Montrose Park

Montrose Park is a 16-acre public park located in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Established in 1911, the park sits on land that was originally part of a private estate dating back to 1804. The property, which overlooks Rock Creek Park, was purchased by the United States government after a campaign led by local resident Sarah Louise Rittenhouse to preserve the area as public green space.

The park retains several features from its time as a private estate, including a ropewalk that was used to manufacture rope in the early 19th century, a summerhouse, boxwood gardens, and mature canopy trees along the edge of the plateau. After its establishment as a public park, landscape architects including George Burnap and Horace Peaslee developed plans to maintain the character of a large country estate while incorporating new elements for public use.

Today, Montrose Park offers a mix of landscaped areas and more natural spaces. The southern end of the park features manicured grounds with amenities such as tennis courts, a playground, and picnic areas. The northern portion of the park includes wooded areas and connects to the adjacent Dumbarton Oaks Park via a pathway known as Lover's Lane.

Montrose Park is managed by the National Park Service as part of the Rock Creek Park system. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1967 as part of a joint listing with Dumbarton Oaks Park, and received an individual listing in 2007. The park serves as a valued green space for local residents and visitors, offering recreational opportunities and a glimpse into the area's history.