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Palais Royal (1893-1987): The popular department stores was among many in the downtown commercial district in the late 19th century.
Founded by Abram Lisner, Palais Royal expanded from its beginnings as a specialty store to a successful department store. Lisner operated the store as a cash-only business that offered low-price…
Old Engine Company No. 6: Old Engine Company No. 6 responded to some of DC's most historic fires and reflects the professionalization of DC firefighters thereafter.
Old Engine Company No. 6 served as the first firehouse of the Metropolitan Hook and Ladder Company in Washington, DC. Built in 1862, the firehouse accommodated horses with heavy equipment. Old Engine…
Nineteenth Street Baptist Church (1871-1976): The Nineteenth Street Baptist Church is the oldest Black Baptist congregation in DC and continues to worship today—but at a new location.
The Nineteenth Street Baptist Church is considered to be the first and oldest Black Baptist congregation in DC. The First Baptist Church, where Nineteenth Street Baptist Church finds its roots,…