1. In 1800, the federal government was officially moved to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia, making November 16 a significant day in the city's history.

2. On November 16, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln arrived in Washington, D.C. after being re-elected, following perhaps the most divisive and controversial election in United States history.

3. The Woodward & Lothrop department store, a Washington, D.C. institution, was founded on November 16, 1887. Known for its elegant window displays and high-end merchandise, the store was a favorite among the city's elite for over 100 years.

4. The Washington Metro's Yellow Line began service on November 16, 1986, running from the newly opened Huntington station in Virginia to the Gallery Place-Chinatown station in downtown D.C. This was the first major expansion of the Metro since its inception in 1976.

5. On November 16, 1978, the first Washington, D.C. Marathon was held. The course wound through the city's famous landmarks, including the National Mall and the Lincoln Memorial, and has since become an annual event that draws runners from around the world.