Eastern Market Archives

Exploring Eastern Market: A Side-by-Side Comparison of a 1903 Map and a Google Map

December 20, 2021March 4, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Take a look at the past and present of Eastern Market with this side-by-side comparison of a 1903 map and a Google Map. Learn more about the history of this DC neighborhood!

Exploring the History of Eastern Market: From the Grand Opening in 1873 to Highway Bandits and Child Abductors

December 8, 2021July 12, 2012 by ghostsofdc

Eastern Market after fire renovations (source: Flickr user A Culinary (Photo) Journal)

Explore the past of Eastern Market in Washington, D.C.- from the grand opening in 1873 to the highway bandits and child abductors that have graced its history. Learn more about this iconic market!