2014 Map of Anacostia

About this map

The Anacostia River and its surrounding wetlands define the western boundary of this Maryland-D.C. border region, where dense urban neighborhoods give way to the suburban sprawl of Prince Georges Co. This mid-2010s survey reveals a landscape deeply connected to its historical roots, preserved through the National Capital Parks system and landmarks like Fort Davis Park. The transition from the Anacostia district to the District Heights and Suitland areas illustrates the high-density residential development of the modern era, yet numerous burial grounds such as the Saint Elizabeths Hospital Cemeteries and Lincoln Memorial Cem offer valuable points of reference for local genealogists. Aviation interests are noted to the south with the Potomac Airfield and Washington Executive Airport/ Hyde Field, highlighting the region's role as a transportation hub near the heart of the capital.