Why Chinquapin Park and Recreational Center?

Chinquapin Park is a 52.89 acres park located at 3210 King Street. The park which was named for the Chinquapin Oak Tree was once known as Chinquapin Village, a war housing development which was built by the government for Torpedo Factory workers. Even though the area has now been developed into a park there are still areas which are reminiscent of the Chinquapin neighborhood.  In 1961 the City of Alexandria acquired the property and proposed the building of a mini amusement park. In 1971 the park was opened by former Mayor Charles E Beatley. The Recreation Center located on the site was opened in 1986. Continue reading

The Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center

The Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center offers a variety of educational and recreational activities suitable for both young and old while promoting social interaction within the community. While the community center is currently closed for extensive renovations till 2013, the Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center is working towards providing its community with better facilities and with a larger program of activities to engage more residents. Facilities at the Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center: Arlington Mill Community Center
  • Gymnasium
  • Changing Rooms
  • 3 Multi-purpose Rooms
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Game Room
  • Arts Studio
  • Computer Room
  • Children’s Playground
  • Basketball Court
  • Library
  • 2 Classrooms for Programs
  • Public Health Outreach Room
  • Teen Lounge
  • Senior Lounge
  • Work Area
  • Storage
Educational Programs to be offered at the Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center: • Computer Classes • Language Classes • Citizenship Classes • Health Education • Immunization • Nutrition Education • Parenting Classes • Early Child Development • Pre-School • Elementary after School The renovated Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center will also be adding a plaza that will be used as an outdoor classroom or meeting room where community events can also be held such as art shows and farmers markets, pedestrian connections and a loading dock. The new 2 building community center is also expected to house 192 rental units upper floors, with 61 of them as affordable housing units on the at the back, retail stores and a 2 level underground parking for residents and center users. Arlington Mill Community Center and Senior Center 4975 Columbia Pike Arlington VA 22204 Contact Number: 703 228 7790