Canal Park

200 M St SE
Washington, DC 20003

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Status of Project: Existing / Completed
Square Footage Retail: 3,500

A new stunning public park on the site of the historic Washington Canal in the heart of DC's Capitol Riverfront neighborhood.  Completed in 2012 Canal Park has transformed three empty lots into a sustainable neighborhood gathering place and destination for the entire city.  The park is designed to achieve LEED Gold certification and includes a 3,500 square foot restaurant called the Park Tavern, electric car charging stations, 42 water jet fountains on the southern block, open green space, a children's play area in the middle block, as well as an ice skating rink in winter months.