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Road Closure September 12-14, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Glen Echo, MD-Starting Wednesday September 12th, until Friday, September 14th 2012 Clara Barton Parkway between Chain Bridge and the Glen Echo turnaround from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day to complete road shoulder work created by storm damage.
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Recent Bicycle Thefts
Bicycle thefts along the G. W. Memorial Parkway at Theodore Roosevelt Island, Rock Creek Park, and other places have been increasing. Thieves have been cutting locks and stealing bicycles. Please report suspicious activity to Park Police at 703 285 1000
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The videos in the Visitor Center are temporarily unavailable. We apologize for any inconvience.
Glen Echo Park
Glen Echo Park began in 1891 as a National Chautauqua Assembly, which taught the sciences, arts, languages, and literature. By the early 1900's Glen Echo Park had become the premier amusement park until 1968. In 1971, after the federal government obtained the land, the National Park Service began managing the park. Today, Glen Echo Park is for Arts, Culture, Entertainment for the entire family.
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Plan Your Visit to the Park
Then & Wow! Sunday, September 30, 2012 - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Celebrate the Park's past and present at this annual festival!
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Social Dance at Glen Echo Park
Social Dancing at Glen Echo Park every weekend, year-round! Offering regular social dance events and classes in waltz, swing, contra, salsa and more.
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