Discover the history of Westmont Shopping Center in Arlington, VA, from its origins in 1940 to today. Learn about the intersection of Columbia Pike and Glebe Road, and the investment of $250,000 in the structure. Check out the drawing of the shopping center from the article!
Take a look back in time with these rare photos of the unfinished Jefferson Memorial in 1942. See the Washington Monument, Capitol Building, and Lincoln Memorial from a unique perspective!
On this date, 50 years ago, The Washington Post printed a story about the government of Austria owing the District back taxes on their embassy for lack of payment during World War II. The Austrians have been billed since the property was registered in their name the whole time. Find out if the bill was ever paid.
Relive a historical moment with this cool photo from Howard University's Women's Athletic Day in 1949. See the photos and learn more about this special day!
Take a journey back in time to rediscover the Washingtonians of the past. We've put together a compilation of names and photos from 1912 to 1942. Watch our first video in quite some time here now! (P.S. Sorry for the typo in the video.)
Explore the fascinating history of Naylor Gardens, McLean Gardens, and Seminary Heights during World War II. These housing developments were built to accommodate the booming population of the city in Southeast, Northwest, and Arlington, respectively.
Learn the history of McLean Gardens, from the estate of John Roll McLean to a WWII housing project. Explore the estate's 18-hole golf course, cast iron swimming pool, and Italian gardens. Plus, see the McLean family in the 1930 U.S. Census.
Take a look back in time through this historic photograph from 1946 of the First Congregational Church in Washington, D.C. Learn more about the history of the church and the city through the Historical Society of Washington, D.C.
