Petworth is a vibrant residential neighborhood in Northwest D.C., shaped by a complex and resilient history. Originally part of a 19th-century estate, it became the first suburban subdivision to follow Pierre L’Enfant’s city plan. Petworth is best known for its blocks of 1920s and 1930s brick rowhouses, the presence of President Lincoln’s Cottage, and its deeply rooted African American heritage. The neighborhood has undergone demographic shifts, civil rights activism, and revitalization, emerging as a diverse, welcoming community filled with local businesses, arts spaces, and a strong sense of civic pride. Today, Petworth blends timeless architecture with an inclusive spirit, making it one of Washington, D.C.’s most authentically lived-in neighborhoods.