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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 38 (from laksa111)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa038.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://washington.org/visit-dc/black-lives-matter-plaza\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://washington.org/visit-dc/black-lives-matter-plaza\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza","crawl_time":1776182565,"first_indexed_time":1613081058,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"org,washington!\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza s443","src_root_hash":"8487818909144644238","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Guide to Black Lives Matter Plaza | Washington DC","meta_descriptions":[],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Nationwide protests against police brutality, spurred on by the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Breonna Taylor in Louisville, took place throughout the summer of 2020 and served as the inspiration for Black Lives Matter Plaza.\nBeginning in late-May, thousands of peaceful protesters took to the streets of DC to join in the outcry. On June 1, 2020, peaceful demonstrators – many of whom were from DC – were met with violence and tear gas by federal forces between Lafayette Park and St. John’s Church, near the current site of the plaza.\nFour days later, the Black Lives Matter mural was unveiled across the plaza where protesters had gathered, commissioned by Mayor Bowser and completed by the DC Public Works Department with the assistance of the MuralsDC program.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza#main-content)\n\n## Top Header Menu\n- [DC250](https:\/\/dc250.us\/)\n- [Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/index.php\/meetings)\n- [Travel Trade](https:\/\/washington.org\/index.php\/traveltrade)\n- [Members](https:\/\/washington.org\/index.php\/members)\n- [Press](https:\/\/washington.org\/index.php\/press)\n- [Sports](https:\/\/washington.org\/index.php\/sports)\n\nSelect Language\n\nENGLISH (US)\n\n[English](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[Chinese (Simplified)](https:\/\/zh-cn.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[Chinese (Traditional)](https:\/\/zh-tw.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[French](https:\/\/fr.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[German](https:\/\/de.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[Italian](https:\/\/it.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[Portuguese](https:\/\/pt.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)[Spanish](https:\/\/es.washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-lives-matter-plaza)\n\nMeetings\n\nBack\n\nBack\n\n## Ultimenu: Plan Your Trip\n- [Things to Do]()\n  - [All Things to Do](https:\/\/washington.org\/things-do-washington-dc)\n  - [Attractions](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/attractions)\n  - [Free Things to Do](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/free-attractions)\n  - [Monuments & Memorials](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/monuments-memorials)\n  - [Museums](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/discover-dc-museums)\n  - [Arts & Culture](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/arts-culture)\n  - [Theater & Performing Arts](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/theater-performing-arts-washington-dc\/theaters-dc)\n  - [Smithsonian Museums](https:\/\/washington.org\/smithsonian-institution-museums)\n  - [History & Heritage](https:\/\/washington.org\/history-in-washington-dc)\n  - [Tours & Sightseeing](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/tours-sightseeing)\n  - [Waterfront & Activities](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/waterfronts-around-washington-dc\/waterfront-tours-activities)\n  - [Shopping](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/shopping)\n  - [Spas & Salons](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/spas-salons)\n  - [Entertainment & Nightlife](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/entertainment-nightlife)\n  - [Sports & Outdoor Recreation](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/discover-real-dc-sports\/sports-outdoor-recreation-activities-dc)\n  \n  ![A crowd of visitors inside the Lincoln Memorial with a view of the Washington Monument beyond the columns.](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/2025-03\/Lincoln%20Memorial%20-%20Summer%20-%20Stock_0.jpg.webp?h=42181982&amp;itok=x7ngexcw)\n  \n  ##### The District Blog\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Eat & Drink]()\n  - [Find DC's Best Restaurants](https:\/\/washington.org\/places-to-eat)\n  - [Budget-Friendly Bites](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/affordable-budget-friendly-cheap-dining-in-washington-dc)\n  - [Hot Restaurants to Try Now](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/hot-new-restaurants-try-now-washington-dc)\n  - [Award-Winning Restaurants](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/award-winning-restaurants-washington-dc)\n  - [Affordable Gourmet Restaurants](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/bib-gourmand-michelin-guide-restaurants-washington-dc)\n  - [Rooftop Bars & Restaurants](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/rooftop-bars-restaurants-washington-dc)\n  - [Black-Owned Restaurants & Bars](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-chefs-restaurants)\n  - [Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/breweries-distilleries-wineries)\n  - [Neighborhood Dining Guides](https:\/\/washington.org\/places-to-eat\/neighborhood-dining-guides-washington-dc)\n  \n  ![washington dc](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/dc_import\/Residents-Patio-Header_243A8E00-B72D-454B-9F30B894099DDE0A_00d8513d-a260-4c70-9079dd2cd04dd0f5.png.webp?h=5c8e2808&amp;itok=uilXhNNL)\n  \n  ##### Delightful Patio Dining\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/visit-dc\/best-restaurant-patios-eating-drinking-washington-dc%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Neighborhoods]()\n  - [All Neighborhoods](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods)\n  - [Adams Morgan](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/adams-morgan)\n  - [Anacostia](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/anacostia)\n  - [Brookland](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/brookland)\n  - [Capitol Hill](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/capitol-hill)\n  - [Columbia Heights](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/columbia-heights)\n  - [Congress Heights](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/congress-heights)\n  - [Downtown](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/downtown)\n  - [Dupont Circle](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/dupont-circle)\n  - [Foggy Bottom](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/foggy-bottom)\n  - [Georgetown](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/georgetown)\n  - [H Street NE](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/h-street-ne)\n  - [Ivy City](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/ivy-city)\n  - [Logan Circle](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/logan-circle)\n  - [Mount Vernon Square](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/mount-vernon-square)\n  - [National Mall](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/national-mall)\n  - [Navy Yard](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/navy-yard)\n  - [NoMa & Union Market](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/noma)\n  - [Penn Quarter & Chinatown](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/penn-quarter-chinatown)\n  - [Petworth](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/petworth)\n  - [Shaw](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/shaw)\n  - [Southwest & The Wharf](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/southwest-wharf)\n  - [U Street](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/u-street)\n  - [Upper Northwest](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/upper-northwest)\n  - [Woodley Park](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/woodley-park)\n  - [Maryland](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/maryland)\n  - [Virginia](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-neighborhoods\/virginia)\n  \n  ![Aerial shot of DC ](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/2023-07\/Crowdriff%20DC%20Aerial%20-%20%40michaelzhao1203.png.webp?h=5c8e2808&amp;itok=j4HBKnlv)\n  \n  ##### Your Guide to the 13 Coolest Neighborhoods in Washington, DC\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/dc-neighborhoods\/cool-neighborhoods%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Events]()\n  - [All Events](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/dc-events)\n  - [Things to Do This Weekend](https:\/\/washington.org\/things-to-do-this-weekend-washington-dc)\n  - [Things to Do This Month](https:\/\/washington.org\/things-to-do-this-month-in-washington-dc)\n  - [Things to Do This May](https:\/\/washington.org\/things-to-do-this-may-in-washington-dc)\n  - [Things to Do This June](https:\/\/washington.org\/things-to-do-this-june-in-washington-dc)\n  - [Free Events](https:\/\/washington.org\/find-dc-listings\/free-attractions)\n  - [Family Events](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/family-friendly-events-washington-dc)\n  - [Can't-Miss Spring Events, Exhibits, Festivals & Shows](https:\/\/washington.org\/cant-miss-spring-events-washington-dc)\n  - [America's 250th Birthday](https:\/\/dc250.us\/)\n  \n  ![washington dc](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/dc_import\/National-Geographic-Courtyard_0F945698-E756-4227-8C5BF67239FCCD27_176b36b9-65dd-44f7-985fe003de0d343f.png.webp?h=5c8e2808&amp;itok=P0Wa0MJ5)\n  \n  ##### Why DC is the Best City to Visit in 2026\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/visit-dc\/best-city-visit%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Plan Your Visit]()\n  - [Plan Your Visit](https:\/\/washington.org\/plan-your-trip)\n  - [All Hotels](https:\/\/washington.org\/places-to-stay)\n  - [Getting Around](https:\/\/washington.org\/DC-guide-to\/how-do-i-get-around-washington-dc)\n  - [Getting to DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/DC-guide-to\/getting-to-washington)\n  - [Visitor Guide](https:\/\/washington.org\/visitors-guide)\n  - [The District Blog](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc)\n  - [FAQs](https:\/\/washington.org\/plan-your-trip\/faqs)\n  - [International Visitor Information](https:\/\/washington.org\/groups\/DC-information\/washington-dc-information-international-visitors)\n  - [eNewsletter](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-insider-newsletter)\n  - [Itineraries](https:\/\/washington.org\/dc-itinerary)\n  - [Family-Friendly Trip Ideas](https:\/\/washington.org\/experiencedc\/createdc)\n  - [Accessibility](https:\/\/washington.org\/accessibility)\n  - [Sustainability](https:\/\/washington.org\/sustainability)\n  - [Diversity, Equity and Inclusion](https:\/\/washington.org\/dei)\n  - [DC Video Inspiration](https:\/\/washington.org\/channel202)\n  - [Contact Us](https:\/\/washington.org\/contact-us)\n  \n  ![Family in front of US Capitol Building](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/2021-01\/family_capitol.gif.webp?h=5c8e2808&amp;itok=Cj_ZIIpc)\n  \n  ##### Order Your Free Visitors Guide\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/index.php\/visitors-guide%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Deals](https:\/\/washington.org\/deals)\n- [BOOK YOUR STAY](https:\/\/stay.washington.org\/)\n\nsearch\n\n## Ultimenu: Meetings\n- [Back to Home]()\n- [Why DC?]()\n  - [Connected Campus](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/connected-campus)\n  - [Connected Capital](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/connected-capital)\n  - [Connected Community](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/connected-community)\n  - [Sustainable Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/sustainability)\n  - [Intimate Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/intimate-event-meeting-spaces)\n  - [Unique Meeting Venues](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/unique-venues-washington-dc)\n  - [DEI District of Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/dei\/meet\/)\n  - [Meet the Team](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/convention-sales-and-services-staff-pages)\n  - [Event Planning Guide](https:\/\/digital.milespartnership.com\/view\/washington-dc\/washington-dc-event-planner-guide)\n  \n  ![A group strolls along a sunny boardwalk, led by a smiling participant holding a \"Collective\" sign, under festive string lights and American flags.](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/2025-01\/DDC_RomoffMedia_Wharf_70%20%281%29.jpg.webp?h=24479e69&amp;itok=JJLKVqoQ)\n  \n  ##### 5 Reasons to Partner with a DMO\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/DMO-conference-planning%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Venues & Resources]()\n  - [Venues & Resources](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/venues-resources)\n  - [Meetings & Convention Hotels](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/meetings-hotels)\n  - [Meetings & Event Venues](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/venues)\n  - [Convention Center Guide](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/walter-e-washington-convention-center)\n  - [Vendors & Suppliers](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/vendors-suppliers)\n  - [Private & Group Dining](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/private-group-dining)\n  - [Catering Services](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/catering-services-dc)\n  - [Transportation](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/transportation)\n  - [Event Planning Guide](http:\/\/digital.milespartnership.com\/view\/washington-dc\/washington-dc-event-planner-guide)\n  \n  ![Dinner Event at Washington National Cathedral - Unique Meeting Venue in Washington, DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/ipw-2017-chairmans-circle-dinner-at-national-cathedral_ddc-photo.jpg.webp?h=c9f93661&amp;itok=uTCtmC7-)\n  \n  ##### Exceptional Venus for Your Meeting in Washington, DC\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/meetings\/unique-venues-washington-dc%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Services]()\n  - [Meeting Planner Toolkit](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/planner-toolkit)\n  - [Staffing Solutions](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/staffing)\n  - [Meeting Services RFP](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/service-request-rfp)\n  - [DEI District of Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/dei\/meet\/)\n  - [Sustainable Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/sustainability)\n  - [Event Planning Guide](http:\/\/digital.milespartnership.com\/view\/washington-dc\/washington-dc-event-planner-guide)\n  \n  ![Meeting taking place on the Newseum terrace overlooking Washington, DC's museums and more](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/aerial-of-small-meeting-taking-place-on-newseum-terrace_ddc-photo.jpg.webp?h=c9f93661&amp;itok=PjxpFTBA)\n  \n  ##### Your Meeting Planner Toolkit\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/meetings\/planner-toolkit%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [International]()\n  - [International Travel](https:\/\/washington.org\/groups\/DC-information\/international-visitors)\n  - [Ambassador Circle](https:\/\/washington.org\/ambassador-circle)\n  - [Connected Capital](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/connected-capital)\n  - [Incentive Travel](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/monumental-moments-incentive-travel-washington-dc)\n  - [International Travel Info](https:\/\/washington.org\/groups\/DC-information\/international-visitors)\n  - [Meet the International Team](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/international-meetings\/meet-the-team)\n  - [Sustainable Meetings](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/sustainability)\n  \n  ![National Gallery of Art National Gallery Nights](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/2023-02\/nationalgallerynights-2.jpg.webp?h=ac778ff2&amp;itok=KiQ1L5n6)\n  \n  ##### Museums with After-Hours Programming in Washington, DC\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/visit-dc\/museums-after-hours-programming%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [Submit RFP](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/DC-information\/submit-online-rfp)\n- [CONTACT US](https:\/\/washington.org\/meetings\/DC-information\/submit-online-rfp)\n\nsearch\n\n## Ultimenu: Travel Trade\n- [Back to Home]()\n- [Group Travel]()\n  - [Tours for Groups](https:\/\/washington.org\/travel-trade\/groups\/groups-tours)\n  - [Educational Tours](https:\/\/washington.org\/travel-trade\/groups\/educational-tours)\n  - [Group Itineraries](https:\/\/washington.org\/groups\/group-tour-itinerary)\n  - [Group Dining](https:\/\/washington.org\/travel-trade\/groups\/group-dining)\n  - [Performance Venues](https:\/\/washington.org\/travel-trade\/groups\/performance-venues)\n  - [Bus Charter Rentals](https:\/\/washington.org\/travel-trade\/groups\/bus-charter-rentals)\n  - [Timed Entry at Top Attractions](https:\/\/washington.org\/groups\/timed-entry-free-dc-attractions)\n  \n  ![Washington, DC Learning on Location ](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/menu_slider_465x312\/public\/2021-01\/LoL_hero.jpg.webp?h=8d11d97e&amp;itok=ReA70Tqo)\n  \n  ##### Learning on Location\n  [SEE MORE](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A%20%20\/education\/learning-location%0A%0A%0A%0A%0A)\n- [International Travel]()\n  - 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Find the latest information from [dc.gov](https:\/\/dc.gov\/).***\n\n##### You may also like...\n[![The National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC, at sunset.](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-03\/NMAAHC_7406508_20221109_2.jpg) Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/guide-to-smithsonian-national-museum-african-american-history-culture)\n\n[![Ethiopic dining](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2023-10\/Ethiopic_thumbnail.jpg) 20+ Black Chefs and Black-Owned Restaurants & Bars in Washington, DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-chefs-restaurants)\n\n[![Nubian Hueman - Black-Owned Retail Store](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2025-02\/Nubian-Hueman_Facebook.png) Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Washington, DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/visit-dc\/black-owned-business)\n\n### What It Looks Like\n![Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/syang-Instagram-1744-ig-17876504950708491_0.jpg.webp?itok=ygehaXoV)\n\n#### 02\n###### The street mural stretches 50 feet wide across two blocks. ?: IG\/@syang\n\n![@breton9 - Black Lives Matter Plaza](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/breton9-Instagram-1744-ig-17876663041695367.jpg.webp?itok=MIgvavbY)\n\n#### 03\n###### The mural sits near St. John's Episcopal Church. ?: IG\/@breton9\n\n![@agnes.bun - Standing on Black Lives Matter Plaza](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/agnes.bun-Instagram-1744-ig-17894704492510554.jpg.webp?itok=Ezf91DrV)\n\n#### 04\n###### The plaza is pedestrian-friendly. ?: IG\/@agnes.bun\n\n![Black Lives Matter Plaza Street Sign](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/julia-mouketo-79TknMXA-M0-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=7_Fob38m)\n\n#### 01\n###### Black Lives Matter Plaza street sign. ?: Julia Mouketo\n\n![Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/syang-Instagram-1744-ig-17876504950708491_0.jpg.webp?itok=ygehaXoV)\n\n#### 02\n###### The street mural stretches 50 feet wide across two blocks. ?: IG\/@syang\n\n![@breton9 - Black Lives Matter Plaza](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/breton9-Instagram-1744-ig-17876663041695367.jpg.webp?itok=MIgvavbY)\n\n#### 03\n###### The mural sits near St. John's Episcopal Church. ?: IG\/@breton9\n\n![@agnes.bun - Standing on Black Lives Matter Plaza](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/agnes.bun-Instagram-1744-ig-17894704492510554.jpg.webp?itok=Ezf91DrV)\n\n#### 04\n###### The plaza is pedestrian-friendly. ?: IG\/@agnes.bun\n\n![Black Lives Matter Plaza Street Sign](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/julia-mouketo-79TknMXA-M0-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=7_Fob38m)\n\n#### 