Shaw

Shaw is a neighborhood in Northwest Washington, D.C.. It is one of the four quadrants of the District and contains many federal buildings and tourist attractions. The neighborhood's development has been influenced by factors such as federal building expansion, immigration, public transportation, and urban renewal.12

Historically, Shaw and the U Street neighborhood were known as "Black Broadway" and were significant centers for jazz music, with Duke Ellington growing up in the area. The neighborhood experienced devastation during the race riots of 1968 but has since undergone renewal, with old commercial buildings being converted into residences and jazz clubs being revived. The African American Civil War Memorial and Museum are also located in Shaw.1