John Paul Jones Memorial

Historical marker location:

The National Mall, District of Columbia

( Marker is at the intersection of 17th Street Southwest and Independence Avenue Southwest, on the left when traveling south on 17th Street Southwest.)

Marker installed: 1912

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.