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Photo of Turtle and Hare statues in Copley Square, Boston - created by local artist Nancy Schon/ www.boston-discovery-guide.com

Boston Scavenger Hunt Question: Where in Boston can you find a tortoise and hare?

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Scavenger Hunt Answer: Copley Square, in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. The Turtle and Hare statues are by local artist Nancy Schön, creator of the Make Way for Ducklings sculpture

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