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Fort Dupont Park
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A "park for all seasons" describes the 376 rolling wooded acres that make up one of the largest parks in all of Washington. Picnics, nature walks, Civil War programs, gardening, environmental education, music, skating, sports, and youth programs are among the varied seasonal activities possible at this spacious area east of the Anacostia River.

 

 


 

Chester A. Arthur, 21st President: 1881-1885  

Did You Know?
Chester A. Arthur was nicknamed "Elegant Arthur" because of his "dandy" dressing. He changed clothes for every occasion at the White House. President Arthur was reported to own eighty pairs of trousers.

Last Updated: July 29, 2006 at 09:45 EST