Take in history and stunning views at Cedar Hill. The residence of the slave-turned-abolitionist has been designated the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site. ThenearbyAnacostia Community Museum hosts collections on black life, and an exhibit on Negro League baseball.
Stroll "The Yard"; at Howard University where Frederick Douglass was a board member. Douglass Hall was dedicated to him. Grab a smothered Southern bite a few blocks nearby at the Florida Avenue Grill. It's served savory classics since 1944.
Be sure to stop by theAfrican American Civil War Memorial, located amid the sights and sounds of historic U Street. Frederick Douglass and his descendants once owned the imposing houses located between 2000-2008 17th Street, NW. Conclude with a stop at Lincoln Memorial. The 16th president confided in Douglass, and appointed him to federal posts.
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Take in history and stunning views at Cedar Hill. The residence of the slave-turned-abolitionist has been designated the 
Stroll "The Yard"; at 
