The original Fort Washington was built in 1808 to protect the growing capital city of Washington, D.C. but was destroyed during the War of 1812. Rebuilt in 1814, the brick structure is the namesake for the neighborhood that grew up around it. Today the predominantly African American community of Fort Washington is home to an avid group of boaters who relish in the recreation opportunities of life on the water.

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This video is part of WETA's house-hunting series "If You Lived Here”, which spotlights a wide array of neighborhoods and properties throughout the DMV. Hosts, best friends and longtime Washingtonians Christine Louise and John Begeny tour homes and communities with local realtors, exploring the DC region one neighborhood at a time.

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