The Conservancy of Broad Creek
The Conservancy of Broad Creek was created to assist in the preservation of the Broad Creek area’s history and ecology. Its members host events celebrating the history and lives of all inhabitants of Broad Creek. Currently, the Conservancy seeks to use the area’s landmarks to help narrate the story of America’s early intercultural relationships.
The Conservancy of Broad Creek
The Conservancy of Broad Creek mission is preservation, education and conservation. It’s purpose is to preserve the scenic, natural, geological, biological, historical, artistic or recreational importance in Broad Creek located in the Potomac River Valley. We’re a 501(c)3, non-profit organization.
PRESERVATION
Broad Creek Historic District,
Nationally Registered Historic Places
18th century Georgian country house of red brick laid in Flemish Bond.
According to local tradition, Harmony Hall was constructed in 1723 by the same contractor who built St. John’s Episcopal Church. In the 1920s, Harmony Hall was purchased by Charles W. Collins, who restored the then-deteriorated building. In 1966, the property was acquired by the National Park Service.
Broad Creek Historic District
The Broad Creek Historic District (BCHD) encompasses 455 acres situated in a semi-secluded designated rural tier area in the city of Fort Washington, southwestern Prince George’s County.
BCHD is located three miles south of Washington, D.C. and nine miles from the U.S. Capitol.
EDUCATION
The Conservancy's Educational Events
Broad Creek
Broad Creek is a mile-long wooded area along the Potomac River. It’s a magnificent time capsule containing the story and key elements of America’s first interactions & integration of three great cultures — Native American, African-American, & British colonial. It was once the colonial port town of Aire, established in 1706.
CONSERVATION
Conservation of Rural Character & Community
Stewards of the
Broad Creek Woods
On December 13, 2013 developer Milt Peterson (National Harbor fame) donated 72 acres to The Conservancy of Broad Creek. This was an generous donation of an undeveloped forest. The Conservancy named the forest, Broad Creek Woods.
The Broad Creek Woods includes two ‘blue-line’ streams — tributaries that flow into Broad Creek inlet of the Potomac River.
Subsequently, the Conservancy developed a Forest Stewardship Plan, used the donated land to expand the area of the Broad Creek Historic District, established a conservation easement on the property, and secured grants to eradicate invasive plants growing on the property.
Join The Conservancy or Donate!
The Conservancy is open to members, and is a 501(c)(3) organization. Membership fees and contributions are tax deductible.
The Conservancy of Broad Creek has a long history of contributing to our community, and preservation, education and conservation.
Learn more About Us, join us and participate!