Earth Day Park
Historical marker location:
2700 9th St SW, Southwest Federal Center, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Independence Avenue Southwest and 9th Street Southwest, on the right when traveling east on Independence Avenue Southwest.)
Earth Day Park Serves as a Vital Pollinator Oasis
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The District was the site of one of the first major race riots in U.S. history: The Washington, D.C. race riot of 1919 was sparked by tensions between white and black residents and lasted for several days. It resulted in 15 deaths and over 100 injuries.