33. Robert G. Ingersoll, the Great Agnostic, in Washington, DC

Robert G. Ingersoll, the Great Agnostic, in Washington, DC

Tour description:
"The Great Agonistic," Robert G. Ingersoll was a 19th century champion of Free Thought, women's rights, civil rights and Washington, DC voting rights. This famous orator and critic of religion toured the US. Ingersoll lived and worked in Washington, DC for seven years. He argued cases before the Supreme Court, lobbied Congress and consulted with presidents. This tour will visit the sites of his two District homes--one on Lafayette Square--and the places where he worked and spoke in downtown Washington, DC.

Tour Guide: Steven LOWE; Local Washington, DC Resident, Amateur Historian and Advocate for the History of Robert G. Ingersoll

Ward: 2

Tour Information:

· Tour Starting Location:

Freedom Plaza

Across the street from 1301 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.

Meet at the corner of 13th Street, NW and E Street, NW. Near the statue of General Pulaski on a horse.

· Closest Metro or Bus Line: Metro Center or Federal Triangle METRO Station

· Tour Ending Location: 14th and K Streets NW. 1400 K Street NW

· Tour Length: 1 hour 30 minutes

· Tour Distance: 1.25 mile(s)

· Fitness Level: Low Level (intensity of slow walking, flat terrain)

· Audio Enhancer: No

· ASL: No

· Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

· Stroller Accessible: Yes

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