Garden of the Righteous

Historical marker location:

2850 Quebec St NW, Cleveland Park, District of Columbia

( Memorial is at the intersection of Quebec Street Northwest and Porter Street Northwest on Quebec Street Northwest.)

Marker installed: 1992

The District was home to a thriving jazz scene in the mid-20th century: From the 1920s through the 1950s, Washington, D.C. was a hub for jazz musicians and clubs. Legendary performers such as Duke Ellington and Charlie Parker played in venues throughout the city.