The Eileen Garnett Civic Space opened to the public on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Located at 7200 Columbia Pike in the heart of downtown Annandale, the new civic space is named in honor of Eileen Garnett, a longtime friend of Annandale and passionate voice for community revitalization who was also supportive of the park’s development.
Built on a former underutilized open space that was part of the old Annandale Elementary School, the Eileen Garnett Civic Space was thoughtfully designed to be a central gathering place for the Annandale community. It offers a civic plaza with seating, a vibrant demonstration garden, a great lawn with a compact and playful landscape, and a parking lot capable of hosting “pop-up” community activities and special events. This revitalized open space is fully accessible and aligns with Fairfax County’s long-term vision for the Annandale Community Business Center (CBC).
In addition to County-sponsored events, community groups and private entities may also reserve the Eileen Garnett Civic Space for public events.