The Kiplinger Collection

The Kiplinger Collection consists of 4,000 rare maps, prints, photographs and paintings of Washington.

Washingtonians at Play

Unchanging Pastimes in a Changing DC

DC History's newest digital exhibit captures colorful records from a century of revelry in the nation's capital. Peer through the lens of leisure to discover a new perspective on the city's history of business, race, and politics.

Discover Unseen Images

DC History is regularly adding new images from its collections. See the latest treasures unearthed from the collections at the Historical Society of Washington, DC.

Mapping DC

Discover maps from different eras in the digital collections.

Researcher Portal

Dig deep into the collections with advanced search options here.

Neighborhood Search

Select your favorite DC neighborhood and learn what DC History's Digital Collections have that can tell you more about that area.

Architectural Drawings

Check out the blueprints and other architectural drawings in DC History's digital collections.

Panoramic Images

DC History is regularly adding new panoramic images from the vast collections at the Historical Society of Washington, DC. These prints and negatives provide a wider angle peek into the district's past.