Take a look at this 1949 photo from the Library of Congress' archives: a complicated traffic signal with signs for "Walk," "Don't Walk," "No Right Turn," and "Thru Only." How did this signal attempt to uncomplicate Washington, D.C. traffic? Read on to find out!
Discovering a bizarre sight in Washington, D.C. circa 1917: a toga-wearing child in a chariot, being pulled by two miniature horses. Marvel at this strange photo and learn more about it from Ghosts of DC!
Take a rare look inside a Washington, D.C. kindergarten classroom in 1899, as captured by photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. See the children learning about the anatomy of a live dog in this unique classroom scene.
Dive into the history of the Coaster Dips roller coaster at Glen Echo Park in 1921. Learn about the amusement park and tragic story related to Glen Echo. Check out the image of the riders from the time and discover the human love of "going for a ride"!
Relive a month in the life of a summer soldier at the Citizens' Military Training Camp in the early 20th century. Read this article based on first-hand experiences of the camp and learn of the experiences of young men during this time.
Discover the fascinating life of Mary McConnell Borah, the wife of Idaho Senator William Borah. From her birth in 1871 to her death in 1976, learn about her marriage, her support of her husband, and her vast collection of oriental treasures and statues.
Take a look at this photo from 1930 of a lacrosse game at Central High School (now Cardozo). Check out the British and American teams in their uniforms and find out who won the game!
I was able to find two documents related to Marjorie Morris on Ancestry.com. Learn more about her trip overseas with her family in 1926, reunion with Stanley Nishwitz and her 1940 U.S. Census record with Daniel Sinclair.
Take a look back in time and see what Dupont Circle in Washington, DC looked like in 1900. This amazing shot clearly shows the Patterson House (now the Washington Club) in the background. What a beautiful frozen moment in time!
Take a look at this amazing photo found in the National Archives. This smartly-dressed couple is riding an 1886-Model bicycle just south of the White House in Washington, D.C.
