Historical Marker
What Magic Has Been Wrought Here
Historical marker location:
4200 Deane Avenue Northeast, Mahaning Heights, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue Northeast and Minnesota Avenue Northeast, on the right when traveling east on Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue Northeast.)
Marker installed: 2009
A Self-Reliant People. Greater Deanwood Heritage Trail.
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.