Washington, DC History & Old Stories of DC

Centreville, VA was established in 1792 by local landowners with the intent of creating a center point between the more established towns: Alexandria, Colchester, Dumfries, Middleburg, Georgetown, Warrenton, and Leesburg. Learn more about its fascinating origin story here.

Fascinating 1922 Photo of 9th and G Streets in Shows a Very Different City

What did the area around today's Metro Center look like about 100 years ago? Check out this detailed photo and map of the area from 1922.

May 1865. "Another artillery unit passing on Pennsylvania Avenue near the Treasury." Wet plate glass negative by Mathew Brady.

A Pivotal Moment in History: Mathew Brady's Stunning Photo of Washington, D.C. in 1865

Discover a pivotal moment in history with Mathew Brady's stunning photo of Washington, D.C. in 1865, capturing the end of the Civil War era.

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Griffith Stadium from the air in 1960 (Wikipedia)

Remembering Griffith Stadium: The Demise of a D.C. Landmark

Remember the days of Griffith Stadium? Learn about the demise of this D.C. landmark, which was the site of three World Series, two All-Star games, and eight U.S. Presidents. Read the sad article from the Washington Post and watch a YouTube video to learn more.

Washington, D.C., circa 1927. Nature Magazine -- Walter Layman. (Colorized Photo).

Two New Colorized Photos to Identify the Location of a 1927 Image

Discover two new colorized photos from 1927. See if you can identify the buildings in the background and pinpoint the location! Spend at least an hour of your morning on this awesome image from Pinterest.

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"The President's Walk" Was Almost Reagan's Last

Hinckley was arrested and found not guilty of his charges by reason of insanity. He was sent to St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington, DC, less than ten minutes from the place he attempted to assassinate Reagan.

The Girl Scout Little House around 1924. It appears the house is in transit, as evidenced by the raised foundation

Exploring the Role of DC in Girl Scout History

Discover the Girl Scout history of Washington, DC, from Juliette Gordon Low founding the Girl Guides in 1912 to the Little House built behind the White House in 1923. Learn how the Scouts served their community during the Great Depression and more.

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Third in a series of four panoramic photographs of Washington, D.C., from left to right (west to east) taken from a tower in the Smithsonian Institution Building. The Mall area is covered with trees. The streets on the left perpendicular to the Mall are 12th Street and 11th Street. The long building on the right is Center Market bounded by Pennsylvania Avenue, Constitution Avenue, 7th and 9th Streets, N.W. Up and behind Center Market on the right, the large building is the Pension Bureau Building bounded by F and G Streets, N.W., between 4th and 5th Streets, designed by General Montgomery C. Meigs, completed in 1887, later occupied by many government agencies and now known as the National Building Museum

Is Washington the Most Beautiful City in the World?

Explore the beauty of Washington DC, the US capital, and why many people believe it is the most beautiful city in the world. Learn about the McMillan Plan, the unbuilt Grant Memorial, and Frederick Law Olmsted. Read the full article from 1907.

A Glimpse at History: A Wonderful Old Photo of the Navy Yard

Take a look back in time with this wonderful old photo of the Navy Yard. View the photo and learn more about its history at our site.

Exploring DC in 1913: Maps of Observatory Circle, Woodley Park and Glover Park

Take a look back at DC in 1913 with maps of Observatory Circle, Woodley Park & Glover Park. See what's changed and comment your observations below!

Unveiling the Splendor of the United States Capitol Building: A Photo From 1918-1920

Explore the beauty of the United States Capitol Building in this stunning photo from 1918-1920. Take a look at this amazing piece of history and learn more about its significance.

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The old U.S. Naval Observatory, on the Hilltop in Foggy Bottom, Washington D.C., the current headquarter of BUMED.

Watch This Really Cool Film Sent to Us by GoDCer Michael

Check out this really cool film sent to us by GoDCer Michael. We're sorry it took so long to post, but it's now available to watch - click the link to start streaming today!

Explore the National Cathedral's Construction Through Vintage Photos

Take a look back in time with these vintage photos of the National Cathedral under construction during 1932-1933. See the progress of this iconic structure and explore an important part of US history.

Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1861, by D. McClelland, Blanchard & Mohun, Hugh B. Sweeny, and Thos. Blagden, in the Clerks Office of the District Court of the District of Columbia.

Exploring Washington in the 1850s: Mapping Buildings, Roads, and Rural Property

Take a journey back in time to 1850s Washington with this detailed map which marks all the buildings, roads, and rural property owners. Discover fascinating large plots of land outside Boundary Street with this map from the Library of Congress.

An early 1887 design for the memorial bridge across the Potomac River, by Paul J. Pelz.

Unbuilt Grant Memorial Bridge and the Cost of Washington Buildings

Learn about the unbuilt Grant Memorial Bridge and the cost of Washington buildings, including the Capitol, White House, and George Washington University. Read the full article from The Baltimore Sun here.

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