Investigate a 1922 street scene in Washington, D.C. with this photo. We'll explore clues to figure out exactly where it was taken. Join us to uncover the mystery!
This week marks the 152nd anniversary of the D.C. Emancipation Act, which ended slavery in the District of Columbia and ultimately freed almost 3,000 slaves in Washington. Celebrate with a parade and other events, and read the transcript of the bill here.
Take a look back in time with this old photo taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston at the turn of the 20th century. See it for yourself and uncover a piece of history!
Take a look back at the 1925 ad for a beautiful home in Washington, DC. See how much it's worth today and learn more about the current residents. #DC #RealEstate #History
This portrait of Lewis Powell captures the likeness of the man who tried to kill Secretary of State William Seward in 1865. It's a powerful reminder of the human dimension of history and the power of images to evoke the past.
What was life like living in a Washington boarding house during World War II? Here is a series of photos showing the life of young men and women in their communal living arrangements.
Take a look back in time to April 1865 and see a photograph of 21st and F St. NW at the conclusion of the Civil War. Does it look a little different to you? Source: civilwarphotos.net
Celebrate the New Year with a look back at a 1925 White House reception. See a photo of a group of military officers visiting the White House 89 years ago today.
Take a look at the famous trio of celebrities who attended the '63 March on Washington: Sammy Davis Jr., Charlton Heston, and Harry Belafonte. See photos from the event!
Join us as we uncover the mystery of the 1913 Washington, DC storm. We'll take a look at the photo, the damage it caused, and what we can learn from it.
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