Hello from Georgetown in Washington, D.C.!
I’m very happy to call this historic town my new home while sharing some Georgetown itinerary and amazing finds with my faithful readers.
So, have you ever been to this momentous port town in our nations capital?
Throughout Georgetown there are loads of Victorian, Georgian, and Federal homes all adorned with their own sense of character and unique attributes.
Georgetown is a millennial dream! It has plenty of conscious eateries to select from, nearby to prestigious universities, all inclusive living arrangements, close to Ronald Ragan Airport, and not to mention all of the entry free museums.
Despite its bustling and trendy city vibes of today, Georgetown has seen many transformations throughout the years and it all dates back to its birth in 1751.
Georgetown originally received its name from King George II of England. Back in those days, the Potomac River helped source Georgetown with substantial revenue through shipping exports and imports.
After the Civil War, many African Americans left the south and traveled to Georgetown in search of new opportunities and prospects. As strong community ties were created, specifically in the Herring Hill area, businesses flourished, and many found themselves living well and quite accomplished. Georgetown became home to many notable African American scholars, musicians, abolitionists, public officials, and so much more.
The old residence of American educator and activist, Emma V. Brown (1840-1902). She was the first African American educator to be inducted into the DC public school system.
Hannah Cole Pope (1828-1910) and Alfred Pope (1821-1906) were an affluent couple and lived in this quaint Georgetown residence. They were heavily involved in real estate and public relations.
In 1890, there was a catastrophic flood nearby the Potomac River and it unfortunately disrupted the revenue of the shipping companies within the demographic. The town had a hard time recovering from this natural disaster until the New Deal in 1930 and when John F. Kennedy moved into the neighborhood sometime after.
Georgetown has seen many transformations over the years, and it reflects its stories through its blended architecture of today.
I feel fortunate to have this timeless beauty now a part of my story.
P.S. – What kind of content would you like to see from the nation’s capital?
