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National Park Service announces Request for Proposal to lease a historic schoolhouse in Rock Creek Park

Conduit Road Schoolhouse
Conduit Road Schoolhouse

NPS / Autumn Cook

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News Release Date: June 17, 2025

Contact: Autumn Cook, 771-215-6954

WASHINGTON — The National Park Service (NPS) is offering a long-term competitive lease opportunity for the Conduit Road Schoolhouse, a late 1800s one-room schoolhouse, located at 4954 MacArthur Boulevard NW in Rock Creek Park.  

The NPS seeks business proposals addressing how offerors would:  

  • Conduct repairs to the house, such as replacing windows and the roof. 

  • Preserve and protect the property. 

  • Use the property to benefit the local community. 

  • Provide services and amenities. 

Potential lessees are invited to submit proposals through August 12, 2025.  

Site visits 
Site tours are available by appointment on July 21-22 and must be scheduled two business days in advance. To schedule a visit, send an email.

Request for proposals
To develop your proposal, download the Request for Proposals (RFP) from the park website. 

Additional information 
Visit the Request for Proposals to Lease Conduit Road Schoolhouse in Rock Creek Park webpage for more information, including photographs of the property. 

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Last updated: June 16, 2025

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