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Capitol Hill is the largest historic residential neighborhood in Washington D.C. and one of the most densely populated. Stretching roughly two square miles east of the U.S. Capitol building, the neighborhood spans portions of the NE and SE quadrants. It’s one of the most densely populated neighborhoods in the nation's capital. 

Washington D.C. is divided into four quadrants and the Capitol Hill neighborhood includes the southeast and northeast quadrants. 

The main streets on Capitol Hill, named after U.S. states, are wide and feature large parks in the center of traffic circles. 

Neighborhoods near Capitol Hill include Washington Navy Yard and the H Street Corridor. 

Its streetscape is a living museum ofAmerican architectural history Federal Townhouses, ornate Italianate bracketed homes, and 19th-century press-brick row houses line wide tree-canopied avenues named after U.S. states.

The neighborhood dates to the city's founding, with parts of the community tracing to 1791.

‍Pierre L'Enfant laid out its distinctive diagonal avenues radiating from the Capitol, and Capitol Hill was literally the first neighborhood to be built out under his grand plan. Today, it is home to members of Congress, diplomats, young professionals, and multi-generational families who cherish its walkability and community character. After Georgetown in N.W., Capitol Hill is the second oldest neighborhood,  in Washington D.C. with some parts of the neighborhood dating back to 1791.

Pierre L'Enfant designed the city and the Capitol Hill neighborhood was the first part of the plan. 

Historical Points of Interest

•      United States Capitol Building — Thecenterpiece of the neighborhood and the seat of the U.S. Congress, offeringfree tours.

•      Library of Congress — The world's largestlibrary, housed in three ornate buildings. The Thomas Jefferson Building (1897)features breathtaking Beaux-Arts interiors.

•      Frederick Douglass's Home on Capitol Hill —Douglass lived at 316-318 A Street NE before moving to Cedar Hill in Anacostia.The building now houses the Sewall-Belmont House & Museum.

•      Eastern Market — Operating since 1873, thishistoric public market is a cornerstone of Capitol Hill community life.

•      Folger Shakespeare Library — World's largestShakespeare collection housed in an elegant Art Deco building (1932).

Transportation

•      Capitol South Metro (Blue/Orange/Silver Lines): WMATA Capitol South

•      Eastern Market Metro (Blue/Orange/Silver Lines): WMATA Eastern Market

•      Union Station (Red Line + Amtrak + MARC commuterrail): Union Station info

•      Capital Bikeshare — Dozens of stationsthroughout the Hill.

Parks, Hiking & Biking

•      Lincoln Park — A beloved neighborhood squarefeaturing the Emancipation Memorial and the Mary McLeod Bethune Memorial.

•      Garfield Park — Peaceful park perfect for amidday walk.

•      Capitol Hill Bike Trail & Anacostia Riverwalk Trail— The Riverwalk Trail runs 20+ miles and is accessible via the SE end of the Hill.

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Named for its proximity to the seat of the US government, Capitol Hill is the largest historic residential neighborhood in Washington DC. The architecture of the neighborhood is a reflection of the variety of styles the area has seen through the years. Federal Townhouses, ornate Italianate bracketed homes and 19th century press brick row houses make up the majority of the dwellings in the area. 

Did or does anyone famous live on Capitol Hill?

American composer John Phillip Sousa was born on Ca​​pitol Hill and the former home of social reformer and abolitionist Frederick Douglass lived on A Street in Capitol Hill. Capitol Hill is home to many politicians, members of Congress and dignitaries from around the world.

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