Logan Circle in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Logan Circle

National Mall and Memorial Parks

— National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —

Logan Circle Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 30, 2014

1. Logan Circle Marker

Inscription. The Logan Circle Historic District possesses a rich history. In 1791, Pierre L'Enfant selected this elevated terrain for the intersection of two of his grand avenues. Despite its prominent location, the area failed to attract development until after the Civil War when influential residents, such as Senator John A. Logan of Illinois, helped create one of the city's fashionable, exclusive neighborhoods.

Known during the early 20th century as Iowa Circle, the community flourished as a the social, intellectual and artistic hub of Black Washington. In 1930, Congress officially renamed Iowa Circle, Logan Circle. The 20th century also delivered economic depression that contributed to the neighborhood's decline. In the 21st century, this vibrant historic district thrives as the city's best-preserved example of late 19th century Victorian architecture clustered around on of L'Enfant's great open spaces.

Erected by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Notable Places. A significant historical year for this entry is 1791.

Location. 38° 54.576′ N, 77° 1.799′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Logan Circle.

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Marker is at the intersection of Logan Circle Northwest and P Street Northwest, on the left when traveling south on Logan Circle Northwest. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Washington DC 20005, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Major General John A. Logan (within shouting distance of this marker); 6 Logan (within shouting distance of this marker); John Logan House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Artistic Life (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Logan Circle (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named John Logan House (within shouting distance of this marker); Belford V. Lawson and Marjorie M. Lawson Residence (within shouting distance of this marker); Pratt House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northwest Washington.

Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 30, 2014

2. Logan Circle Marker

Mary McLeod Bethune image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 30, 2014

3. Mary McLeod Bethune

The National Council of Negro Women founded by Mary McLeod Bethune (above), established its headquarters just south of Logan Circle in the 1940s. Other famous residents included boxer Jack Johnson, architect John Lankford, and the family of Duke Ellington.Close-up of photo on marker

Four - Nine Logan Circle, Composite Drawing image. Click for full size.

Historic American Buildings Survey

4. Four - Nine Logan Circle, Composite Drawing

Four Logan Circle image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 30, 2014

5. Four Logan Circle

When Senator John A. Logan (R. Ill.) lived in this house, the address was Four Iowa Circle.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 2, 2014, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. This page has been viewed 666 times since then and 51 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on December 2, 2014, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.