This website explores the remarkable history of 1517–1519 Connecticut Avenue, a building with a rich and storied past at the heart of Washington, D.C. Located in the iconic Dupont Circle neighborhood, it stands as a lasting symbol of the city’s heritage and holds a significant place in history—both for Americans and the world.
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Completed in 1920, just after the end of World War I, the building emerged during a time when automobiles and horse-drawn carriages still shared the streets. For over a century, it has welcomed thinkers, leaders, and changemakers whose contributions have helped shape the world we live in today.

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1517-19 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20036