Citizens Association of Georgetown to Celebrate 275 Years of History on Sept. 17
By • September 10, 2026 0 434
Before There Was America, There Was Georgetown
Citizens Association of Georgetown to Celebrate 275 Years of History at the 1751 Gala
The Citizens Association of Georgetown is celebrating Georgetown’s 275th Anniversary with the theme: The 1751 Party: Before There Was America, There Was Georgetown. Over 300 Georgetowners have already registered, making this one of the largest events with Georgetowners under one roof.
What: Citizens Association of Georgetown 1751 Gala
Theme: Before There Was America, There Was Georgetown
When: Thursday, September 17, 6:30 p.m.
Where: The City Tavern, 3206 M Street NW
Theme: Before There Was America, There Was Georgetown
When: Thursday, September 17, 6:30 p.m.
Where: The City Tavern, 3206 M Street NW
Tickets are still available online at www.cagtown.org. Proceeds support the Citizens Association of Georgetown.
The evening will feature live music, interactive experiences, bourbon tasting, and opportunities to celebrate Georgetown’s history with neighbors and friends.
Event Co-Chairs: Elizabeth Miller, Amy Kunhurt, and Libby Cox
Honorees include Florence Auld, Jessica Bieligk, Richard Hinds, Rick Murphy, Jennifer Romm, and Nancy Taylor Bubes
About the Citizens Association of Georgetown
Founded in 1878, the Citizens Association of Georgetown is the oldest civic organization in Washington, D.C. For nearly 150 years, CAG has worked to preserve Georgetown’s historic character, advocate for thoughtful planning and development, and protect the quality of life of those who live, work, and visit Georgetown.
SILVER SPONSORS – $5,000
Tamim Bayoumi and Susan Bernhardt
Jessica and Wes Bieligk
Nancy Taylor Bubes
Judith Bunnell and Joseph Olchefske
Kitty Kelley
Roger Sant and Doris Matsui
Amy Titus
Beatrice van Roijen
Corporate Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
The City Tavern & Cecchi Homes (Kristin Present)
Corporate Sponsors – $10,000
Michael Rankin, TTR Sotheby’s (present)
Stachowski’s Market
Corporate Sponsors – $5,000
Grunley Construction (Chip and Stefanie present)
Jamestown L.P.
La Bonne Vache
MedStar University Hospital
Washington Fine Properties
Bronze Sponsors – $1,500
Ryan Allen and Caleb Kramer
Ami Aronson
Florence Auld and Frank Marshall
Stephanie Bothwell and James Warren
Christopher Boutlier
Jane Lipton Cafritz
Nora Leake Cameron
Libby and Parker Cox
Liz and Phil D’Angio
Malcolm Dilley and Alexander Ragonese
Charles Eisen and Jacqueline Pletcher
Kate and Ian Forrester
Michelle Gallinger and James Donohoe
Amy and Jon Gleklen
Ann and Robert Goldstein
Puja Parekh and Ashok Gowda
Madeline and Paul Grayson
Sherri Anne Green
Madison and Sara Jeanne Gulley
Christine Harrison
Helen and Jeff Hartgen
Val and Sophie Hawkins
Richard and Pamela Hinds
Azali Kassum and Ian Myers
Neelam “Neely” Khan and Mohammad Ali
Kathryn and William Korengold
Amy and Josh Kuhnert
Robin and Michael Lally
Jim and Lesley Lee
Mimsy and Rusty Lindner
Gwendolyn Lohse and James Assey
Christopher Martin
Greg Love and Jennifer Morris
Kristen and George Lund
Christopher Martin
Elizabeth Miller
Rick and Karen Murphy
Katherine and Billy Nix
Tara Sakraida Parker and Rich Parker
Christie and Steven Pelley
Christy Pichichero & Thomas Escourrou
Janice Pouch
Shelia Rabb Weidenfeld
Jennifer and David Romm
Nishita Shah and Amjad Ahmad
Paige and Tim Shirk
Peter Sirh
William and Karen Sonneborn
George and Elizabeth Stevens
Claire and Ari Wilder
In-Kind Donors
Middleburg Barrel Company, Fountain Inn, and Bourbon Concierge
Berry Bros. & Rudd Wine
Diptyque Candles
Tuckernuck
Beth Buckley Books
