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William Wilson Corcoran Store: This landmark holds the name of one of DC’s most prominent financial figures.
Built in 1817, the William Wilson Corcoran Store is associated with one of DC’s famous financial leaders. Other historic sites also bear his name, such as the Corcoran Gallery of Art, with which…
Old Swedish Ambassador's Residence: This Spanish Colonial Revival style residence, which housed 12 Swedish ambassadors over seven decades, played an important role in the relationship between the United States and Sweden.
The Old Swedish Ambassador’s Residence, completed in 1924, was the home of 12 Swedish ambassadors between 1950 and 2019. The mansion was originally constructed for David Lawrence, owner and founder of…
John Davidson House (William Williamson House): The Davidson House was the residence of an entrepreneur important to early Washington’s industry.
Constructed in approximately 1810, the John Davidson House was built by a partner of early Washington’s commercial mogul Francis Dodge. Davidson would also own the Dodge Warehouse, as written in a…
Henry Foxall House: The Foxall House is associated with an important entrepreneur and one-time Mayor of Georgetown.
The Henry Foxall House, built in 1820, is a long-standing example of the Federal homes found in Georgetown. Owned as an investment by Henry Foxall, a foundry owner and mayor of Georgetown (when it was…
Morsell House (John S. Williams House; Decatur-Gunther House): This historic house has been the residence of many influential figures throughout its two centuries of history.
Home to one of the earliest judges of the DC Circuit Court, the Morsell House (John S. Williams House; Decatur-Gunther House) was built in 1813, and has been home to many of DC’s affluent and…
The Seven Buildings (1796 - 1960s): This block of Federal style buildings has largely been demolished and now houses, along with a modern addition, the Embassy of Mexico.
The remnants of this row of Federal style buildings date back to the 1790s. The Seven Buildings, which sit just northwest of the White House along Pennsylvania Avenue, figure extensively into the…
The Six Buildings (1795 - 1985): The Six Buildings, long lost to time, are a capstone in the beginning of the nation, as they once housed the Department of State.
The Six Buildings, located from 1205 to 2117 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, were an image of the early days of the Republic. Failed to be completed by James Greenleaf, the Six Buildings would be passed into…
Beatty-Stuart House (Hyde House): This home was originally built for Charles Beatty, the ferryman that would transport passengers between Georgetown and Virginia.
This Federal style brick house was built for Col. Charles Beatty. Beatty owned the ferry between Georgetown and Virginia, a crucial link between the two points prior to the construction of a bridge.…
Beall-Washington House (Dunbarton): This historic residence has been the home of notable Washingtonians.
Built by Thomas Beall in 1784, this was the home of his son in law Col. George Corbin Washington, who was also the great nephew of George Washington. The mansion was also the home of Eliah Riggs, and…
Saint Dominic's Church: A place of worship and peace, this church has long served Southwest DC.
Built in 1865 to 1875, the cornerstone of Saint Dominic's Church was placed on November 19, 1865, just months after the conclusion of the Civil War. There had been previous iterations of the church,…