In this article, we observe a great tongue-in-cheek opening line from the December 2, 1936 copy of the Washington Post. We reflect on the continuity and change of social interaction in DC, from exclusive "hospitalities" to the incorporation of social media.
Join Ghosts of DC on a field trip to explore President Herbert Hoover's rural getaway: Rapidan Camp. Learn about the camp's history and the precursor to Camp David, plus check out photos from the visit.
Check out this short biographical video about the legendary slugger Josh Gibson. Learn more about his fascinating life and tragic death. This video is a great introduction to Josh Gibson, one of the most remarkable figures in baseball history.
Take a look back to 1934 for an account of a White House beer party just after the repeal of Prohibition. Find out the official White House beer recipe and more about the President's stance on alcohol.
Take a look back at Babe Ruth's last hurrah in Washington in 1934. Read the Washington Post article from the next day, and learn about the Mighty Man of Baseball's 22-year career. Plus, see photos of the Babe in action!
On February 28th 1934, the first liquor license was issued in Washington, D.C. after the Sheppard Bone-Dry Act of 1917 put a major damper on libations. Learn more about the repeal of Prohibition in D.C. and the National Press Club's first liquor license!
Check out this epic traffic jam on Constitution Avenue from 1937 - and find out why it's called Constitution Avenue! Learn about the history of this iconic street in Washington DC.
Dive into the history of the Uptown Theater in Cleveland Park - from its opening night with Clark Gable to the chaos of Star Wars and the world premiere of Jurassic Park.
An incredible find by Brian at National Journal, this 1936 film from the Works Progress Administration depicts a day in the life of Washington during the Great Depression. Read his full piece and follow him on Twitter.
