Read Clark Mills' scathing letter to the editor about the unfinished Washington Monument. Mills was the sculptor of the Andrew Jackson statue in Lafayette Park. Learn more about this interesting piece from the Washington Post from 1877.
GoDCer, and avid history buff, Mike sent over these great images the other week. Take a look and see how great they are. Fascinating old history of the Naval Museum. See the rare photographs of the US Navy Museum on GoDC.
Take a step back in time and explore the Smithsonian Institution Building in 1874. See the horse-drawn carriages, the storefronts, and the signs as captured in this historic photograph taken by William Henry Holmes.
Take a look at the incredible Winder Building after the Civil War. This remarkable building is still standing and in use by the U.S. Trade Representative today. See a photo from the 1870s here!
Discover the story of Stewart's Castle, a lost gem of Washington DC's architectural history. Learn about its design, famous residents, and ultimate demolition in 1901 in this post.
Not many remember Rutherford B. Hayes, but we'd like to shine a light on the 19th President with a series of photos from his 1877 Inauguration. See the Senate wing of the U.S. Capitol, inauguration stand, and more!
Dive into the past and explore Alexandria County (now Arlington County) in 1879 with this awesome map from the Library of Congress map collection. GoDCer Tim will love it!
Learn the history of Chain Bridge Road in Washington, DC, and why it's named after a bridge that has no chains. Discover the story of the bridge's role in the Civil War and the floods of 1936 that led to its replacement.
Get a glimpse of Washington DC from a never-before-seen panoramic view! This series of 5 photographs shows the Mall area, Agriculture Department, Capitol Hill, U.S. Capitol, and more. Take a look at this unique perspective of the nation’s capitol.
