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Strap on your walking boots as downtown and the PQ will be the scene of four different walks tomorrow. Put on by Cultural Tourism DC, you’ll probably learn something you never knew before about our fair city and neighborhood. Other walks are also taking place in other ‘hoods around the city – the full schedule is here. All tours are free…now that’s a price everyone can agree to!
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Walking Town DC – Fall Edition 2007 – www.walkingtowndc.org
Mount Vernon Triangle Development Tour
12 noon – 1:30 pm
Meet and end at Mount Vernon Square, intersection of Eighth and K Streets, NW
Learn about the history of this old neighborhood being rebuilt on the east end of downtown – including the Northern Liberties Riot, Convention Hall, and the early development of Shaw. This tour will feature remaining historic buildings, a discussion of the market forces that are leading the renaissance, and a visit to new condos and office buildings.
Led by volunteer Bill McLeod, executive director, Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District.
Temperance Tour
1 – 4 pm
Meet at the Cogswell Temperance Fountain, Seventh Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
End outside the Woodrow Wilson House, 2340 S Street, NW
Visit sites related to the anti-alcohol movement that led to Prohibition. Starting at the Cogswell Temperance Fountain, we’ll continue to the site of the Anti-Saloon League’s national kickoff meeting in 1895. We’ll end outside the former home of Woodrow Wilson, who was president during the start of Prohibition. Join us afterwards as we toast the end of Prohibition at the nearby Brickskeller. Bring a Metro card.
Led by The Prohibition Hangover author and volunteer Garrett Peck.
Houses of Worship in the Old Downtown
3:30 – 5 pm
Meet at the Goethe-Institut, 812 Seventh Street, NW, at the corner of Seventh and I (Eye) Streets
End at the original Adas Israel Synagogue, 701 Third Street, NW
German immigrants of all faiths lived and worshipped in the Old Downtown. Where did they worship? Visit Greater New Hope Baptist Church (formerly Washington Hebrew Congregation); St. Mary, Mother of God Roman Catholic Church; and the original Adas Israel Synagogue. The tour will highlight German-speaking immigrant connections, congregation leaders, and the services these churches continue to provide today.
Led by professional guide Alice Stewart and presented by the Goethe-Institut.
Lincoln Assassination
7 – 8:45 pm
Meet at the Andrew Jackson Statue in Lafayette Square (north front of the White House)
End at Ford’s Theatre, Tenth and E Streets, NW
It was a night that changed the history of a nation forever. Journey back in time to learn about the three-pronged attack designed to decapitate the U.S. Government. Shrouded in mystery, intrigue, and conspiracy, the assassination of our 16th president has fascinated Americans for 142 years. Come along on this family friendly tour to see the buildings and walk the streets where this great drama played out.
Led by professional Richard Zielinski and presented by mobiletours.org.
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