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Scott Circle

Scott Circle is historic roundabout and surrounding public space in Washington, D.C., located in Northwest D.C. The circle is situated five blocks north of the White House and Lafayette Park, marking the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue (Embassy Row), Rhode Island Avenue, and 16th Street NW.

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Address: 1250 16th St NW
Phone: +12022898317
Website: wikimapia.org (opens in a new tab)

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