Metro in Washington DC opened on March 27th, 1976. All rides were free that day on the 4.6 miles of tracks.

Take a step back in time and explore Washington DC in 1935. This fascinating photograph shows the intersection of 13th and F St. NW. Click on it for greater details!

Take a look back in time with these amazing photos of Metro Center under construction in 1973. Don't miss these other great old Metro photos showing Dupont Circle!

Check out this amazing old photo of G St. at 13th St. in Washington, DC taken on May 25th, 1930. An incredible blast from the past! Source: Dig DC

Take a look back at the 700 block of 12th Street NW in 1920. This is the area around Metro Center today, and you won't believe how different it looks! See the photo and read more about it here.

Learn about the history of Washington DC's Metro Center Station, from the 1969 plans for the station to the current hub of the DC Metro. Discover stories about the station's construction and how it became the bustling hub it is today.

What is the history of Farragut Square in Washington, DC? Read three great stories from its past.