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Washington, DC for parks

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Botanic Gardens

245 First Street Southwest
Washington, DC    
The United States Botanic Garden (USBG) is one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America and informs visitors about the importance, value and diversity of plants, as well as their aesthetic, c...
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East Potomac Park Miniature Golf

972 Ohio Drive Southwest
Washington, DC    
The mission of East Potomac Park Miniature Golf is to provide affordable and accessible golf facilities and programs for new, casual and experienced golfers, while protecting and maintaining the na...
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East Potomac Park Tennis Centre

1090 Ohio Drive Southwest
Washington, DC    
East Potomac Tennis is indoor and outdoor tennis facility located at Hains Point right outside Washington, D.C. EPTC offers five indoor hard courts under a state-of-the-art facility. Play is avail...
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National Arboretum

3501 New York Avenue Northeast
Washington, DC    
Established in 1927 by an Act of Congress. The Arboretum is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service. The U.S. National Arboretum enhances the economic, en...
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Rock Creek Nature Centre

5200 Glover Road Northwest
Washington, DC    
Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. This 1,754-acre city park was officially authorized in 1890, making it the 3rd national park to be designated by the federal government. It o...