Celebrating Georgetown’s 275th and America’s 250th
• January 5, 2026

Georgetown was established as a tobacco port town, in 1751—275 years ago this year. Also, this year, our country is celebrating 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of […]

History of Black Georgetown Walking Tour
• October 20, 2025

Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city that boasted thriving trades in many goods, including slaves. At one point African Americans counted […]

Historic Alleyways
• September 15, 2025

The alleyways of DC served a distinct purpose as a city planning feature, but they also provided a hidden safe space where escaped enslaved people and the economically disadvantaged could […]

Tudor Place Honors Preservationist Beverly Jost
• June 5, 2025

The rain did little to dampen the spirits of the lively crowd under the big lawn tent on May 21 for the 33rd Annual Spring Garden Party at Tudor Place. […]

A Joyful Epiphany Celebrates 100 Years
• May 22, 2025

A centenary Mass filled Epiphany Catholic Church on May 18 with reverence, joy, singing and standing room only. Led by Bishop Roy Edward Campbell Jr. of the Washington Archdiocese, the Mass […]

City Tavern Sold for $8.5 Million to Cecchi Group
• November 18, 2024

New Owner Intends to Use the Property as an Iconic Event Venue  On Nov. 15, the Board of Governors of the City Tavern Association, the governing overseers of the City […]

Lesser-Known Notables of Oak Hill Cemetery Walking Tour
• September 19, 2024

You can’t let October go by without walking through at least one beautiful graveyard. The Oak Hill Cemetery in Georgetown dates back to 1848, when the land was purchased by […]

City Tavern Club to Close Aug. 31, Will Sell Historic Building  
• August 28, 2024

A significant piece of American and Georgetown history can be yours at the right price — give or take $6.5 million. The City Tavern building at 3206 M St. NW […]

History of Black Georgetown Walking Tour
• August 2, 2024

Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]

Women of Cold War Washington Walking Tour
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An ill-fated artist, an Ambassador’s wife, a Baroness, and a codebreaker…..What do they all have in common? They were part of the most exclusive club of power-players in Cold War […]