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A Rare Look at D.C. in 1894, with a Surprising Unbuilt Bridge
Check out this rare map of the D.C. area from 1894 and see the Ulysses Grant Memorial Bridge, which was never built. Plus, see the source from the National Archives.
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Unraveling the Streets of DC in 1892: A Map of Washington City
An amazing map of Washington City from 1892 reveals the streets of the nation's capital in great detail. Learn what it was like to navigate the city before the World's Fair and street renaming.
Birdseye view of the National Capital, including the site of the proposed World's Exposition of 1892 and Permanent Exposition of the Three Americas
Exploring the Unbuilt Washington World's Fair of 1892
Take a look back in time to what Washington could have been like if the 1892 World's Fair had been held here. See the proposed layout, and check out the bridge where Memorial Bridge stands today.
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Exploring the Proposed Highway Changes to Washington, DC in 1897
Take a look back in time to 1897 and explore the proposed highway changes to Washington, DC. Read the full article from The Evening Star to learn more about the fascinating history of the city.
view from White House over front lawn in 1897
A Rare Look at the White House Front Lawn in 1897
Take a step back in time and view the White House front lawn in 1897 with this rare image from the Library of Congress. Get a glimpse of what it looked like over 100 years ago!
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The Creative Burglar of Kalorama: An Amusing Tale from the Washington Post, 1898
Read the amusing tale of a creative, but poorly armed, burglar in Kalorama back in the 19th century. From the Washington Post in June of 1898, this story is sure to bring a smile to your face.
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Discovering the Story of Officer Sprinkle and the Inspiration for our Logo
Learn the incredible story of Officer Sprinkle and how it led to the inspiration for our logo. Read the original biography from the 1908 Metropolitan Police Department's official history book, plus the original photo that inspired it!
The Sidewalk Dance - Handpainted Oil Painting by John George Brown (1894)
Did They Do The Harlem Shake? Tales from a 19th Century Washington Dance
Step back in time to the 19th century Washington dance scene! Read this article to find out how people danced, find out who was there, and the all-important question: did they do the Harlem Shake? Learn the answer and more here!
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An Interesting Experiment: The Effect of Whisky and Beer on Oyster Digestion
An interesting experiment was conducted by a Washington physician to determine the relative effect of whisky and lager beer on the digestion of food in the human stomach. Read this article to find out the outcome and try it for yourself at Pearl Dive or Hank's!
Major Russell Harrison and Harrison children--Baby McKee and sister on goat cart
A Sight You're Unlikely to See Today: Kids Riding a Goat Cart on the South Lawn
Take a look back in time to a sight you're unlikely to see today: kids riding a goat cart on the South Lawn. Major Russell Harrison and his children provide a glimpse of quaint times gone by.

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