History Society and Culture Washington, DC United States

History Society and Culture Washington, DC United States

History

The category covers sites that deal with the local history of Washington, DC, including historic buildings and sites.

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- Museum and research library devoted to the local history of the city and its neighborhoods, operated by the Historical Society of Washington, DC. Although the museum exhibits are temporarily closed, the research library is open. Includes information on th

- Extensive resources for local history and genealogy.

- Vignettes of the history of the city and newspaper since 1877. Stories, photos, and videos.
- Burial places of politicians.
- Promotes the history of the Capitol and Congress and serves as an informational and educational resource. Includes membership information, an education center, history, exhibits and a gift shop.
- History of the Capital's central park and its development in the 19th and 20th centuries. Plans, photos, drawings, and bibliography.
- Story of the historic avenue. Official National Park Service site.
- Brief history of the city from 1571 to 1817.
- Reviews the historic conflict between self-government and Congressional authority over DC.
- Local history and university history collections.
- A digital library of 141 books from the collections of the Library of Congress dealing with the history of Washington and the Chesapeake Bay area of Maryland and Virginia. Search by keyword or browse by subject, author, or title. Documents are displayed i
- Brief account of how DC got its flag. From DC Watch magazine.
- An exploration of the city and its role as National Capital. Covers local history and neighborhoods, key Federal government institutions, the city's African-American heritage, U.S. Presidents, and special-interest virtual tours. Includes video and audio c
- Brief historical account, with a timeline of important dates. National Park Service site.
- Discussion forum, bulletin board, and resource site for local history and culture.
- Local historic preservation group. Includes news, events, and historic information.
- Brief chronology. From the Washington, D.C., Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society website.
- Summarizes the District's evolution as a jurisdiction.

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