1830

Historical marker location:

1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast, Navy Yard, District of Columbia

( Marker is at the intersection of M Street Southeast and 4th Street Southeast, on the right when traveling east on M Street Southeast.)

John B. Jervis

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.