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Explore the History of Georgia Avenue Through an 1870s Photograph
Take a step back in time and explore the history of Georgia Avenue. Check out this 1870s photograph and learn more about the area with a deeper dive into the history of the road. Source: Park View DC.
Ford's Theatre
Pictures Tell a Story: Exploring an Old Photograph of Ford's Theatre
Explore an old photograph of Ford's Theatre with us in the new "Pictures Tell a Story" series. We've dug up some fascinating facts about the people and buildings in the photo, including a prosthetic legs store and Georgetown College.
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Exploring the Legacy of Matthew Gault Emery, the Last Mayor of Washington City Before the District of Columbia Organic Act of 1871
Discover the legacy of Matthew Gault Emery, the last mayor of Washington City before the District of Columbia Organic Act of 1871. Learn more about his life, the era he lived in, and his accomplishments in office.
advertisement - June 12th, 1879
Painting Without Expertise - How Anyone Can Paint and Achieve Professional Results
Do you want to paint like a professional, but don't have the expertise? Learn how to achieve great results without being an expert with our tips and tricks. Great news - it's easier than you think!
advertisement - June 12th, 1879
Exploring a Unique Advertisement from the Washington Post, June 12th, 1879
Take a look back in time with us and explore a unique advertisement from the Washington Post, printed on June 12th, 1879. Discover the interesting history behind this vintage ad!
Analoston Island
Exploring Analoston Island: A Georgetown University Visit
Explore Analoston Island with Georgetown University Library. Discover the beauty and history of this unique island with photos and resources from the university's archives.
train advertisement - December 17th, 1877
Exploring the Past: Taking the Clyde's New Express Line From Georgetown to Philadelphia and Boston in 1877
Take a trip back in time to the 1870s and explore the Clyde's New Express Line from Georgetown to Philadelphia and Boston. Learn more in this blog post about the advertisement from December 17th, 1877.
real estate listings - December 17th, 1877
Exploring Real Estate from 1877: A Look at 1523 P St. & 911 L St.
Explore real estate from 1877 and how it has changed today! See how 1523 P St. and 911 L St. look today with our Google Street View and learn how much you'd need to pay to buy them now.
waterfront view of Georgetown in the 1790s
What Would Georgetown Have Been Without DC? An Insiders Look from William Corcoran
Get an insider’s look from 19th century banking tycoon William Corcoran about what Georgetown’s prospects would have been had the city of Washington not been placed right next to it. Read on to find out more.
plan for the proposed National Library at Judiciary Square
Proposed National Library at Judiciary Square: Two Drawings from 1875-1879
Explore two drawings of the proposed National Library at Judiciary Square between 1875 and 1879. See what could have been if this plan had been accepted!

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