Historical Marker

Cortelyou House

Historical marker location:
260 Maryland Avenue Northeast, Capitol Hill, District of Columbia
( Marker can be reached from the intersection of Maryland Avenue Northeast (Alternate U.S. 1) and 3rd Street Northeast.)
Marker installed: 1991

1891. Residence of George B. Cortelyou

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The District was originally called "Federal City": The name "Washington, D.C." was not officially adopted until the late 19th century. Before that, the city was referred to as "Federal City" or simply "Washington."
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