Apple Store Moves into Former Carnegie Library
This Saturday, the new Apple Carnegie Library in Mount Vernon Square will officially open its doors to the public. The Beaux-Arts-style building opened in 1903 as D.C.’s Central Public Library.
This Sunday: Spy Museum’s Grand Opening in L’Enfant Plaza
For the official May 12 opening, the museum will host a family festival with musicians from the NSO's Youth Fellowship Program, makeup artists, food trucks and a magician.
The Georgetown Garden Tour at 91: Wiser and Spicier
This year's seven gardens, ranging from the majestic to smaller, cleverly designed spaces, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, rain or shine.
31st St. Bridge to Be Closed, Replaced
Plans now include closing off 31 Street from the bridge south to South Street and north to M Street. Only residential parking will be available on the rest of 31st Street during the closure period.
Tudor Place Lawn Torn Up for Cistern Project
The new south lawn at the historic Georgetown estate should be in place by the 27th annual Spring Garden Party on May 22.
Our Black History … in Georgetown
To the surprise of some, Georgetown can tell the story of early and contemporary America from a black perspective.
Celebrating Dr. King’s Abiding Spirit
Today, and tonight, most of us will hold Dr. King’s memory dear and close to heart — as memory, as a voice, as words and thoughts, both visionary and practical.
Oldest Synagogue Building Moves to New D.C. Site (photos)
Before becoming a museum, the building served as an African American church, a Greek Orthodox church, various eateries, a barbershop, a bicycle store and a dental practice.
NPS Sites, Museums Affected by Shutdown
The partial government shutdown has closed some sites and left others without food kiosks and restrooms. The Smithsonian museums are open as usual.
A State Funeral Illuminates the Life of George H.W. Bush and America
State funerals are high and mighty, sometimes surreal occasions, solemn and full of formality, and, contrarily, stretched to the limits of theatrical and historical high...
