Tag: Thomas Jefferson
Why Is It Named Meridian Hill?
This is a great bit of Washington trivia for everyone to commit to memory ... especially if you live anywhere along 16th St. NW.
Pierre...
Why Is There No J Street?
This will be a nice twist on our "Three Things..." theme. GoDC buddy Wayne emailed last week and asked the question that everyone asks....
John Adams Makes Washington, DC Official Capital
Why is Washington, DC the capital? John Adams rode from Philadelphia to DC over an entire week. Read the story of his full journey.
Washington is Composed of Land from 19 Original Owners
The hundred square mile plot selected as the new seat of government was not unclaimed land. There were farms, estates and towns that were...
Who Almost Designed the President’s Palace?
Way back in the day, the building we now know as the White House was called the "President's Palace", "President's Mansion", or the "President's...
Who Was the First Mayor of Washington? Heard of Robert Brent?
Who was the first mayor of Washington? It wasn't Walter Washington or Marion Barry. Have you hear of Robert Brent? He was Thomas Jefferson's friend.
Why Is It Named Constitution Avenue?
Do you know why it's named Constitution Avenue? There's an interesting story behind it which includes the state of Wisconsin.