01\n###### Black Lives Matter Plaza street sign. ?: Julia Mouketo\n\n![Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, DC](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/syang-Instagram-1744-ig-17876504950708491_0.jpg.webp?itok=ygehaXoV)\n\n#### 02\n###### The street mural stretches 50 feet wide across two blocks. ?: IG\/@syang\n\n![@breton9 - Black Lives Matter Plaza](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/breton9-Instagram-1744-ig-17876663041695367.jpg.webp?itok=MIgvavbY)\n\n#### 03\n###### The mural sits near St. John's Episcopal Church. ?: IG\/@breton9\n\n![@agnes.bun - Standing on Black Lives Matter Plaza](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/photo_gallery\/public\/2021-02\/agnes.bun-Instagram-1744-ig-17894704492510554.jpg.webp?itok=Ezf91DrV)\n\n#### 04\n###### The plaza is pedestrian-friendly. ?: IG\/@agnes.bun\n\n## Where is Black Lives Matter Plaza?\nLocated along a two-block area of 16th Street NW in Downtown DC, the mural features the words “Black Lives Matter” in 50-foot-tall letters, in yellow and all caps, as well as the flag of the District.  \n   \n The portion of 16th Street on which the mural is showcased, located just outside of the White House, was officially renamed by Mayor Muriel Bowser as “Black Lives Matter Plaza NW.” The area is open to visitors at any time of the day.\n\nThe nearest Metro station is [McPherson Square](https:\/\/www.wmata.com\/rider-guide\/stations\/mcpherson-sq.cfm), on the Blue, Orange and Silver lines.\n\n![Black Lives Matter Plaza Satellite View](https:\/\/washington.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2021-02\/black-lives-matter-satellite-view.jpg)\n\n## What’s it like to visit?\nDue to its unveiling in a time of heightened political tension and as an outcry against police brutality, Black Lives Matter Plaza attracted many demonstrations shortly after its inception.  \n   \n Today, it remains a public gathering place that is open to foot traffic, allowing for future visitors to reflect on the words emblazoned on the street. Many visitors take photographs of the large yellow letters that stretch down one of the nation's most iconic streets.\n\n***\nDistrict of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser\n\n### \"There are people who are craving to be heard and to be seen and to have their humanity recognized. We had that opportunity to send that message loud and clear on a very important street in our city.\"\n\n## What’s the story behind the mural?\nNationwide protests against police brutality, spurred on by the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Breonna Taylor in Louisville, took place throughout the summer of 2020 and served as the inspiration for Black Lives Matter Plaza.\n\nBeginning in late-May, thousands of peaceful protesters took to the streets of DC to join in the outcry. 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Boilerpipe Text	Nationwide protests against police brutality, spurred on by the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Breonna Taylor in Louisville, took place throughout the summer of 2020 and served as the inspiration for Black Lives Matter Plaza. Beginning in late-May, thousands of peaceful protesters took to the streets of DC to join in the outcry. On June 1, 2020, peaceful demonstrators – many of whom were from DC – were met with violence and tear gas by federal forces between Lafayette Park and St. John’s Church, near the current site of the plaza. Four days later, the Black Lives Matter mural was unveiled across the plaza where protesters had gathered, commissioned by Mayor Bowser and completed by the DC Public Works Department with the assistance of the MuralsDC program.
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[![The National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC, at sunset.](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/2025-03/NMAAHC_7406508_20221109_2.jpg) Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture](https://washington.org/visit-dc/guide-to-smithsonian-national-museum-african-american-history-culture) [![Ethiopic dining](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/2023-10/Ethiopic_thumbnail.jpg) 20+ Black Chefs and Black-Owned Restaurants & Bars in Washington, DC](https://washington.org/visit-dc/black-chefs-restaurants) [![Nubian Hueman - Black-Owned Retail Store](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/2025-02/Nubian-Hueman_Facebook.png) Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Washington, DC](https://washington.org/visit-dc/black-owned-business) ### What It Looks Like ![Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, DC](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/syang-Instagram-1744-ig-17876504950708491_0.jpg.webp?itok=ygehaXoV) #### 02 ###### The street mural stretches 50 feet wide across two blocks. ?: IG/@syang ![@breton9 - Black Lives Matter Plaza](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/breton9-Instagram-1744-ig-17876663041695367.jpg.webp?itok=MIgvavbY) #### 03 ###### The mural sits near St. John's Episcopal Church. ?: IG/@breton9 ![@agnes.bun - Standing on Black Lives Matter Plaza](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/agnes.bun-Instagram-1744-ig-17894704492510554.jpg.webp?itok=Ezf91DrV) #### 04 ###### The plaza is pedestrian-friendly. ?: IG/@agnes.bun ![Black Lives Matter Plaza Street Sign](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/julia-mouketo-79TknMXA-M0-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=7_Fob38m) #### 01 ###### Black Lives Matter Plaza street sign. ?: Julia Mouketo ![Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, DC](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/syang-Instagram-1744-ig-17876504950708491_0.jpg.webp?itok=ygehaXoV) #### 02 ###### The street mural stretches 50 feet wide across two blocks. ?: IG/@syang ![@breton9 - Black Lives Matter Plaza](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/breton9-Instagram-1744-ig-17876663041695367.jpg.webp?itok=MIgvavbY) #### 03 ###### The mural sits near St. John's Episcopal Church. ?: IG/@breton9 ![@agnes.bun - Standing on Black Lives Matter Plaza](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/agnes.bun-Instagram-1744-ig-17894704492510554.jpg.webp?itok=Ezf91DrV) #### 04 ###### The plaza is pedestrian-friendly. ?: IG/@agnes.bun ![Black Lives Matter Plaza Street Sign](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/julia-mouketo-79TknMXA-M0-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=7_Fob38m) #### 01 ###### Black Lives Matter Plaza street sign. ?: Julia Mouketo ![Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, DC](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/syang-Instagram-1744-ig-17876504950708491_0.jpg.webp?itok=ygehaXoV) #### 02 ###### The street mural stretches 50 feet wide across two blocks. ?: IG/@syang ![@breton9 - Black Lives Matter Plaza](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/breton9-Instagram-1744-ig-17876663041695367.jpg.webp?itok=MIgvavbY) #### 03 ###### The mural sits near St. John's Episcopal Church. ?: IG/@breton9 ![@agnes.bun - Standing on Black Lives Matter Plaza](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2021-02/agnes.bun-Instagram-1744-ig-17894704492510554.jpg.webp?itok=Ezf91DrV) #### 04 ###### The plaza is pedestrian-friendly. ?: IG/@agnes.bun ## Where is Black Lives Matter Plaza? Located along a two-block area of 16th Street NW in Downtown DC, the mural features the words “Black Lives Matter” in 50-foot-tall letters, in yellow and all caps, as well as the flag of the District. The portion of 16th Street on which the mural is showcased, located just outside of the White House, was officially renamed by Mayor Muriel Bowser as “Black Lives Matter Plaza NW.” The area is open to visitors at any time of the day. The nearest Metro station is [McPherson Square](https://www.wmata.com/rider-guide/stations/mcpherson-sq.cfm), on the Blue, Orange and Silver lines. ![Black Lives Matter Plaza Satellite View](https://washington.org/sites/default/files/2021-02/black-lives-matter-satellite-view.jpg) ## What’s it like to visit? Due to its unveiling in a time of heightened political tension and as an outcry against police brutality, Black Lives Matter Plaza attracted many demonstrations shortly after its inception. Today, it remains a public gathering place that is open to foot traffic, allowing for future visitors to reflect on the words emblazoned on the street. Many visitors take photographs of the large yellow letters that stretch down one of the nation's most iconic streets. * District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser ### "There are people who are craving to be heard and to be seen and to have their humanity recognized. We had that opportunity to send that message loud and clear on a very important street in our city." ## What’s the story behind the mural? Nationwide protests against police brutality, spurred on by the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Breonna Taylor in Louisville, took place throughout the summer of 2020 and served as the inspiration for Black Lives Matter Plaza. Beginning in late-May, thousands of peaceful protesters took to the streets of DC to join in the outcry. On June 1, 2020, peaceful demonstrators – many of whom were from DC – were met with violence and tear gas by federal forces between Lafayette Park and St. John’s Church, near the current site of the plaza. Four days later, the Black Lives Matter mural was unveiled across the plaza where protesters had gathered, commissioned by Mayor Bowser and completed by the DC Public Works Department with the assistance of the MuralsDC program. 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Readable Markdown	Nationwide protests against police brutality, spurred on by the deaths of George Floyd in Minneapolis and Breonna Taylor in Louisville, took place throughout the summer of 2020 and served as the inspiration for Black Lives Matter Plaza. Beginning in late-May, thousands of peaceful protesters took to the streets of DC to join in the outcry. On June 1, 2020, peaceful demonstrators – many of whom were from DC – were met with violence and tear gas by federal forces between Lafayette Park and St. John’s Church, near the current site of the plaza. Four days later, the Black Lives Matter mural was unveiled across the plaza where protesters had gathered, commissioned by Mayor Bowser and completed by the DC Public Works Department with the assistance of the MuralsDC program.
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