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!
Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase was one of the first planned streetcar suburbs in the Washington area, developed in the 1890s by Senator Francis Newlands as a residential community at the end of the Connecticut Avenue line. These posts trace the neighborhood from its origins as a real estate speculation to its current status as one of DC’s most desirable addresses.
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.
Exploring History: Map of Chevy Chase, Section 2 from 1890
Check out this amazing map of Chevy Chase, Section 2 from 1890. Discover the history of this incredible place with us at the Library of Congress!
Whoopee Party in Chevy Chase Ends in Tragedy with a Fatal Blow (1929)
A 1929 whoopee party in Chevy Chase turned deadly when William Francis Mudd was killed by a blow to the skull. Read the full Washington Post account.
What $500 Down Payment in 1911 Chevy Chase Would Be Worth Today
Ever wonder what a $500 down payment in 1911 Chevy Chase would be worth today? Find out in this blog post, and learn why Chevy Chase ain’t cheap!
Ah, Kids Will Be Kids: A Look at a Wild Flapper-Era Party in Chevy Chase and a Burlesque Show at the Strand Theater
Ah, kids will be kids. Even your grandparents and great-grandparents were kids once, and they too got themselves into trouble. Read about this wild flapper-era “whoopee” party in Chevy Chase and a burlesque show at the Strand Theater in downtown Washington, D.C.
Highlighting an Old Local Baseball Hero: Joe Judge
Learn about Joe Judge, Washington’s first baseman for almost 18 seasons starting in 1915 up until 1932. Joe was a fine ball player, batting .300 or higher in nine seasons and set a number of American League records. Read about his career and his embrace of the city of Washington.
Uncovering the Development of Chevy Chase in 1918
Explore the development of Chevy Chase in Washington, D.C. in 1918, just after Armistice Day. Discover the new homes, rising prices, and the impact of the war on the area with this exploration of Fulton R. Gordon’s plans for the area.
3 Things You Didn’t Know Happened at Chevy Chase Circle
Take a trip to the far reaches of the District and learn about 3 things you didn’t know happened at Chevy Chase Circle: a tragic suicide, a cricket match, and a tornado!