UpdatedThu, May 13, 2021 at 5:54 pm ET
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State and local officials gathered outside River Farm to urge the American Horticultural Society to keep the landmark publicly accessible with a sale. (Emily Leayman/Patch)
FORT HUNT, VA — Weddings. Family outings. Community events. Fundraisers. River Farm has been an important setting for many neighbors over the years due to its picturesque gardens and history. Once the northernmost of George Washington's farms, it is now the headquarters of the American Horticultural Society (AHS) and a mainstay for visitors and special events.
But in September, AHS indicated it would put River Farm up for sale amid financial challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. Neighbors and officials began expressing concerns about the future of the historic property and whether it could be redeveloped and no longer publicly accessible under new ownership.