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1. Sustainability on Campus

   1. Green Hiking/Walking Paths

      1. Dumbarton Oaks Gardens

         Explore the picturesque gardens filled with a diverse array of plants, art installations, and architecture which are housed on this 53 acre property. In the words of Diplomat Robert Bliss who founded Dumbarton Oaks, this space was created as "a quiet place where the advanced students and scholars could withdraw", and its tranquil, meditative aura certainly does not disappoint. Don't forget to check out the museum to view a collection of historical pieces from across the globe!

         Winter Garden Hours (November 1 - March 14): 2:00-5:00 PM Tuesday-Sunday (excluding federal holidays), free admission

         Regular Garden Hours (March 15 - October 31): 2:00-6:00 PM, Tuesday-Sunday (excluding federal holidays), tickets required Museum Hours: 11:30 AM-5:30 PM, Tuesday-Sunday (excluding federal holidays), free admission

         Directions: 1. Exit Georgetown's Main Campus at the P Street staircase near White-Gravenor Hall 2. Head east along P St NW 3. Turn left on 35th St NW and continue along this road 4. Turn right on R St NW and continue along this road 5. Continue along 33rd St NW 6. You will see the gate to the gardens on your left (The Museum entrance is located on 32nd St NW and R St NW)

         Fun Fact: During WWII delegates from the US, UK, USSR, and China met at Dumbarton Oaks for a series of important meetings which resulted in the United Nations Charter adopted in 1945.