Arlington's Terborgh Terrace: Urban Ag & NVCT/FOUA Collab

Terborgh Terrace Garden (TTG) represents a dynamic collaboration between the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) and Friends of Urban Agriculture (FOUA), launching in north Arlington to advance urban agriculture and environmental protection. Located at 4578 26th St N, Arlington, Virginia, the garden's mission centers on using gardening to safeguard water, soil, and air quality while tackling food insecurity through the Plot Against Hunger program, which collects thousands of pounds of homegrown produce. It promises fresh vegetables, community events, and educational opportunities, creating a sustainable green oasis that nurtures both land and community. For 2025, volunteer opportunities and schedules were posted by early summer, with an open house scheduled for May 5 from 6–7:30 pm for tours and team meetings, plus Saturdays in the Garden starting May 31 from 9 to 11 am as the first volunteer day. Key contacts include Amelia Wilt, Northern Virginia Conservation Association Partnerships Coordinator, and Emily Landsman, Arlington Friends of Urban Agriculture President. This initiative aligns with broader urban agriculture efforts in Northern Virginia, promoting hands-on involvement in regenerative practices. By focusing on community-driven production, TTG addresses local food system gaps, enhances biodiversity, and educates residents on sustainable techniques. Its emphasis on produce donation supports vulnerable populations, while events build social cohesion. As part of ongoing regional projects, it complements workshops on permaculture, seed saving, and microgreens, fostering a network of urban growers. The garden's design integrates ecological restoration with practical farming, demonstrating how small-scale urban spaces can contribute to larger environmental goals like climate resilience and pollution reduction. Participants gain skills in soil management, crop diversity, and community organizing, making TTG a model for scalable urban agriculture initiatives.