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Looking Back in Time: A Glimpse of Farragut Square in 1919 through Historical Photographs

Step back in time with a series of captivating photographs of Farragut Square in 1919, taken by the Smithsonian. Discover the tranquil atmosphere and contrasting scenery of the past, and reflect on the social changes and technological advancements that have shaped our world over the last century.

Aerial view from the Washington Monument showing the "Tempos" or temporary buildings before their demolition. They were located on the site of the future National Museum of History and Technology (NMHT), now the National Museum of American History (NMAH)

A Rare Look at the Washington Monument in the 1940s

Take a rare look at the Washington Monument in the 1940s, when temporary buildings occupied the current site of the Museum of American History. See the aerial view from the Washington Monument and learn more about the history of the area.

Looking toward the west side of the United States Capitol building, a panoramic view of the city of Washington, D.C. shows the Mall area in the foreground before the railroad tracks were removed. A train is visible on the tracks. The domed structure in front of the Capitol is the Botanic Garden original octagonal greenhouse of 1859 and behind it the central pavilion added after the Civil War. The buildings were razed in 1932. The Botanic Garden was on a site previously occupied by the Columbian Institute for the Promotion of Arts and Sciences in Washington, D.C.

Exploring the City of Washington D.C. Around 1900

Explore the city of Washington D.C. in 1900 with this amazing photo shared by the Smithsonian Archives. See the Mall area in the foreground with a train visible on the tracks before the railroad tracks were removed.

At the turn of the century, visitors are entering and leaving the United States National Museum Building, now Arts and Industries Building, via the North Entrance. The entrance has glass doors, which dates it to before the Hornblower and Marshall designed doors installed between 1902-1907

Exploring the Smithsonian's Flickr Feed: A Look at the Arts and Industries Building Around 1905

Take a look back in time as we explore the Smithsonian's Flickr feed and uncover a photograph of the Arts & Industries Building around 1905. Learn more about this historical moment here!

West Executive Ave. and the Washington Monument (1919)

Exploring the Smithsonian's Historic Photos of the West Wing and Washington Monument

Take a trip down memory lane with us as we explore the Smithsonian's archives of historic photos of the West Wing and the Washington Monument. See the stunning photos of DC's past! #Smithsonian #WestWing #WashingtonMonument

Department of Treasury (1910) - Library of Congress

A Detailed Look at the Treasury Building in 1910

Take a detailed look at the Treasury Building in 1910 with this stunning photograph from the Library of Congress. Explore the history behind this iconic building and its role in US government.

Jordan Zimmermann’s Spectacular Performance Pales in Comparison to Walter Johnson’s Scoreless Streak in 1913

Jordan Zimmermann’s stunning 1-0 one-hit victory over the Cincinnati Reds Friday night was an impressive feat, but it pales in comparison to Walter Johnson’s remarkable streak of 55 2/3 consecutive innings without allowing a run in 1913.

A Stunning 1888 Photograph of the Capitol Building from the Old Post Office on F Street

Take a look at this stunning photo of the Capitol Building from 1888, taken from the old post office on F Street (now Hotel Monaco). This incredible image was taken by William M. Chase.

Exploring the Old Post Office Building in Washington, DC: Photos from 1920

Take a trip back in time by viewing these amazing photos from 1920 of the Old Post Office Building in Washington, DC. Learn about the history of the building and why it's still standing today, despite President Trump's plans for it.

Photo shows historic boarding house, also called Eastern Branch Hotel, on the south side of Pennsylvania Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C. (Source: Records of the Columbia Historical Society, 1904, v. 7, p. 79)

The Forgotten History of Washington D.C.'s First Hotel - Tunnicliff's Eastern Branch

The overlooked history of Tunnicliff's Eastern Branch Hotel, Washington D.C.'s first hotel established in 1796, later demolished in 1931 to build a gas station.

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