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Chevy Chase ad in 1922
Exploring the History of Chevy Chase Through an Advertisement From 1922
Explore the history of Chevy Chase with this advertisement from 1922. Learn more about this Washington DC neighborhood from the past. #ChevyChase #History #WashingtonDC
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The Rise and Fall of the Chevy Chase Ice Palace and Sports Center
Discover the history of the Chevy Chase Ice Palace and Sports Center in Washington, DC, from its opening day in 1938 to its demolition in late 2019. Learn about the ice rink, bowling alley, pool hall, Best & Co. clothing store, and more!
Andrew J. Cummings, Jr., on his pony "Sugar," Andrew J. “Cy” Cummings, and Zelpha Cummings, c. 1920-1923. From a print lent by Andrew J. Cummings, Jr. CCHS 2008.12.06.
Andrew J. 'Cy' Cummings: A Larger-Than-Life Figure in Chevy Chase
Andrew J. 'Cy' Cummings was a larger-than-life figure in early 1900's Chevy Chase. He was a football star at Georgetown, a successful farmer, politician, and sportsman. Read more about 'Big Cy' from the Chevy Chase Historical Society.
Cleveland Park in 1919
Exploring Connecticut Avenue in 1919: A Map of Cleveland Park and Chevy Chase
Take a journey back in time to explore Connecticut Avenue in 1919 with maps of Cleveland Park and Chevy Chase. See what the area looked like over 100 years ago!
3926-3928 Morrison St. NW
Comparing Morrison Street Then and Now: An Old Photo of 3926-3928 Morrison St. NW and a Look at What It Looks Like Today
Take a look back at Morrison Street in DC with this old photo of 3926-3928 Morrison St. NW and compare it to what it looks like today with Google Street View. See how the streets used to be dirt roads!
Chevy Chase Club in the 1920s
Photos of Chevy Chase Country Club in the 1920s
Discover a piece of the past with these photos of Chevy Chase Country Club in the 1920s, courtesy of the Library of Congress. Explore what life was like in the 1920s with these photos!
At the White House gates. "M.A. Rainey, October 5, 1922." National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
Wild Police Chases of the 1980s in D.C.: Three Things You May Not Have Known
Step back in time and explore wild police chases in D.C. from the 1980s. Read about three of the most noteworthy, plus photos and newspaper clips. Learn something new about D.C. today!
Chevy Chase Ice Palace, Washington. D.C. Couple doing fancy ice skating (Library of Congress)
A Blast from the Past: A Picture from the Chevy Chase Ice Palace in November 1942
Take a trip back in time and explore the Chevy Chase Ice Palace in November 1942. See a great photo of a couple doing fancy ice skating and learn more about this unique place in Washington, D.C.
Washington Times - June 7th, 1908
A Look Inside the Real Estate Section of the Washington Times, June 7th, 1908
Take a step back in time and explore the real estate section of the Washington Times from June 7th, 1908. See what the city was like over a century ago!
Washington, D.C., circa 1924. "Sanctuary, Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church." National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
A Look Inside the Sanctuary of The Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church in 1924
Take a look inside the sanctuary of the Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church in 1924 with this photo from Shorpy. See the historic interior of the church and click on the photo for greater detail.

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