Directions and Hours

The Accokeek Foundation is located at the southern tip of Maryland's Prince George's County, about 10 miles from Washington, D.C.

Directions from the D.C. area
Take the beltway (I-495/95) or I-295 going south. Exit onto Indian Head Highway (MD Route 210 South), go approximately 9.2 miles. After you pass Farmington Road, you will take a right at the next stop light onto Livingston Road, by B&J Carryout. (Please note that there are a few Livingston Roads, and you should turn only after passing Farmington Road). Drive one block and turn right on Biddle Road. At the stop sign, turn left on Bryan Point Road and follow 3.5 miles to the end. Make a right into the visitor parking lot.

Directions from route 301, Crain Highway
In Waldorf, MD, turn right onto Route 228 and follow seven miles to the end. Turn right (north) onto Indian Head highway and move into the far left lane. Take the next left turn onto Livingston Road (look for B&J Carryout). Drive one block and turn right on Biddle Road. At the stop sign, turn left on Bryan Point Road and follow 3.5 miles to the end. Make a right into the visitor parking lot.

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Hours

Piscataway Park
Piscataway Park is open from dawn to dusk daily.

National Colonial Farm and the Visitor Center

Mid-March to Mid-December
The National Colonial Farm and the Visitor Center are open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday from mid-March through mid-December. The site will also be open to visitors on the following federal holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day.

Mid-December to Mid-March The National Colonial Farm and the Visitor Center are open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., weekends only from mid-December through mid-March.

Inclement weather conditions may require closing, so please call ahead.

Guided tours of the Colonial Farm are offered at 1:00 p.m. on weekends.

Ecosystem Farm
The Ecosystem Farm is open to the public by appointment. Walking tours are available during the growing season and may be arranged by calling MaryAlice Bonomo at 301.283.2113.

Administrative Office
The Accokeek Foundation administrative office is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Please call 301.283.2113, ext. 39 for holiday or weather closing information.

Admission
There is no general admission fee for Piscataway Park, the National Colonial Farm, or the Ecosystem Farm. Admission for special events, such as Children's Day, African American Heritage Day, Colonial Day and Winter's Eve varies. Admission for special events is listed under the "Events" section of the website.