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1974 Visionary Blueprint for Pennsylvania Avenue's Revitalization
Explore the visionary plan for revitalizing Pennsylvania Avenue, blending history with modernity to reimagine "America's Main Street" for the future.
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The Legacy of the McCrory Disaster: A Somber Reminder of the Devastating Impact of Industrial Accidents
On November 21, 1929, a boiler explosion in the basement of the McCrory five-and-dime store in Washington, D.C. killed six people and injured dozens more. The legacy of the McCrory disaster serves as a reminder of the importance of workplace safety and the need to remain vigilant in upholding high standards of safety and prevention.
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1880 Map of Telegraph Lines in Washington
The first overland long-distance telegraph line in the United States was between Baltimore and Washington in 1843. This map shows all telegraph lines in Washington in 1880.
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Three Other Things That Happened at the Watergate
Here are three other notable things that happened at the Watergate. The Reagans had to exit the building by candlelight because the power went out. There were bomb threats and a major protest of the Chicago Seven trial.
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Exploring 1950s Washington, D.C. Through Film Footage
Discover Washington, D.C. from 1950s through film footage and narrative, including George Washington's slaves "living happily in their quarters." Watch the video to explore this fascinating era.
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1890s Map of Diarrhea Deaths in Washington
An 1890s map of Washington, DC and deaths related to diarrhea, heavily concentrated in Swampoodle and Murder Bay.
Chain Bridge in 1861
A Rare Glimpse of Chain Bridge in 1861
We recently came across a rare picture of Chain Bridge in 1861. Click through to read more and see this historic image from the Library of Congress.
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Alexandria, Va. Steam frigate Pensacola. Photographs of the Federal Navy, and seaborne expeditions against the Atlantic Coast of the Confederacy -- the Federal Navy, 1861-1865.
Incredible Civil War Photos of Alexandria, VA: The Steam Frigate Pensacola in 1861
Take a look at these incredible Civil War photos of Alexandria, VA from 1861. See the steam frigate Pensacola in all its glory and click on it for some amazing details. Source: Library of Congress.
Old State Department Building, corner 15 Street and Pennsylvania Avenue - photo taken during the Civil War
A Closer Look at the Old State Department Building During the Civil War
Get a better look at the Old State Department Building during the Civil War with this amazing photo. Click on it for some amazing details and find out why there are a large number of wooden boxes at the main entrance to the building.
Woodrow Wilson revived the tradition of the oral State of the Union address (1913)
Woodrow Wilson's 1913 State of the Union
The first State of the Union was in 1800 by our second president, John Adams. Thomas Jefferson began the tradition of passing along the state of the union in writing to Congress, allegedly because he felt he was an inadequate public speaker. In 1913, the task of speaking directly to a joint session of Congress was reestablished by Woodrow Wilson. Woodrow Wilson revived the tradition of the oral State of the Union address (1913) Gentlemen of the Congress: In pursuance of my constitutional duty...
Parking lot in DC, April 1938
Can You Identify This Parking Lot in DC from 1938?
Take a look at this old photo taken in 1938 of a parking lot in DC. Can you identify where this is? Join the GoDC community and add your thoughts in the comments.
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Exterior of the Knickerbocker on opening day, 1917
The Tragic Story of the Knickerbocker Storm: A DC Blizzard that Led to 98 Deaths in 1922
The Knickerbocker Storm of 1922 was a historic DC blizzard that led to the tragic deaths of 98 people in the historic Knickerbocker Theater. Learn the story of the storm, its aftermath, and its legacy today.
View of four boats in the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal lined up to cross the Potomac Aqueduct Bridge. The boats are owned by the Canal Towage Co. (misspelled "Towace). The postcard's reverse is stamped "Sunday Magazine April 16, 1933."
A Look at the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal in 1909
Get a glimpse of the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal in 1909! View a photo of four boats crossing the Potomac Aqueduct Bridge owned by the Canal Towage Co. Learn more here.
Washington, D.C., circa 1934. "Washington Monument. Capstone without lightning rods." 8x10 nitrate negative by Theodor Horydczak.
Amazing Photo of Washington Monument Apex
What is on top of the Washington Monument? This close-up photo shows it was repaired in 1934.
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Welcome to Map Week! Check Out This 1903 Map of Judiciary Square
Welcome to Map Week! Every morning, we'll share a map with the GoDC community. Check out this great 1903 map of Judiciary Square, featuring the Pension Building and City Hall in the middle. Source: Library of Congress.

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