Science Has Its Traditions As Well As Its Frontiers
Historical marker location:
3500 International Drive Northwest, Forest Hills, District of Columbia
( Marker can be reached from International Drive Northwest east of International Place Northwest, on the right when traveling west.)
The Newton Apple Tree
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The District did not have full voting rights until 1961: Although residents of the District of Columbia have been paying federal taxes since 1861, it was not until 1961 that they were granted the right to vote in presidential elections. It wasn't until 1973 that residents were granted the right to elect their own mayor and city council.