Navy Yard in Southeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

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Canal Park

Then & Now

— Capitol Riverfront —

Canal Park Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 24, 2019

1. Canal Park Marker

Inscription. Built on the site of the historic Washington Canal, Canal Park is three blocks of vibrant urban space with seasonal ice skating, interactive water fountains, and larger-than-life sculptures. Historically, the park draws its name from the Washington City Canal. From 1815 to 1850, the Washington City Canal connected the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers via the National Mall. In the early 1900's, the canal was paved over to create Canal Street. Ownership of Canal Street was transferred to the DC government and utilized for several interim purposes including a parking lot for school buses. In 2000, developer WC Smith secured the site to oversee development of the park. Canal Park opened in 2012 with elements reminiscent of the Washington Canal such as a linear rain garden and three pavilions that recall once-common floating barges.

Erected 2019 by Capitol Riverfront. (Marker Number 1.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Roads & Vehicles • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the DC, Then and Now: Capitol Riverfront series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1815.

Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby.

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It was located near 38° 52.62′ N, 77° 0.206′ W. Marker was in Southeast Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It was in Navy Yard. Marker was on 2nd Street Southeast just north of M Street Southeast, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker was at or near this postal address: 200 M Street Southeast, Washington DC 20003, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Water, Water Everywhere (within shouting distance of this marker); 1925 (within shouting distance of this marker); Ship's Propeller / Airplane Propeller / Truck Wheel (within shouting distance of this marker); Taxiway Guidance Sign / Crossing Gate and Flashing Light Signal / Channel Marking Buoy (within shouting distance of this marker); 1922 (within shouting distance of this marker); Urban Design (within shouting distance of this marker); 1937 (within shouting distance of this marker); 1932 (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Southeast Washington.

Canal Park Marker [Reverse] image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 24, 2019

2. Canal Park Marker [Reverse]

Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 24, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 129 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 24, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.