The Bernard Baruch Bench of Inspiration

Historical marker location:

1601 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Downtown Washington, District of Columbia

( Marker can be reached from Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest east of Jackson Place Northwest, on the left when traveling east.)

Marker installed: 1960

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.