Native American History of Washington, DC (American Heritage)

Discover the unspoken stories of DC’s precolonial past. For thousands of years before English settlers arrived in the early 1600s, Native Americans thrived on the now Washington, DC land. From Rock Creek Park to the White House, traces of their villages, quarries, and burial grounds can be found throughout the city. Sadly, these sites have been neglected by historic sites and museums, but local author Armand Lione uncovers the rich history of the Anacostans and other tribes in the District. Find out why these stories have been kept from the public and why they are essential to understanding the history of the nation's capital.