Bernardo de Gálvez Memorial

Historical marker location:

2221 E Street Northwest, Foggy Bottom, District of Columbia

( Marker can be reached from D Street Northwest west of Virginia Avenue Northwest.)

Marker installed: 1976

(Count de Gálvez). 1746 - 1786

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.