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Concept Model of the National Air Museum

Early Rejected Designs for the National Air and Space Museum

In 1958, President Eisenhower approved plans for a National Air Museum. See some of the fascinating and beautiful designs that didn't make it.

Mid-1960s Vision for Washington's Metro System

The proposals were published to convince transit officials that the 19-mile system authorized by Congress within the city - part of a 25-mile network extending into the suburbs -would be inadequate by 1985.

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Abandoned Capitol Traction Company Powerhouse in 1967

These haunting 1967 photos show the inside and outside of the old Capitol Traction Company Powerhouse, previously located on the Georgetown waterfront.

Hoover Field: Before the Pentagon and National Airport

There used to be an airport where the Pentagon stands today. Washington-Hoover Airport operated from 1933 to 1941, replaced by National Airport.

Old D.C. Council Campaign Posters

Not everyone wins an election. Here's a sample of some people who ran for D.C. Council and didn't make it.

Amazing 1870s Railroad Photos of Washington

These 1870s photos are incredible, showing the District just following the Civil War. Click on them for more details.

Never-Built Ulysses Grant Memorial Bridge

This most incredible image shows what the Ulysses Grant Memorial Bridge would have liked like today. It would have been where the current Arlington Memorial Bridge is today.

Almost-Built Highways of Washington, DC

Why doesn't 395 cut through Washington, DC? This is the history of highways in DC.

The Story of How Reno Road in North Cleveland Park Almost Became Washington Avenue

Learn the fascinating story of how Reno Road in North Cleveland Park almost became Washington Avenue in honor of the west coast state. Find out why the proposal was opposed by Senator Howard Cannon of Nevada.