Historical Marker

Helleborus niger

Historical marker location:
Arboretum, District of Columbia
( Marker can be reached from Eagle Nest Road Northeast, 0.1 miles south of Eagle Nest Road Northeast, on the left when traveling south.)

Christmas Rose

The District was originally called "Federal City": The name "Washington, D.C." was not officially adopted until the late 19th century. Before that, the city was referred to as "Federal City" or simply "Washington."
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