Mayfair Mansions / Albert I. Cassell

Historical marker location:

3821 Jay Street Northeast, Mayfair, District of Columbia

( Marker is at the intersection of Kenilworth Terrace Northeast and Jay Street Northeast, on the right when traveling south on Kenilworth Terrace Northeast.)

African American Heritage Trail, Washington, DC. 3819 Jay Street, NE.

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.