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Annunciation Catholic Church (Washington, D.C.)

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Church of the Annunciation DC
Church of the Annunciation DC

Annunciation Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish located in northwest Washington, D.C. It has an attached school, Annunciation Catholic School. The parish is known for hosting regular musical performances, the Roth Concerts.

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Annunciation Catholic Church (Washington, D.C.)
Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington

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