You are standing at the heart
Historical marker location:
21 Dupont Circle Northwest, Dupont Circle, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Dupont Circle Northwest and 19th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east on Dupont Circle Northwest.)
Dupont Circle. Diverse Visions | One Neighborhood
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The District was the site of a major flood in 1889: On June 4, 1889, a massive flood swept through the city, causing extensive damage and killing more than 20 people. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall and a failure of the city's sewer system.