Tragedy struck on New Year's Eve when an auto wreck in the Tidal Basin claimed two lives and left one man rescued. Read the story of the fatal accident and the efforts of the park police to save the driver.
As we move into 2013, take a look back at this iconic photo from 73 years ago. See how much has changed in the last 7 decades, and what we can learn from the past as we move into the new year.
As we near the end of 2020, we want to wish all GoDCers a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We'll be taking a break from posting until the new year, so we'll see you in 2021!
Delve into a fascinating 1883 bird's-eye view of Washington DC, courtesy of the Library of Congress. Click to explore the incredible detail of this image.
Take a look at Union Station in 1910! This picture shows the impressive sight of the railroad station several years after it was completed. See the impressive photo here!
In January 1939, a five-inch snowstorm hit the D.C. area. Little Betty Amberger couldn't wait to see her father, and tragically, she was crushed under the wheels of her father's car. Read the story of the 1939 snowstorm and Little Betty Amberger here.
Uncovering three fascinating stories from the Quaker House on Florida Ave, including President Hoover’s attendance at the opening, civil rights leader Ralph Abernathy speaking, & Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee being sued.
Take a step back in time and explore the real estate section of the Washington Times from June 7th, 1908. See what the city was like over a century ago!
Get a peek inside the incredible Walsh-McLean Mansion on Mass Ave, built by gold-mining magnate Thomas Walsh and filled with untold tales of what took place behind its walls. Learn about the royal visitors, soirees, and the long-lost golden nugget.
Street scene in Washington, D.C., winter of 1941-42. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by Louise Rosskam, probably taken near the N and Union intersection of her other shots. Clues are the Chung Wah laundry at 1264, the J. Marucci barbershop and the A. Peterman clothing store.
