A Rare Look at the Area Around Brightwood in 1907
Take a rare peek at Brightwood in 1907 by exploring this historic map. GoDCer Ian emailed us about this unique artifact. Enjoy!
Brightwood
Brightwood sits in upper Northwest DC along the old 7th Street Turnpike, with Civil War-era fortifications and late 19th-century streetcar development still visible in its streets. Fort Stevens, where Lincoln came under fire, stands here.
Exploring Camp Brightwood on the Cultural Tourism D.C. Heritage Trail
Take an historic journey to Camp Brightwood on the Cultural Tourism D.C. Heritage Trail. Learn more about this Civil War landmark at 5704 Georgia Ave. NW.
The Giant Car Barn on 14th St. NW: A 1907 Story
Take a look back at the past century with this story of the giant car barn on 14th Street NW in 1907. Learn how it was built, what it cost and what it means today.
Petworth: From Rural to Hipsters – Exploring the History of this DC Neighborhood
Explore the history of Petworth, DC, from its country estates and ancient city to its recent development as a hipster neighborhood. Read this blog for fun facts and more!
Officer Sprinkle: Captured Geronimo, Accused Bootlegger, and Bodyguard to President Wilson
A couple of reader comments about an Officer Sprinkle in this earlier post piqued my interest in finding out a little more about the guy who has the kind of name you’d give to a cat. An unforgettable name, so hopefully I’ll be able to dig up enough information on this guy to write a … Read more