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Washington DC Geology, District of Columbia Geology

All sorts of content about Washington DC geology: its rocks, landforms and deep history.
Geology of Washington, DC
Presenting the geological highlights of Washington, DC.
Geology of the National Capital Region
US Geological Survey Circular 1264 is a hard-core guide to nine field trips in and around the District of Columbia.
Building Stones of Our Nation's Capital
The U.S. Geological Survey's popular guide. A walking tour directs you to dozens of buildings around the Mall, White House and Capitol.
Building Stones and Geomorphology of Washington DC
A detail-packed guidebook (PDF) from the Geological Society of Washington, especially good for the energetic resident.
Geological Society of Washington
Meeting since 1893 in the nation's capital, this group always has lots of good speakers.
Klingle Valley
This small rocky gorge next to Rock Creek Park is a rare bit of nature with many friends.
National Mall Geology Fieldnotes
The National Park Service has this thorough tour of the buildings, stones and grounds of Washington DC's heart.
National Zoo Geology
Though it largely focuses on the zoo grounds, this is the best treatment of Washington's overall geology on the Web.
Potomac River and Great Falls
"The River and the Rocks" is an online booklet by the US Geological Survey and National Park Service.
Rock Creek Park Geology
The National Park Service describes the park and its regional geologic setting.
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Minerals, gems and fossils are just part of this gigantic storehouse.

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