The hundred square mile plot selected as the new seat of government was not unclaimed land. There were farms, estates and towns that were being swallowed up by United States government. But, I should add, that this wasn’t a case of eminent domain. Nineteen original landowners were negotiated with, directly by George Washington himself at the end of March, 1791. ... Read More »
It’s Friday, the weather is beautiful and it feels like we’re on the cusp of spring (and allergies). Here’s the bad news … it’s supposed to rain this evening, Saturday and Sunday. The good news is that you can catch up on all the GoDC posts you missed this week. If you’re lazy (like me) and want me to summarize ... Read More »
Way back in the day, the building we now know as the White House was called the “President’s Palace”, “President’s Mansion”, or the “President’s House.” The nomenclature evolved over time, with the accepted name for 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue becoming the “Executive Mansion.” It wasn’t until Teddy Roosevelt‘s presidency that the building would be officially referred to at “The White House.” ... Read More »
Ghosts of DC The lost and untold history of Washington