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618 T St NW
The Stagedoor was a vital spot in the jazz circuit of U Street in its heyday in the 1940s. It was replaced by a venue owned by Cecelia Scott, showing the importance of African-American women entrepreneurs.
Ad for the Stage Door Cocktail Hour
Courtesy George Washington Special Collections
Ad for Cecelia Scott's Cocktail Restaurant featuring her image
Courtesy George Washington Special Collections
Ad for Cecelia's Bar & Grill
Courtesy George Washington Special Collections
Ad for the Stage Door Cocktail Hour
Courtesy George Washington Special Collections
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