Foggy Bottom in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 22, 2026
1. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Marker
Daughters of the American Revolution
Founded 1890
DAR welcomes all women 18 years or older, who can prove lineal descent from a man or woman who rendered military, civil, or patriotic service during the American Revolution.
Erected by National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Women. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 38° 53.639′ N, 77° 2.376′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Foggy Bottom. It is on 17th Street Northwest south of D Street Northwest, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 116 17th St NW, Washington DC 20004, 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: Memorial Continental Hall (here, next to this marker); NSDAR Founders Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); National Headquarters, American Red Cross
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 22, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 42 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 22, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
