Swimmers will make a 'Splash' in Anacostia River next month.

For the first time in more than 50 years, people will have a chance to swim in the Anacostia River.

The non-profit group, Anacostia Riverkeeper, will host “Splash” on July 8.

Participants will be allowed to swim in a designated area of the river off the Kingman Island dock for a 20 minute period of time between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. According to the organization, this is a “rare chance for residents to swim in and reconnect with the Anacostia River.”

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