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Category: Then and Now

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Old Dutch Market at Dupont Circle
The Old Dutch Market at Dupont Circle is now occupied by CVS. It was a thriving business in DC through the 1920s. See their launch ad and learn more about what happened to them.
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A Foreigner's Impressions of Washington in 1799
What did the new capital look like in 1799? This is an account John Davis, an Englishman who spent four years in the late 18th century traveling up and down the east coast of the new country.
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1968's Prediction for the Year 2000
Imagine predictions over 50 years ago coming true, such as the effects of climate change, the loss of privacy at the hands of technology, and the threat of nuclear war at the hands of a erratic nation-state.
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Then and Now: McPherson Square Building
Today the building at 910 15th St. NW, right off of McPherson Square is the Camden Parc Apartments. Back
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A Comparison of 7th & G Street NW in 1911 and Today
Take a look at the remarkable transformation of 7th & G Street NW in Washington D.C. from 1911 to today. See the difference in streetcars, automobiles, and horse-drawn carts in this comparison.
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A Look Back at the National Bank of Washington in 1892
Take a look back in time to 1892 with this beautiful old photograph of the National Bank of Washington. See how the buildings look today in a Google Street View!
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Check Out this Cool Google Street View and See How it Looked Back in the 1920s
Check out this cool view from Google Street View and see how it looked back in the 1920s. See the comparison with an image from the Library of Congress. Don't miss it!
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The Evolution of O Street Market: Comparing 1959 to Today
See the incredible transformation of the O Street Market from 1959 to today. Check out how this landmark has changed, and the similarities that remain. Visit the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. to learn more!
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Then and Now: Thomas Jefferson Street in Georgetown
Explore the transformation of Thomas Jefferson Street in Georgetown from 1899 to present day with this Then and Now comparison. See the same buildings in the Library of Congress photo and on Google Street View. Share it with your friends on Twitter and Facebook!
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Then and Now: Matchbox on 14th Street
The kind folks over at Matchbox on 14th St. sent over a bunch of great photos from their building. Check them out below. plan for bowling alley at 14th and T Club Bali advertisement Louis Armstrong 14th and T St. in the 1970s application for permit to build Casino...
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A Look Back at the Intersection of King Street and Market Street in Leesburg
Take a trip back in time and explore the intersection of King Street and Market Street in Leesburg today. See what the area looked like around 1920 with a look at the historic photo and Google Street View.
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A Look Back: Historical Photo of the Methodist Church on Market Street in Leesburg, VA
Take a look back at history with a photo of the Methodist Church on Market Street in Leesburg, VA. Plus, check out the Google Street View today of the same building.
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Cars Parked Along Railroad Tracks on Virginia Ave.
This is an old photo showing a row of parked cars along Virginia Ave. SW. Check out the Google Street View below. 1939 photograph next to the railroad tracks Source: Shorpy [googlemaps https://maps.google.com/maps?cbp=12,87.63,,0,4.65&layer=c&panoid=AbrZdO7-MJlqHhyJ3styhA&cbll=38.8855,-77.021597&dg=opt&ie=UTF8&ll=38.853612,-76.980515&spn=0.341689,0.724411&t=m&z=11&source=embed&output=svembed]
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Exploring Washington DC History Through a 1920 Photo of Three Homes on Randolph St. NW
Explore Washington DC's history through a stunning 1920 photo of three homes on Randolph St. NW. Amazingly, all three homes still stand today! See the photo and learn more about DC's past.
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The Anacostia Bank in 1918
The old Anacostia Bank in Washington, DC from 1918.
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Comparing Photos of Concerts on the White House South Lawn: 1921 and 2009
Take a look back in time at photos of two different concerts on the White House South Lawn: one taken in 1921 and another in 2009. See how the culture and technology have changed over time!
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Unearthing a Firehouse from the 1930s or 1940s and Seeing it in Google Street View
We found an undated photo of a firehouse from the 1930s or 1940s at the Library of Congress. Discover the amazing fact that the firehouse is still there and take a look at the Google Street View of it.
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A Look Back at Washington D.C.'s Changed Landscape: The Panama Legation Building
Take a look back at Washington D.C.'s changed landscape with this blog post about the Panama Legation building. See how this intersection has changed over time and view the original image from 1925.
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Silver Spring, Maryland in 1927: The National Guard Armory that is Still There Today!
Check out this amazing building in Silver Spring, Maryland! Built in 1927, the National Guard Armory is still standing today. Take a look at the photo and map to learn more about this amazing structure.
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Then and Now: Anacostia Home Construction Circa 1919 and Today
See the transformation of a home being constructed in Anacostia circa 1919 compared to today. This makes for a great Then and Now shot. Check out the Google Street View below.
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1955 Ad for Home on Bangor Street in Hillcrest
Hopefully we are earning a GoDCer for life in Ayanna by posting all of these Hillcrest-related advertisements. 3612 Bangor St. SE real estate advertisement – August 7th, 1955 If you know the person that lives here, send this to them. I’m sure they’d love to see their home back in 1955. And for all you GoDCers out there, compare the advertisement above to the Google Street View...
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The Kenesaw Building: The Suburbs of 1906 Washington, D.C.
Take a journey back in time to the suburbs of 1906 Washington, D.C. and explore the Kenesaw Building in Mt. Pleasant. Learn about its history, famous resident, and the opposition it faced in construction.
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A Then and Now Look at 9th and U Street During the '68 Riots
Take a look back in time at 9th and U Street during the '68 Riots. See then and now photos of the area and discover the history behind the building now occupied by Dickson Wine Bar.
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Lafayette Square: Then and Now
Here are some cool old photos and contemporary photos from the same spot in Lafayette Park, near the White House. The statues barely changed over a 100 years, but it’s fascinating to see what happened to the surroundings. [slideshow] (more…)
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A Look at a Car Accident on Massachusetts and 21st St. NW: Then and Now
Take a look at this serious car accident on Massachusetts and 21st St. NW from 1917 and then a recent Google Street View. Check out the photo from 1917 and then the recent Google Street View.
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Exploring the “Then and Now” of the Washington Star (or Evening Star) Building
Take a journey through time and explore the “Then and Now” of the Washington Star (or Evening Star) Building. Learn about the history of the building, the newspaper, and the renovation that saved it.
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Then and Now: The Old Riggs National Bank Across from the Department of Treasury
Take a journey back in time with this "Then and Now" shot of the old Riggs National Bank across from the Department of Treasury. See the 1919 and today's shot from Google Street View. Follow @GhostsofDC on Twitter for more updates.
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An Introduction to the Boulder Bridge of Rock Creek Park
Get to know the history of the Boulder Bridge of Rock Creek Park, designed by Captain Lansing H. Beach and constructed in 1902. Learn about its designer, Major General Beach, and the Melan method of construction used for the span.
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Comparing Photos from Columbia Rd. and Sherman Ave. NW in 1921 and Today
Compare photos from 1921 and today at the intersection of Columbia Rd. and Sherman Ave. NW in Washington, D.C. See the same row of homes still standing and read about the automobile accident that happened there in 1921.
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Exploring the Dedication Ceremony of the Joan of Arc Statue in Meridian Hill Park
Take a journey through history to explore the dedication of the iconic Joan of Arc statue in Meridian Hill Park. Learn about the ceremony, the people in attendance, and the symbolism of the statue.
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