Butler Holmes Park
Arlington, VA
Neighborhood Arlington park with accessible preschool and school-age playgrounds, picnic shelter, grill, drinking fountain, and easy sunrise-to-sunset access.
This research record does not yet establish a specific inclusion benefit. General park amenities do not confirm accessible equipment, routes, or facilities.
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Editorial notes
What stands out
Not a destination playground, but a useful accessible neighborhood park when you want an easier, shorter Arlington outing.
What to Expect
- Visit type
- Neighborhood stop
Read more about this location
Butler Holmes Park is a smaller Arlington neighborhood option that still gives families meaningful accessibility benefits. Arlington County lists both the preschool and school-age playgrounds as accessible, and the site also includes an accessible grill, picnic shelter, open grassy space, and a basketball court. It is better for a shorter local visit than a major destination outing, but it is a practical pick for families who want a simpler inclusive park stop.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | sunrise – sunset |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | sunrise – sunset |
| Wednesday | sunrise – sunset |
| Thursday | sunrise – sunset |
| Friday | sunrise – sunset |
| Saturday | sunrise – sunset |
| Sunday | sunrise – sunset |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
Free public park.
Accessibility
Mobility
Accessible preschool playground
Mobility
Accessible school-age playground
Mobility
Accessible grill
Mobility
Accessible picnic shelter
Considerations
County page confirms accessibility but gives limited detail on specific adaptive play components.
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
101 S Barton St
Arlington, VA, 22204
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 1 public source
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- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
- Arlington County - Butler Holmes Parkarlingtonva.us
Checked: address, hours, accessible preschool playground, accessible school-age playground, picnic shelter, drinking fountain
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Arlington County park page.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.