A Nighttime Look at the Washington Monument
Behold the majestic Washington Monument at night! Learn more about this incredible structure and its history from the Ghosts of DC blog. Photo from the Library of Congress.
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The Tragic Leap from the Top of the Washington Monument in 1923
A morbid story from The Baltimore Sun, printed on March 10th, 1923. Read about Albert Birney Seip, a war veteran, who tragically leapt to his death from the top of the Washington Monument. Learn about Mrs. Mae Varney Cockrell, who made a similar death leap in 1915.
Incomplete Washington Monument in Wood Engraving from 1882
We found this cool wood engraving from 1882, meant to depict the National Mall looking from the South. In the image, you can see buildings like the Smithsonian Institution in the lower middle.
Can You Help Date this Photo of the Washington Monument from the 1920s?
Can you help our community member Ken date this photo of the Washington Monument from the 1920s? He’s guessing sometime in the 1920s but maybe someone out there can offer a more precise estimate.
A Glimpse of History: Viewing the National Mall from the Capitol in 1936
Take a step back in time and view the National Mall from the Capitol in 1936. See this stunning photo and discover its interesting history with Cornell University Library.
A Stunning Photo of the Mall Taken from the Capitol Building in 1936
Take a look at this stunning photo of the Mall taken from the Capitol Building in 1936. Featuring the Washington Monument and the Smithsonian, this photo is a testament to the beauty of the city.
Get an Up Close Look at the Tip of the Washington Monument
Get an up close look at the tip of the Washington Monument like you’ve never seen before with this amazing high resolution image from the Library of Congress.
An Unforgettable Photo of the Washington Monument on Armistice Night, 1921
Take a look at this remarkable photo of the Washington Monument on Armistice Night in 1921. See how different the monument looks compared to this other photo. An unforgettable image!
Uncovering the Mystery of the Capitol from the Monument Photo
Can you help uncover the mystery of a photo of the Capitol from the Monument taken between 1900 and 1920? See the photo and learn more about it from the Library of Congress.
A Glimpse Into the Past: Captured Images of the Construction of the Washington Monument
Take a look into the past with these captured images of the construction of the Washington Monument! See the foundation and the team at work digging it out.