Can Washington, DC residents vote for president?
Washington, DC isn't a state, and its residents couldn't vote for president until the 23rd Amendment was ratified in 1961.
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Who designed Washington, DC?
French-born engineer Pierre L'Enfant designed the original street plan for Washington, DC.
Why are there no skyscrapers in Washington, DC?
Washington, DC has no skyscrapers because of the Height of Buildings Act of 1910, which limits building heights based on the width of the street.
Where did Washington, DC's cherry trees come from?
Washington, DC's famous cherry trees were a gift from the mayor of Tokyo in 1912.
What is the largest library in the world?
The Library of Congress in Washington, DC is the largest library in the world.
Why is the Washington Monument two colors?
The Washington Monument changes color about 150 feet up because construction stopped for over 20 years, and builders later used stone from a different quarry.
Do Smithsonian museums charge admission?
The Smithsonian museums in Washington, DC are free to visit.
What do Washington, DC license plates say?
Washington, DC license plates say "End Taxation Without Representation" to protest the city's lack of a voting member in Congress.
Who helped survey Washington, DC?
Benjamin Banneker, a free Black astronomer and mathematician, helped survey the boundaries of Washington, DC.
How many rooms does the White House have?
The White House has 132 rooms.