Welcome to U Street
The neighborhood that witnessed the dawn of "Black Broadway", U Street is a mix of cultural heritage and social progress in the modern era. Learn more about U Street below.
About the neighborhood
U Street is a neighborhood in the northwestern region of Washington DC. Majority of this neighborhood belongs to the Greater U Street Historic District. At present, this neighborhood bears great significance as one of the African American Heritage Districts in the country.
Must Visit Spots in Town!
Visit Live Music Performance Places - U Street Music Hall, Howard Theatre, 9:30 Club, etc.
Fountain at the Meridian Hill Park - Longest Cascading fountain in North America
Ben's Chili Bowl - favorite homegrown restaurant established in 1958
Dukem Restaurant - choice Ethiopian restaurant in U Street
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Some Quick Facts on U Street
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5,385
Population
(Wikipedia, as of 2017)
0.5 sq. km.
Land area
Ward 1
Location