Nora Naranjo-Morse
Historical marker location:
482 Independence Ave SW, The National Mall, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Maryland Avenue Southwest and Independence Avenue Southwest, on the right when traveling west on Maryland Avenue Southwest.)
Marker installed: 2020
Santa Clara Pueblo, b. 1953
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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."