Download or read book Washington DC Memories written by David Muse and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-05-07 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautiful photo essay of the the gardens, malls, and iconic edifices of our nation’s capital, the perfect memento for any visitor to this unforgettable place. When your own photographs of the gorgeous places you visit can’t quite match what you have seen—a breathtaking coastline, a boulevard bustling with character, or iconic and famous monuments—you’ll want to take home a memento to capture the depth and substance of your experience. Now you can. Introducing a new series of beautiful photographic essays that let you relive—or see for the first time through an artist’s eye—the jagged vistas of the Maine coast; the gardens, malls, and iconic edifices of our nation’s capital; and the majestic purples of Oregon’s coast. The Memories series aims to celebrate the beauty and unique character of those destinations in America that are simply unforgettable.
Download or read book Washington DC Memories written by David Muse and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2012-05-07 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautiful photo essay of the the gardens, malls, and iconic edifices of our nation’s capital, the perfect memento for any visitor to this unforgettable place. When your own photographs of the gorgeous places you visit can’t quite match what you have seen—a breathtaking coastline, a boulevard bustling with character, or iconic and famous monuments—you’ll want to take home a memento to capture the depth and substance of your experience. Now you can. Introducing a new series of beautiful photographic essays that let you relive—or see for the first time through an artist’s eye—the jagged vistas of the Maine coast; the gardens, malls, and iconic edifices of our nation’s capital; and the majestic purples of Oregon’s coast. The Memories series aims to celebrate the beauty and unique character of those destinations in America that are simply unforgettable.
Download or read book Growing Up in Washington D C written by Jill Connors and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Historical Society of Washington, D.C., an educational and cultural institution serving the residents of metropolitan Washington, presents Growing Up in Washington, D.C.: An Oral History, a book of memories excerpted from dozens of oral history interviews about childhood in Washington during the twentieth century. Telling stories of the past-from playing soccer on the National Mall to visiting the Zoo, from marching in inaugural parades to riding the roller coasters at Suburban Gardens-residents from all four quadrants of the city, from different racial and religious backgrounds, have documented the vital history of our nation's capital in their hearts and minds. In this collection, they share their personal experiences of attending school, celebrating holidays, playing games with friends, riding the streetcars and metro, and growing up in families and neighborhoods that, early on, shaped the course of their lives. Their fascinating tales and anecdotes provide a window into the city's development as seen through the innocent, yet discerning, eyes of its children. Illustrated with historic images of city life, such as eating at the Hot Shoppes and ice skating on the mall, and of recognizable local landmarks, such as Hains Point, the fun house at Glen Echo, and Rock Creek Park, Growing Up in Washington, D.C. brings to life the people and places that have helped to create the city's singular character. A one-of-a-kind testament to the variety of life in the great capital of the United States, this collection of personal childhood stories and vintage photographs offers a wealth of perspectives on growing up in Washington during the twentieth century.
Download or read book Centennial History of the City of Washington D C written by Harvey W. Crew and published by . This book was released on 1892 with total page 884 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Black Broadway in Washington DC written by Briana A. Thomas and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2021 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Before chain coffeeshops and luxury high-rises, before even the beginning of desegregation and the 1968 riots, Washington's Greater U Street was known as Black Broadway. From the early 1900s into the 1950s, African Americans plagued by Jim Crow laws in other parts of town were free to own businesses here and built what was often described as a "city within a city." Local author and journalist Briana A. Thomas narrates U Street's rich and unique history, from the early triumph of emancipation to the days of civil rights pioneer Mary Church Terrell and music giant Duke Ellington, through the recent struggle of gentrifiction" --
Download or read book History and Personal Recollections of Washington D C written by Allen Matter Gangewer and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Neighborhood Guide to Washington D C s Hidden History written by Jeanne Fogle and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2017-11-13 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A historic guide to Washington, D.C.’s neighborhoods, featuring photographs, maps, and beautiful drawings. - Get off the National Mall and enjoy nine walking and driving tours of Washington, D.C.’s historic neighborhood - Discover the hidden history of the nation’s capital with tales of political intrigue, scandal, romance and tragedy. - Experience the overlooked architectural and cultural treasures in such neighborhoods as Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan and Mount Vernon Square. Owner of A Tour de Force Guided Tours, D.C. historian Jeanne Fogle leads her readers through the hidden sites and history of Washington, D.C.’s neighborhoods. Charming sketches by Edward Fogle and vintage photographs accompany each tour, casting a new light on the city. Visitors and local alike will be surprised and delighted by the discoveries that can be made beyond the monuments.
Download or read book Remembering Washington Dc written by and published by Remembering. This book was released on 2010-05 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a selection of fine historic images from their best-selling book Historic Photos of Washington, D.C., Matthew Gilmore and Andrew Brodie Smith provide a valuable and revealing historical retrospective on the growth and development of Washington, D.C.. Remembering Washington, D.C., captures this journey through still photography selected from the finest archives. From the city's early days to recent times, Remembering Washington, D.C., follows life, government, education, and events throughout Washington's history. This volume captures unique and rare scenes through the lens of more than a hundred historic photographs. Published in vivid black-and-white, these images communicate historic events and everyday life of two centuries of people building a unique and prosperous city.
Download or read book Daily Travel Journal Washington DC written by People Matter and published by . This book was released on 2018-11-16 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Memories are made in an instant, but can last a lifetime. If you are planning a trip to Washington DC, this journal will enrich your experience and ensure that your memories last forever, and pass down to your loved ones. Every day is spread over two pages: one lined, one blank. Tell the world about your day on the lined page, and attach anything that tickles your fancy - interesting mementos, pictures, drawings, maps or the like - on the blank page. At 6 by 9 inches (A5 sized) and 120 pages, this journal will not take up much of your valuable luggage space, but the memories it will create are priceless, and there is something satisfyingly old-school about writing down your memories with paper and pen. Size: 6 x 9 inches Cover: Soft, Matte Inside: Lined paper (ruled on one side, blank on the other), 120 pages, with some helpful, minimal prompts at the start of each day.
