Library of Congress
Loc: Marvin Kranz: Manuscripts Behind the Scenes
Take the time to enjoy the webcast of Marvin Kranz as he walks you through the hallowed halls of manuscripts and documents from such notables as Robert Frost and unknowns such as men who have fought in wars or explored the West.
Library of Congress
Loc: Jefferson's Legacy (Brief History of Loc)
This site provides information about Thomas Jefferson's legacy, the Library of Congress. Interesting information on the establishment and growth of the Library, the collections, buildings and librarians.
Library of Congress
Loc: Washington as It Was
A large collection of historical photographs taken by Theodor Horydczak, a photographer who lived in the city from 1923 to 1959.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Our Capital: Washington, d.c. (Grades 3 5)
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents an age appropriate history of Washington, D.C. Links to related sites are available.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Our Capital: Washington, d.c. (Grades K 2)
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents a history of Washington, D.C. Links to related sites are available.
Other
Welcome to Washington District of Columbia
The official site of the District of Columbia governing body includes recent news within the district, as well as information on the practices of its government and a biography of the current mayor of Washington D.C.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Our Capital: Washington d.c. (Grades 6 8)
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief history of Washington D.C. Links to related sites are available.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Our Capital: Washington, d.c. (Grades 9 12)
Ben's Guide is a fun way to present U.S. Government to students grades K-12. This site presents a brief history of Washington, D.C. Links to related sites are available.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Classroom: Establishing the District of Columbia
This website contains a timeline of establishing the District of Columbia.
Other
Foreign Embassy Community in Washington, d.c.
Here's a great find on the web -- tour Embassy Row in Washington, D.C. Each embassy is listed with its address and URL.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's History: District of Columbia
Brief basic facts about the District of Columbia including meaning of its name, date became a state, capital city, map.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Archives Center: Portraits of a City
Photographic archive, with thousands of images, documents the African American community of Washington, D.C., during the twentieth century.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Washington, d.c. Symbols
Find out about Washington D.C.'s symbols.
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: District of Columbia
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of District of Columbia including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.