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Bygone DC

Bygone DC

As Washington, D.C. and its communities usher in the future, iconic local establishments often disappear right before our eyes. Through archival footage and original interviews, this WETA TV 26 production takes a walk down the region’s memory lane, spotlighting the places that once defined Greater Washington and exploring the impact of their legacy.

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Bygone DC is a local public television program presented by WETA

Bygone DC

Bygone DC

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A nostalgic look at some of the most memorable bygone places in Washington, D.C. history. (58m 16s)

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