Washington D.C. - National Cherry Blossom Festival 2017

2017
Washington, DC

National Cherry Blossom Festival
Each year Washington, D.C. celebrates the gift of ornamental cherry trees from Tokyo, Japan.  In a ceremony on March 27, 1912, First Lady Helen Herron Taft and Viscountess Chinda, wife of the Japanese Ambassador planted a pair of trees, the first of thousands which were shipped to the city.

The sender writes:
Though this year's blooms were a little "whimpy" compared to the average year, they were still beautiful and even magical!  Spring certainly is gorgeous here in our nation's capital!

This postcard is postmarked on March 29, 2017. 

Washington D.C. - Men's Room in the Senate Chambers

Men's Room .  Senate Chambers . U.S.Capitol
Responsible for High Level Leaks in Washington since 1873.

Foggy Bottom Ale
Washington D.C.'s Hometown Beer

This is a 'Go Card' advertising postcard. 

Washington D.C. - Smithsonian National Postal Museum, Post Office

New Post Office, Washington D.C.

Smithsonian
National Postal Museum

Reproduction postcard of the DC city post office after its construction in 1914. Souvenir postcards like this highlighted community landmarks.

This is postmarked in 2016. 

Washington D.C. - Smithsonian National Postal Museum, Mailboxes

Smithsonian
National Postal Museum

Beginning in the 1950s, many cities offered separate mailboxes for local and out-of-town mail to speed processing.  Marketing photo's like this promoted their use to increase efficiency.

The sender writes:
How adorable is this postcard displaying the old Post Boxes here in D.C.?!  I might just frame this one, I love it so much!
2016

Washington D.C. - Night Scene, Lantern Press Poster

Washington D.C.
Night Scene
Lantern Press Original Poster
Image # 43875

The sender writes:
I spent the past four days in DC and came across a bunch of Lantern Press Postcards.  The poster designs are my new obsession.

I agree with her :D
2016

Washington D.C. - The White House with Water Fountain

The White House
Washington D.C.

The White House was designed by James Hoban and sits on beautifully landscaped grounds.  This house has been the home of every President since John Adams.  The President and his family live on the second floor.  The West Wing is used for daily political and national business.  The east wing is where the First Lady meets guests.

Photo: D. O'Clair
2015

Washington D.C. - The Capitol at Dusk with Reflection

Washington, D.C.
The Capitol

Photo: P. Grant
2015

Washington D.C. - Old Ebbitt Grill, Restaurant Interior

Old Abbitt Grill
Washington DC
A Historic Landmark since 1856

Located two blocks from the White House, Old Abbitt Grill has been a natural gathering place for presidents and generals, lobbyists and theatergoers since 1856.  The menu, which changes daily, includes homemade pastas, fresh seafood, entree salads, hamburgers, deli-style sandwiches and fresh baked desserts.  The Oyster Bar serves fresh select oysters from both coasts in season.

Sit down to a taste of history in the causal elegance of Old Abbitt Grill, or reserve the Cabinet Room or the Atrium for a private party.  Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, after-theatre fare and weekend brunch.

The sender writes:
This is one of the restaurants my friend and I ate at this weekend.  Their crab cakes and creme brûlée are amazing!  After eating here we walked right over to the While House and then to the Washington Monument.  I still love exploring the National Mall!
P.S. - The postcards at this restaurant were free!  That's my kind of restaurant!
2016

Washington D.C. - Malcolm X Park (Meridian Hill Park)

Malcolm X Park, Washington, D.C. 1989
Photograph by Calvin Stewart (age 17)
2009

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Meridian Hill Park is a structured urban park located in the Washington, D.C. neighborhood of Columbia Heights in the United States. The park was designed and built between 1912 and 1940. This 12 acre site sits on a prominent hill 1.5 miles (2.42 km) directly north of the White House. The park has also been unofficially known as "Malcolm X Park" by some city residents.

Washington D.C. - Washingtons Monument in 1962

Washington Monument . . .
The blossoming of the Japanese Cherry Trees gives the Washington Monument its most beautiful setting.  This memorial to the memory of our First President was designed by Robert Mills and dedicated February 21, 1885.
15th Street, South of constitution Avenue, N. W.
1962

Washington D.C. - Panorama View

A Beautiful Panorama View
Washington D.C.

Showing the Thomas jefferson Memorial, Tidal Basin and the Washington Monument in the distance.
1947 

Washington D.C. - Lincoln Memorial 1950

Lincoln Memorial, Washington, D.C.

In This 'Temple As in the Hearts of the People for Whom He Saved the Union the Memory of Abraham Lincoln Is Enshrined Forever

This is postmarked in 1950.

Washington D.C. - The White House at Dusk

Washinton, D.C. - White House
south view

Photo: B Marino
1991

Washington D.C. - National Archives, Shrine

The Shrine in the Rotunda
at the National Archives

The Great Charters of America's past - the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights - are permanently exhibited in the Shrine in the Rotunda.  Other kids of records in the National Archives include photographs, maps, sound recordings, motion picture film, and documents.

National Archives and Records Administration
Washington, DC
1991

Washington D.C. - Metallic, Captitol and More

U.S. Capitol Building
The White House
Washington Monument
Washington, D.C.

Magic Effects Postcards
1991

Washington D.C. - Metallic - Jefferson Memorial

Jefferson Memorial
Washington, D.C.

Magic Effects Postcards
1991

Washington D.C. - Hotel Harrington

Hotel Harrington
Washington, D.C.

11th & E Sts. N.W.
Washington, D.C.  20004

Between the Capitol & the White House; one block south of Metro Center. An easy walk to many points of interest.
1991
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The same people are used in each photo - so they work there AND visit there :D

Washington D.C. - Ford's Theatre, Where Lincoln Died

Ford's Theatre National Historic Site
Petersen House Where Lincoln Died
Washington, D.C.

President Abraham Lincoln lay dying in Willie Clark's small room through the night of April 14, 1865.  Surrounded by his family and members of the Cabinet, he died at 7:22 a.m. on April 15, 1865.  Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton said, "Now he belongs to the ages."

Photo: Steve Tuttle
1991

Washington D.C. - Ford's Theatre, Historic Site

Ford's Theatre National Historic Site
Washington, D.C.

President and Mrs. Lincoln attended the performance of "Our American Cousin" on the evening of April 14, 1865.  While seated in the Presidential Box, Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth.

Color Photo: Steve Tuttle, Alexandria, VA
1991

Washington D.C. - Lyndon B. Johnson and the White House

The White House
Washington, D.C.

Home of President Lyndon B. Johnson
The 36th President of the United States
1963