Let’s dive into the history of segregation and the swim ban in DC. Segregation wasn't the only thing that prevented equal access to water. Pollution also led to additional limitations to accessing natural waters.
Read MoreNature has always been central to the Black American community. But it means something different to everyone. Here’s how the importance of nature has evolved from the past to the present through the Potomac River region and beyond
Read MoreLet’s dive into the river and learn about some unusual animals and what makes them stand out among the rest. While there are some you may be familiar with, others you may have never heard of before.
Read MoreThe region’s leading clean water advocate, fighting to ensure the Potomac River boasts clean drinking water, healthy lands, and connected communities.
Potomac Conservancy
962 Wayne Ave, Suite 540
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Call: (301) 608-1188
EIN: 52-1842501
Potomac Conservancy is a nationally accredited land trust and clean water leader in the Potomac River region. We’re committed to restoring the Potomac to full health for the five million people who rely on the river for drinking water and outdoor enjoyment. We improve local water quality through land conservation initiatives that effectively stop pollution from entering our streams and tributaries. Our impassioned base of 30,000 supporters empowers us to protect and expand streamside forests, pass water protection laws, and restore local shorelines.
