Sheridan-Kalorama Archives

Never Built: Metro’s Bridge Over Rock Creek

November 3, 2021October 1, 2013 by ghostsofdc

In these 1966 drawings, train cars roll under Connecticut Avenue, but above Rock Creek. These amazing early Metro plans never came to fruition. They depict the Red Line between Dupont Circle and Woodley Park.

The 1929 Kalorama Home Advertisement and What it Looks Like Today

January 20, 2022September 18, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Take a look at this 1929 Kalorama home advertisement and see how much it changed when it was sold in 2012 for an impressive $2.2 million. Check out the before and after here!

Exploring the History of Temple Heights and Oak Lawn, North of Dupont Circle

November 4, 2021April 5, 2013 by ghostsofdc

aerial view of Temple Heights in the early 1930s (Library of Congress)

Take a look back in time and explore the history of Temple Heights and Oak Lawn, located north of Dupont Circle in Washington DC. Learn about the past of this iconic area and discover how it has changed over the years.

Obama House in Kalorama at 2446 Belmont Street

June 9, 2024March 14, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Take an in-depth look at 2446 Belmont Road NW, the former home of the Obamas and Captain Charles Maddox, a military radio pioneer. Learn about the history of this lovely Kalorama home and its previous owners.

Exploring Kalorama Through Time: A Comparison of the 1907 and Present-Day Maps

December 20, 2021March 11, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Take a look at the amazing transformation of Kalorama over time. From an empty lot in 1907 to a bustling, vibrant neighborhood worth over $200 million today – explore the comparison of these two maps!

A Look Back at Washington Heights (Adams Morgan) and Kalorama in 1903

December 20, 2021February 6, 2013 by ghostsofdc

1903 map of Kalorama and Washington Heights

Explore what Washington Heights (Adams Morgan) and Kalorama looked like in 1903 with this map of the area just north of Boundary Street (Florida Avenue).

If Walls Could Talk: Embassy of Ireland

November 22, 2021March 26, 2012 by ghostsofdc

St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone, but that is only the climax of the love affair between our country and The Emerald Isle.

Everyone has, or claims to have, some link back to Ireland. My wife firmly places her heritage on that island, but alas, I trace my roots back to Ayrshire and the Scottish Lowlands — I don’t think the Irish will hold this against me.

Everyone’s favorite country is a great one to kick off a twist on our favorite series “If Walls Could Talk” … the embassies version. Given the grandeur of the homes along Mass Ave. and scattered throughout the city, these are sure to uncover some great stories. I’m sure the Embassy of Ireland at 2234 Massachusetts Ave. NW holds many fascinating tales.

Exploring the History of 2515 Cliffbourne Pl. NW: The Green House in the “Rainbow Row” of Historic Homes

January 13, 2021January 31, 2012 by ghostsofdc

The "Rainbow Row" of homes on Cliffbourne Pl. NW

This is the first in a four-part series of posts covering the colorful homes on Cliffbourne Pl. NW, between Calvert St. and Biltmore St. You’ve seen these before, the green, yellow, red and blue homes, perfectly complementing each other. I imagine that I’m not the only one curious about the history of the four houses in this rainbow row of historic homes. So dive into the first home … the one at 2515 Cliffbourne Pl. NW.