North Cleveland Park in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Rest
Tenleytown, DC
— Country Village to City Neighborhood —
Designated a D.C. Landmark in 1960, the Rest (pictured here) is Tenleytown's oldest residence (built around 1800) and is located at the corner of Windom Place and 39th Street. Local legend maintains that the bricks for the house were brought over from England but the "English" description more likely refers to the size of the brick. Another myth asserts that The Rest provided secret tunnels for escaping slaves and was used as a station on the Underground Railroad. The early owners were not abolitionists and no tunnels have been found.
Erected by Cultural Tourism DC.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR • Architecture. In addition, it is included in the DC, Art on Call series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1800.
Location. 38° 56.784′ N, 77° 4.615′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in North Cleveland Park. Marker is at the intersection of Yuma Street Northwest and 39th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west on Yuma Street Northwest. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4409 39th Street Northwest, Washington DC 20016, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
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Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 1, 2018, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 707 times since then and 71 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 1, 2018, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
