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Every landmark in Washington, D.C. has a story. They are a result of competitions, decisions, dialogue, successes, failures, and reassessments. Despite often tumultuous beginnings, the final product appears proper and correct, as though there were no other option. As such, it is hard for residents and visitors to imagine how Washington's built environment, could have turned out differently.
This exhibit uncovers the Washington that could have been through plans that were completely abandoned and others that were reimagined. Best laid plans may often go awry, but what can these designs of the city's landmarks and built environment tell us about the evolving visions for the capital city? |