Parker-Gray Historic District blends storied past and everyday convenience in the heart of Alexandria. The neighborhood’s late-19th- and early-20th-century rowhouses line walkable blocks that celebrate a legacy of African American culture, anchored by the Alexandria Black History Museum, the contemplative Alexandria African American Heritage Park, and the community-focused Charles Houston Recreation Center. Residents step out for coffee, casual bites, and locally owned dining, then reach regional transit in minutes via the Braddock Road Metro Station.
Families appreciate education options close to home. Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School offers an International Baccalaureate continuum with arts and language opportunities, while Alexandria City High School provides extensive AP, STEM, and career pathways across a large urban campus. Pocket parks and playgrounds, plus trails connecting toward the waterfront, make quick outdoor time easy between work and school.
Commuters value how Parker-Gray puts them moments from Old Town boutiques and waterfront events, neighborhood favorites in Del Ray, and major job centers across the river in Arlington. The result is a district that feels genuinely lived-in—historic, yes, but also practical, diverse, and forward-looking.
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ALEXANDRIA BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM | ALEXANDRIA AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE PARK | CHARLES HOUSTON RECREATION CENTER | BRADDOCK ROAD METRO STATION | JEFFERSON-HOUSTON PREK-8 IB SCHOOL | ALEXANDRIA CITY HIGH SCHOOL