Can you imagine living in an apartment for only $37.50 a month? Believe it or not, it was possible in 1908! Learn more about this incredible deal, and the original name for Adams Morgan - Washington Heights!
Check out this rare map of the D.C. area from 1894 and see the Ulysses Grant Memorial Bridge, which was never built. Plus, see the source from the National Archives.
Take a look back in time at the construction of the Hart Senate Office Building in 1979, as discovered on the U.S. Capitol's Flickr page. Learn about this piece of U.S. history and view the photo of the building in progress.
An incredible colorized photo of the Unknown Soldier being taken to Arlington National Cemetery. See the colorized version and learn more about the Unknown Soldier’s journey with this blog post.
Learn the surprising history of the Washington Monument before it was completed. From an eyesore to a beef depot, discover the unique story of this iconic landmark.
Take a look back in time and see the Library of Congress in the early 1900s with this amazing, sharp photo. See the history and beauty of this iconic building.
Take a look back in time with this amazing photo of a massive crowd pushing their way into the White House to shake the hand of President Calvin Coolidge. Times sure were different!
Take a journey back in time to explore the undeveloped Mount Pleasant of 1907 through a fascinating map. You can also see across 16th St. into what is now better known as Columbia Heights.