Download or read book Empire of Mud written by J. D. Dickey and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-09-02 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Washington, DC, gleams with stately columns and neoclassical temples, a pulsing hub of political power and prowess. But for decades it was one of the worst excuses for a capital city the world had ever seen. Before America became a world power in the twentieth century, Washington City was an eyesore at best and a disgrace at worst. Unfilled swamps, filthy canals, and rutted horse trails littered its landscape. Political bosses hired hooligans and thugs to conduct the nation's affairs. Legendary madams entertained clients from all stations of society and politicians of every party. The police served and protected with the aid of bribes and protection money. Beneath pestilential air, the city’s muddy roads led to a stumpy, half-finished obelisk to Washington here, a domeless Capitol Building there. Lining the streets stood boarding houses, tanneries, and slums. Deadly horse races gouged dusty streets, and opposing factions of volunteer firefighters battled one another like violent gangs rather than life-saving heroes. The city’s turbulent history set a precedent for the dishonesty, corruption, and mismanagement that have led generations to look suspiciously on the various sin--both real and imagined--of Washington politicians. Empire of Mud unearths and untangles the roots of our capital’s story and explores how the city was tainted from the outset, nearly stifled from becoming the proud citadel of the republic that George Washington and Pierre L'Enfant envisioned more than two centuries ago.
Download or read book A History Lover s Guide to Washington DC written by Alison Fortier and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2014-05-06 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the history of America’s capitol with this uniquely engaging and informative guidebook. Alternating between site visits and brief historical narratives, this guide tells the story of Washington, DC, from its origins to current times. From George Washington’s Mount Vernon to the Kennedy Center, trek through each era of the federal district, on a tour of America’s most beloved sites. Go inside the White House, the only executive home in the world regularly open to the public. Travel to President Lincoln’s Cottage and see where he wrote the Emancipation Proclamation. And visit lesser-known sites, such as the grave of Pierre L’Enfant, the city’s Botanical Gardens, the Old Post Office, and a host of historical homes throughout the capital. This is the only guide you’ll need to curate an unforgettable expedition to our shining city on a hill.
Download or read book Food and Wine Memories Washington Dc Area Part 6 written by Jose Albuquerque and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is Part 6 of our series of books on Food and Wine Memories of Washington DC Area. Part 1 covered four restaurant groups. This was followed by Parts 2, 3, 4, and 5. In Part 2 we addressed seven chefs of the area. Then Part 3 considered five more restaurant groups. In Part 4, we covered some old timers, fourteen restaurants that have been open, or remained open, for more than twenty years, while Part 5 contained our memories of another thirteen restaurants of the Washington DC area. Part 6 contains memories of another thirteen restaurants of the Washington DC area, and, at least for now, will be the last book of the series. Overall, these six books register our memories of ninety restaurants, including their history, photos, and a description of food and wine that we had the opportunity of enjoying during our visits.
Download or read book Very Washington DC written by and published by Algonquin Books. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A travel guide with character, this fact-filled keepsake offers all the history, beauty, charm, and culture of the nation's capital city. Full-color illustrations throughout.
Download or read book Historic Washington DC written by Lori Wysong and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-08-15 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Landmarks are the Touchstones of the Meandering Traveler From the sites where American democracy was born, to unique archive collections, art galleries, and architectural must-sees in the middle of this bustling city, Washington, DC is home to 75 National Historic Landmarks. Tour the Capital City and travel back in time to discover the unique stories of its history. Carefully curated by a local historian, Historic Washington, DC: A Tour of the District’s Top 50 National Landmarks is the essential guide to the most memorable historic sites in our nation’s capital. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a local visitor, or a tourist, there is something for everyone in this guide to Washington, DC’s past.
Download or read book Washington D C Past and Present written by Peter R. Penczer and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Food and Wine Memories Washington DC Area Part 4 written by Jose Albuquerque and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-18 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is Part 4 of our series of books on Food and Wine Memories of Washington DC Area. Part 1 covered four restaurant groups. This was followed by Parts 2 and 3. In Part 2 we addressed seven chefs of the area. Then Part 3 considered five more restaurant groups.Part 4 is dedicated to old timers. We cover here fourteen restaurants that were opened or have been opened for more than twenty years.. The list of Washington DC area restaurants that we would like to cover in this series of books is not over yet. There is more to come.
Download or read book Food and Wine Memories Washington DC Area Part 1 written by Jose Albuquerque and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-28 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My wife and I have been going to restaurants in the Washington DC area for many years. Enjoying food and wine has been one of our hobbies and I cherish the good moments we have had dining out, many times in the company of our children, grandchildren, and friends. This is the first in a series of books in which we share our food and wine memories form our visits to Washington DC area restaurants. It is not intended to be a restaurant guide, although it can also be used as such. As the title implies, it is a book of memories. It may also contribute to retain the history of restaurants which, in some cases have already disappeared, or will someday disappear.Part 1 of this series covers four of the most prominent restaurant groups in the area: José Andrés' ThinkFoodGroup; Ashok Bajaj's Knightsbridge Group; Fabio Trabocchi's Restaurant Group; Robert Wiedmaier's RW Group. For each of the twenty-five restaurants addressed in the book, we describe menu items and wines we have tried, providing background and comments as appropriate. Notes and photos that I have been collecting for many years are the basis for this book. Even if the quality of some photos is poor, I chose to include them to retain a worth keeping memory.
