Gulf Branch Nature Center Symposium: The Birth and Future of Arlington Parks
 
Presented in honor of the 50th anniversary of Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington's first facility dedicated to the study and conservation of nature.
The symposium will feature a history of Gulf Branch Nature Center, an overview of the role of nature centers in Arlington's parks, the future efforts and challenges that come with creating and protecting park land in an urbanized environment, and much more.
Presenters include:
- Charlie Clark, local historian, author and journalist, Falls Church News Press
- Jane Rudolph, Director, Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation
- Peter Harnik, Director, Center for City Park Excellence, The Trust for Public Land
Presented by Friends of Gulf Branch Nature Center and the Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation.
- Date:
- Thursday, June 2, 2016
- Time:
- 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- Location:
- Barbara M. Donnellan Auditorium
- Library:
- Central Library
- Categories:
- Enjoy Arlington Local History
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About Our Events
Arlington County provides accommodations to individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact us at least five (5) business days in advance.
- Phone: 703-228-5993
- Email: Jberg@arlingtonva.us