The Manila House

Historical marker location:
2430 K Street Northwest, Foggy Bottom, District of Columbia
( Marker is on K Street Northwest (U.S. 29) east of 25th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east.)
Marker installed: 2016

2422 K St. N.W.. United for Libraries Literary Landmarks Register

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The District was the site of a major flood in 1889: On June 4, 1889, a massive flood swept through the city, causing extensive damage and killing more than 20 people. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall and a failure of the city's sewer system.