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by Dr June Evans. Photo series to accompany her article on the urban commons of Georgetown on Urban Vignettes.
Georgetown Neighborhood, Seattle WA
Kiev 88
Mir 26 45mm 3.5/f
Tmax 100
Rodinal 1+50, 12 minutes
Epson 4490
M Street
Washington DC
January 15, 2011
Georgetown predates the rest of the city of Washington, which was planned and constructed after the Revolution. Until the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal began operation in 1831, this was as far up the Potomac River that ships could navigate and the town became active during the Colonial period as a port, particularly for tobacco.
In 1871, the town became incorporated into the city of Washington and in the 20th century became increasingly fashionable. Today it is home to a number of foreign embassies, countless politicians, genteel historic houses, and boutiques and restaurants (particularly along M Street).
Georgetown University also mixes into the neighborhood a college vibe, and it is not unusual to see a grungy sports bar next to a high-end art gallery.
Potomac St NW, Georgetown, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Potomac St NW, Georgetown, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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by Dr June Evans. Photo series to accompany her article on the urban commons of Georgetown on Urban Vignettes.