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A Glimpse Into the Past: Viewing Pennsylvania Avenue in Front of the Treasury Building

  • Published March 1, 2023
View east on Pennsylvania Ave. in front of the Department of Treasury
Take a step back in time and discover a glimpse into the past with this amazing photo of Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the Treasury Building. Discover more at the Historical Society of D.C. website.
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What a great photo. We uncovered this one at the Historical Society of D.C. website. You are looking down Pennsylvania Avenue, the Treasury building is to the right and the sidewalk is full of nicely dressed pedestrians.

View east on Pennsylvania Ave. in front of the Department of Treasury
View east on Pennsylvania Ave. in front of the Department of Treasury. Source: Historical Society of D.C.

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