The Evolution of Washington, D. C.: Historical Selections from the Albert H. Small Washingtoniana Collection at the George Washington University

by James M. Goode

Laura W. Bush (Foreword), Sandra Day O'Connor (Epilogue), John Wetenhall (Introduction), and Steven Knapp (Commentaries)

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The Evolution of Washington, DC is a striking volume featuring select pieces of the extraordinary collection of Washingtoniana donated by Albert H. Small to the George Washington University in 2011. It showcases treasures such as an 1860 lithograph of the equestrian statue of Andrew Jackson in front of the White House and a contemporary print of old Potomac River steamboats. Other unique pieces include early designs for the White House, the Capitol, and the Washington Monument as well as presidential portraits and Civil War memorabilia. Each object--from architectural plans and topographical maps to letters and advertisements--tells a fascinating story, and together they illustrate the history of our nation's capital and indeed our nation itself.
  • ISBN10 1588344983
  • ISBN13 9781588344984
  • Publish Date 17 March 2015 (first published 1 January 2015)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Out of Print 6 October 2021
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Smithsonian Books