DAR Unveils New Marker at Oak Hill

November 12, 2018

The legacy of William Tyler Page lives on in the American’s Creed, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary. It is still read by new citizens at their naturalization ceremonies.

World War I at Tudor Place

November 6, 2018

During the war, Armistead Peter 3rd was stationed in Washington. He would go on to combat in World War II, returning to Georgetown, where he established the foundation that now oversees Tudor Place.

Haunted Forest: Family Tradition for Scary Fun

October 26, 2018

“Politics couldn’t get any scarier and people are looking to escape D.C.,” jokes Matt Markoff, who has been running one of the country’s best reviewed “fright nights” since the early 90s. […]

2 Jacks Launch Potomac Paddle Pub

October 15, 2018

This pub is environmentally friendly, outdoorsy and unique, basically all the things that the average Georgetown bar is not these days.

Sidwell Senior Raises Funds With Photo Book

October 10, 2018

Sydnee Lubar, a senior at Sidwell Friends School, has already achieved an alliterative triple crown: author, artist and advocate. At age 12, Lubar was diagnosed with scoliosis, an abnormal curvature […]

The Cavalier’s Spirited Rebirth


If you Google “The Cavalier Virginia Beach,” you are likely, interestingly, to find references to this five-star hotel being haunted. One of the alleged ghosts, Coors Brewing Company founder Adolph […]

Meridian Ball at 50: Shining Fresh as Ever

September 27, 2018

The Meridian Ball, a perennial favorite among Georgetowners, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this fall. But don’t expect over-the-top theatrics at the Oct. 12 dinner and after-party. “The real star of […]

Autumn Welcomed at Tudor Place

September 25, 2018

The third annual “Brews, Booze & Bites” party offered a taste of the spirits and flavors popular during the 18th century, when the Tudor Place mansion and gardens were constructed.

Glover Park Welcomes a Wingo’s

September 20, 2018

The new Wingo’s is located at 2218 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Last June, a kitchen fire destroyed the flagship on O Street in Georgetown, scheduled to reopen later this year.

Wolf Trap Ball Goes All British

September 17, 2018

You probably never thought you’d read black tie society gala and Def Leppard in the same sentence, but leave it to Washington to bring together some strange bedfellows. On Saturday […]