Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, has a unique and diverse architectural history. Encompassing government, monumental, commercial, and residential buildings, D.C. is home to some of
Three iconic, classically inspired American landmarks on the National Mall illuminated at night: the Lincoln Memorial (forefront), the Washington Monument, and the United States Capitol (background)
The winning design for the U.S. Capitol by William Thornton
Upon its completion in 1884, the Washington Monument was the tallest man-made structure in the world at a height of 555 feet.
The Eisenhower Executive Office Building, built in the French Second Empire Style, was ridiculed for decades for its unique design.
Federal Triangle
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Federal Triangle is a triangular area in Washington, D.C., formed by 15th Street NW, Constitution Avenue NW, Pennsylvania Avenue NW, and E Street NW. Federal Triangle is occupied by 10 large city and
An aerial view of Federal Triangle (center), the National Mall (on left), and Downtown Washington, D.C. (on right) in September 2006
A diagram of Federal Triangle as of 2009, showing all 10 key buildings in the complex
A 1923 photograph of Federal Triangle, including Pennsylvania Avenue (on left), the District Building (in foreground), the Post Office building, and Center Market (in background)
Center Market in the 1920s