From Gardens to Garden Apartments
Historical marker location:
4901 Jay Street Northeast, Deanwood, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Jay Street Northeast and 49th Street Northeast, on the right when traveling east on Jay Street Northeast.)
Marker installed: 2009
A Self-Reliant People. Greater Deanwood Heritage Trail
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The District was the site of the first public monument to George Washington: The Washington Monument, which stands in the center of the National Mall, was built to honor the first U.S. president. It was completed in 1884, more than 50 years after construction began.