Foggy Bottom in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
A House in the President's Neighborhood
Photographed by Jason Voigt, April 2, 2025
1. A House in the President's Neighborhood Marker
Inscription.
A House in the President's Neighborhood. . This former residence, built in 1825 for Tench Ringgold by enslaved and free laborers, is one of the few remaining Federal-period buildings in the section of Washington, DC, known as "the President's Neighborhood." The original two-and-a-half story house with English-style basement was expanded by second owner Sally Sprigg Carroll, who added another floor as well as porches on the west and north sides. During the residence of the Carrolls, the home hosted so many social gatherings that it became "as well known to the old residents of the city as the White House itself," according to the Evening Star. The third owner, Mary Ellen Fuller, modified the front entrance to its appearance today; enclosed the north porch; constructed a four-story west wing, replacing Mrs. Carroll's earlier porch; and renovated the outbuildings. The house interior was modernized in the early 20th century and again in the 1980s.
This former residence, built in 1825 for Tench Ringgold by enslaved and free laborers, is one of the few remaining Federal-period buildings in the section of Washington, DC, known as "the President's Neighborhood." The original two-and-a-half story house with English-style basement was expanded by second owner Sally Sprigg Carroll, who added another floor as well as porches on the west and north sides. During the residence of the Carrolls, the home hosted so many social gatherings that it became "as well known to the old residents of the city as the White House itself," according to the Evening Star. The third owner, Mary Ellen Fuller, modified the front entrance to its appearance today; enclosed the north porch; constructed a four-story west wing, replacing Mrs. Carroll's earlier porch; and renovated the outbuildings. The house interior was modernized in the early 20th century and again in the 1980s.
Erected 2025 by DACOR Bacon House Foundation and the family of Ambassador and Mrs. Donald R. Norland and by Kenneshaw State University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1825.
Location. 38° 53.844′ N, 77° 2.532′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of
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Columbia. It is in Foggy Bottom. It is on F Street Northwest east of 19th Street Northwest, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1801 F St NW, Washington DC 20006, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Tidewater, and in the Chesapeake Bay Region. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: DACOR Ramp Dedication (a few steps from this marker); Dacor Bacon House (a few steps from this marker); John Marshall (a few steps from this marker); 1801 F Street (a few steps from this marker); The Owners (within shouting distance of this marker); Peace at Last! (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Octagon (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named The Octagon (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northwest Washington.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 24, 2025
2. A House in the President's Neighborhood Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 24, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 174 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos:1. submitted on April 13, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. 2. submitted on May 24, 2025, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
