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DuPont Circle Park reopens

National Park Service closes D.C.’s historic Dupont Circle Park during WorldPride

The park has been the site of some of the capital’s earliest Pride celebrations, LGBTQ protests and AIDS memorial services.

The Washington Post on MSN · 2d

Reopened after outcry, Pride at Dupont Circle Park marred by violence

In a reversal, the National Park Service removed fencing around Dupont Circle Park and opened it to the public. Before sundown, two people were stabbed and one was shot.

NBC New York · 3d

National Park Service to close Dupont Circle for WorldPride DC this weekend

The National Park Service and U.S. Park Police decided to close Dupont Circle Park for WorldPride DC this weekend, government sources said. Eight-foot-tall metal fencing now surrounds the popular gathering spot at the heart of a bustling neighborhood.

Mayor Bowser, Chief Smith push back on questions about handling of Dupont Circle Park during Pride

During a press conference Monday morning, the mayor and police chief both got visibly frustrated with questions about last week's Dupont Circle whiplash.

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Police to Close Dupont Circle Park for ‘Pride’ Parade, Citing Illegal Activity at Past LGBT Events

U.S. Park Police decided to close the park despite pushback from LGBT groups and an official request from D.C. police to keep ...

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