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Potomac Overlook Regional Park

Nature Center/The Energerium

nature center

The Nature Center at Potomac Overlook houses a suite of interactive exhibits that highlight the connection between the human world and the natural world. The James I. Mayer Center for Environmental Education houses live native animals, an interactive augmented reality watershed exhibit, and much more!

Park staff present programs featuring nature center animal interactions, interpretive hikes and live raptor feedings! The facility also includes a large auditorium space which can be rented for birthday parties, meetings, and events.

Class trip at Potomac Overlook Nature Center
Seasonal Bird Observation Station
Cave Exhibit
Animal Skins on the Wall
Top floor of the nature center
Class trip at Potomac Overlook Nature Center
Seasonal Bird Observation Station
Cave Exhibit
Animal Skins on the Wall
Top floor of the nature center

Summer Camp registration is now open!

Due to high demand, spots fill fast! To save time during registration, create a user account and complete the camper information prep questions in advance. Visit the 'Registration' tab on each camp's webpage for details.

Ice & Lights' Daytime Ice Skating

Enjoy gliding on the ice at Cameron Run Regional Park, just minutes from Old Town Alexandria! Open weekends and holidays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., through February 23, including Presidents' Day! Tickets are only available for purchase online.