The country’s first modern art museum was established 100 years ago, not on the National Mall or even at the MoMA in New York City, but in a Dupont Circle townhouse. #DCHistory https://t.co/oOT6GP5MzY The country’s first modern art museum was established 100 years ago, not o…
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Today in History - May 9 https://t.co/NRC2Nwsmr4 President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation on May 9, 1914, asking Americans to give a public expression of reverence to mothers through the celebration of Mother’s Day. Continue reading. On May 9, 1754, “Join, or Die,” co…
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Quote of the Day: "All great achievements require time." - Maya Angelou
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While the current DC baseball team hasn’t reached the World Series yet, back in 1924, crowds cheering for the Senators were elated when the team beat the then-New York Giants for the world title. #DCHistory https://t.co/OVAroWOiNt While the current DC baseball team hasn’t re…
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During WWII, many Asian Americans monitored the growing conflicts in their home nations. For Chinese Americans in DC, they focused on raising funds and awareness for their family members still living in China. #DCHistory https://t.co/Xr5TYIyMAu During WWII, many Asian Americ…
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Postcard view of St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, designed by Milton J. Prassas and constructed in 1963 at 222 M St SW. One of the city's finest Mid-Century Modern buildings, it was demolished in 2008. https://t.co/o12WLfeu4k Postcard view of St. Matthew's Evangelica…
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Some people have celebrity neighbors; those living on Crown View Drive happened to live next to the new President of the United States. Location, location, location, as they always say. #VAHistory https://t.co/pCVUGv1u5E Some people have celebrity neighbors; those living on …
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