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Located in the far northeastern edge of the city, Deanwood is one
of Washington, D.C.'s oldest, consistently African American
neighborhoods. Rooted in slave-based agriculture on white-owned
land, the community began its transition from rural to urban
development with the 1871 arrival of a branch of the Baltimore and
Ohio Railroad along its western boundary. This period after the
Civil War offered blacks the opportunity to become landowners.
Since this time, many notable Washingtonians of various ethnicities
have been residents and frequent visitors to the area. In the early
1920s, it was home to Suburban Gardens, the only permanent
amusement park ever to be housed within the city limits. Many of
Deanwood's families have lived in the community for generations,
which makes it stable and close-knit.
Since its founding in 1651 on the western shore of the Delaware
River, New Castle and its residents have shared in the making of
American history. Known as the first capital of the first state,
this charming town watched European powers clash over its control;
welcomed William Penn when he first set foot on American soil;
participated in the drama of the Revolutionary War, the War of
1812, and the Civil War; and reaped the benefits of new
technologies like the railroad, steam engine, and aviation.
Eventually, trade and commerce moved elsewhere, leaving New Castle
preserved and intact. Today, the people of New Castle take great
pride in their community's heritage and enjoy sharing the story of
this National Historic Landmark District with others.
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