The Washington City Canal

Historical marker location:

The National Mall, District of Columbia

( Marker is on Constitution Avenue Northwest (U.S. 50) west of 17th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east.)

Marker installed: 1950

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.