From its beginnings as an undeveloped rural area to its place today as a political, economic, and cultural center, Washington, DC, has engaging stories to tell about the people and places that have helped shape the Nation.
Travel Washington, DC
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Travel Women’s History in Washington, DC
Spend a day exploring the historic sites of Washington, DC relating to women’s history.
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1913 Woman Suffrage Procession
In 1913, women marched down Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC to demand the right to vote.
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History and Archeology of DC
The Monumental Core in DC contains some of the nation’s most iconic landmarks. Discover some of the archeology of this iconic landscape.
Last updated: August 4, 2020