Z. D. Gilman`s Drug Store, 627 Pennsylvania Ave NorthweSt Washington, District of Columbia, DC
This small Italianate commercial building is a fine example of pre-Civil War commercial Washington architecture. From 1843 through 1965, this site bore the name of Gilman`s Drugstore, thus making it the oldest drug store in continuous operation in the United States at the time of its closing. Civil War photographer Mathew Brady had his studio on the top three floors from 1858-1881. Gilman`s Drug Store (established 1822) occupied first floor until 1967. Before destruction, the interiors were some of the most elaborate 19th century commercial interiors in the city.
Z. D. Gilman`s Drug Store, 627 Pennsylvania Ave NorthweSt Washington, District of Columbia, DC
This small Italianate commercial building is a fine example of pre-Civil War commercial Washington architecture. From 1843 through 1965, this site bore the name of Gilman`s Drugstore, thus making it the oldest drug store in continuous operation in the United States at the time of its closing. Civil War photographer Mathew Brady had his studio on the top three floors from 1858-1881. Gilman`s Drug Store (established 1822) occupied first floor until 1967. Before destruction, the interiors were some of the most elaborate 19th century commercial interiors in the city.
Posted Date
Sep 27, 2021
Source Name
Library of Congress
