Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_12094300_1 (evening_gown VARCHAR, state VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many times did district of Columbia receive a score for evening gown?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(evening_gown) FROM table_12094300_1 WHERE state = "District of Columbia"