Deanwood

Deanwood is a residential neighborhood in Northeast Washington with wooden frame and brick homes set beneath mature trees throughout. The area displays a mix of houses from different decades, with tree-lined streets and green spaces typical of established residential districts.

Founded in 1888, the neighborhood developed from a self-sufficient settlement into a major Black community in Washington. It grew throughout the 20th century as a center for Black entrepreneurship and community institutions.

The National Training School for Women and Girls, founded by Nannie Helen Burroughs in 1909, shaped education and economic independence for Black women in the region. This institution became a symbol of Black self-determination and leadership in the community.

Deanwood Metro station on the Orange Line connects the neighborhood to the wider city, while several bus routes provide additional transit options. Most areas are within walking distance of a bus stop, making it easy to explore different parts on foot or by transit.

From 1921 to 1940, Suburban Gardens at 50th and Hayes Streets operated as the only Black-owned amusement park serving the Washington area. It provided a rare leisure and gathering space for African American families during a segregated era.