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Jerome "Buddie" Ford Nature Center

Name: Jerome "Buddie" Ford Nature Center
Address: 5750 Sanger Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22311, US

5750 Sanger Avenue

Alexandria, VA 22311

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703-746-5525

At the Nature Center, you can see live animals up close and learn about the cultural and natural history of Dora Kelley Nature Park. The Naturalists on staff are here to help you and your family explore and enjoy Alexandria’s wild side! The Jerome “Buddie” Ford Nature Center provides year-round programs and exhibits on Alexandria’s human and natural history.

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