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    Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: D.C.’s Urban Oasis & Enduring Legacy

    Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: D.C.’s Urban Oasis & Enduring Legacy

    Discover Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, a unique D.C. national park. Founded by Civil War veteran Walter B. Shaw and expanded by his daughter Helen, who fought government acquisition. It's now a vibrant, community-connected urban oasis, cherished for its lotuses, lilies, and diverse activities.