Forrest-Marbury House, 3350 M St NorthweSt Washington, District of Columbia, DC
The building was witness to important decisions relating to the establishment of the Federal City. Colonel Uriah Forrest had served with Washington in the Revolution. As a leading citizen of Georgetown, partner with Major Benjamin Stoddert, whom the President had entrusted with confidential dealings, he occupied a position of influence. Forest and Stoddert were both "original proprietors". It was a memorable day at 3350 M Street when President Washington was entertained at dinner, following the historic meeting with Commissioners and landowners at Suter`s Tavern on March 29th 1791 (See Washington`s Diary).
Forrest-Marbury House, 3350 M St NorthweSt Washington, District of Columbia, DC
The building was witness to important decisions relating to the establishment of the Federal City. Colonel Uriah Forrest had served with Washington in the Revolution. As a leading citizen of Georgetown, partner with Major Benjamin Stoddert, whom the President had entrusted with confidential dealings, he occupied a position of influence. Forest and Stoddert were both "original proprietors". It was a memorable day at 3350 M Street when President Washington was entertained at dinner, following the historic meeting with Commissioners and landowners at Suter`s Tavern on March 29th 1791 (See Washington`s Diary).
Posted Date
Sep 27, 2021
Source Name
Library of Congress
