1801 E Street SE, Washington DC
Sunday, April 13th, 2025
🌸 Race Overview
- Event Date: April 13, 2025
- Location: Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E Street SE, Washington, DC
- Start Time: 9:00 AM
- Website: Cherry Blossom 5K
🌷 About the Cherry Blossoms
- Seasonal Beauty: Congressional Cemetery blooms with new life each spring, showcasing several species of DC's iconic cherry blossom trees.
- Variety: Features beloved cherry blossoms from Taiwan, Yoshino, Kwanzan, and Higan trees.
- Significance: These cherry blossoms hold a special place in the hearts of many.
- Cultural Icon: Typically associated with the tidal basin, they are also prominently featured at Congressional Cemetery.
🏃♂️ Event Details
- Participation: Join us for a beautiful and invigorating run (or walk!) among the cherry trees!
- Purpose: All proceeds go to furthering our non-profit mission, including environmental preservation.
- Support: Come and support the cemetery and our cherry blossoms this spring!
- Community Event: Celebrate the return of spring and environmental treasures with fellow participants.
🏛️ Cemetery History
- Founded: Historic Congressional Cemetery was established in 1807.
- Interments: Home to over 70,000 burials across 35 acres.
- Notable Residents: Many famous U.S. residents, including Congressmen who passed away while in office.
- Active Grounds: Still an active burial ground that takes new interments and serves as a dog-walking park.
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