadamente conduce a un estilo de vida más saludable y feliz.
El programa de Parks & People
Parks & People tiene una variedad de programs a través del Distrito.
1. Park Arts: un programs gratuita que junta las artes, y el público para una experiencia interactive al aire libre.
2. Heart & Soul: un programa comunitario que educa sobre los beneficios de una vida saludable para nosotros y nuestro medio ambiente.
3. Community Harvest: Sirve para reconectar nuestra comunidades con El aire libre, la comida, los trabajos y la justicia. Apoyamos una red de más de 30 jardines y espacios Verdes a través del DC.
4. Green Corps: Un programa que desarrrolla habilidades en silvicultura, infraestructura Verde y la agricultural Urbana.
Who is Washington Parks & People?
Since our beginning in 1990, Washington Parks & People, a 501©(3) nonprofit in DC, has helped transform forgotten and dangerous places into living, green spaces that serve the community. Parks & People connects directly with people where they live. We understand and address social and ecological problems in a local and humane way, equipping neighbors with the knowledge and tools to reclaim their own public spaces. Our reach is geographically small—in some cases, literally block by block. We work across the city to address injustice and empower local residents to transform their own public spaces. Our efforts address the most basic community needs by enabling safe recreation, urban agriculture, public health programs, public art, education, and sustainable architecture. The mission of Washington Parks & People is to increase the health and vitality of community parks throughout the District.
Volunteer Impacts
Parks & People volunteers have moved mountains since 1990. Thousands of volunteers have helped strengthen 30 community gardens and mini-farms in DC; more than 50 schoolyards and parks; sponsored more than 1,000 arts and cultural programs; planted more than 7,000 native trees; and removed more than 10 million pounds of trash and debris from the District's parks and green spaces. Volunteer opportunities range from helping with event planning to tree planting to pumpkin picking during Community Harvest. To participate, please email [email protected].
The Think Outside Campaign
Washington Parks & People's internationally recognized campaign encourages community members to "think outside." The idea of thinking outside drives our work, as we believe parks and green spaces have the power to unite, connect, and create positive change within communities. Spending time outdoors has been linked to lower levels of anxiety and stress, which ultimately leads to a healthier and happier lifestyle.
The Parks & People Program
Parks & People has a variety of programs across the District.
1. Park Arts: A free program that brings together the arts and the public for an interactive outdoor experience.
2. Heart & Soul: A community program that educates about the benefits of healthy living for us and our environment.
3. Community Harvest: Serves to reconnect our communities with the outdoors, food, jobs, and justice. We support a network of more than 30 gardens and green spaces across DC.
4. Green Corps: A program that develops skills in forestry, green infrastructure, and urban agriculture.
Erected by Washington
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1990.
Location. 38° 55.883′ N, 77° 1.641′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Columbia Heights. It can be reached from 11th Street Northwest north of Lamont Street Northwest, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3321 11th St NW, Washington DC 20010, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Tidewater, and in the Chesapeake Bay Region. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Columbia Heights Green. (here, next to this marker); Transformation. (within shouting distance of this marker);
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), April 15, 2025
2. Washington Parks & People Marker
The marker behind the open gate.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 24, 2025
3. Washington Parks & People Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 24, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 15, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 178 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 15, 2025, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. 3. submitted on May 24, 2025, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
