UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is an Alexandria, Virginia based nonprofit that connects creativity and conservation by providing a resource center for reuse materials and a creative making space for the community. At UpCycle, we rethink the traditional notion of waste by collecting cast-offs from our community to serve as creative materials.
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Wed, Thurs, Fri: 12-6p | Sat: 10a-4p Location 5380-D Eisenhower Avenue Alexandria, VA 22304 Phone 703-861-8705 Closest metro station Van Dorn Street (blue line) Free parking Available in any unmarked space Accessibility UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming place for all people. Service dogs are permitted. The Materials Center is in a warehouse building, and the entrance is accessed by a set of four wooden steps. Health and Wellness Please stay home if you are not feeling well, are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19, or have had known exposure to the virus. Masks are welcome but not required. |
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Need some poster board for a school project? Looking for fabric remnants? Want some inspiration for a new project? Our inventory is always changing so there are new treasures every day. Shop by the item or by the bag. Find out what we sell |
Our programs foster creative expression, resourcefulness, experiential learning, individuality and fun for all ages. Whether through playful “tinkering” or a special workshop, we inspire you to create through exploratory experiences with reuse materials. At the Materials Center, we offer workshops for youth and adults as well as an extensive Summer Camp for ages 3 ½ to 10. We also provide programs in local schools and recreation centers. Come to Tinker Time or a Scout Workshop Sign up for an adult workshop |
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Thursdays, 2-5p, and Saturdays, 10a-1p Donations are accepted at 5380-D Eisenhower Avenue during select hours and with advance appointment. Please do not leave donations outside our door. Donations are tax deductible as allowable by law. See what we collect |
Watch how UpCycle inspires our community to explore and create with reusable materials.
UpCycle's outreach & operations are generously supported by:
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