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The Plaque on the Reverse Side / Lake Merriweather

 
 
The Plaque on the Reverse Side side of the marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 29, 2021
1. The Plaque on the Reverse Side side of the marker
Inscription.
The plaque on the reverse side is a replica of that which was dedicated September 9, 1967 Goshen Scout Camps, Virginia

Lake Merriweather
For her abiding interest, her great support and her constant inspiration to scouting, this lake has been named Like Merriweather by the National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, in token of its deep affection for Marjorie Merriweather Post.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public WorkFraternal or Sororal OrganizationsWaterways & VesselsWomen. A significant historical date for this entry is September 9, 1967.
 
Location. 38° 56.591′ N, 77° 3.154′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Forest Hills. Marker can be reached from Linnean Avenue Northwest, 0.1 miles south of Upton Street Northwest, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4155 Linnean Ave NW, Washington DC 20008, United States of America. Touch for directions.
 
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Japanese-style Garden (a few steps from this marker); Dog Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); French Parterre (within shouting distance of this marker); Stone Lion (within shouting distance of this marker); Lunar Lawn (within
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shouting distance of this marker); Dacha (within shouting distance of this marker); Putting Green (within shouting distance of this marker); Woodland Paths (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northwest Washington.
 
Lake Merriweather side of the marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 29, 2021
2. Lake Merriweather side of the marker
The Plaque on the Reverse Side / Lake Merriweather Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 29, 2021
3. The Plaque on the Reverse Side / Lake Merriweather Marker
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 29, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 101 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos:   1, 2, 3. submitted on July 29, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.

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