Woodley Park grew up around the Connecticut Avenue bridge and the National Zoo, becoming one of DC’s most desirable residential addresses in the early 20th century, defined by its grand apartment buildings and tree-lined streets.
This guest post takes us to the National Cathedral in DC on a weekend evening. Sounds of an organist playing, a spectacular scenery and an appreciation of life in this great city – all make the moment special.
The bridge at Calvert Street over Rock Creek opened to a 30,000-person parade on December 19, 1935. Renamed for Ellington in 1974.
Get to know the life and times of Walter Spangenberg, a Washingtonian and Naval Aviator during WWII. Read about his journey from Wilson High School to the Korean War and beyond. Plus, see photos from the Library of Congress!
We are a great nation and Americans in the 1880s were proud of their rapidly growing and dominant country. But how can you truly be a great nation without a national zoo to show off all the wonderful creatures that roam your lands, as well as those of foreign lands? Not only that, how will … Read more
This is the mysterious story of Henry L. Doherty and his family, who lived in Suite 870 at the Shoreham Hotel. Read the full story, and discover the strange activity that takes place around 4 a.m. in the suite!
Dive into the history of 2515 Cliffbourne Pl. NW, the green house in the “Rainbow Row” of historic homes. Learn about the Speech Reading Club of Washington, the Queen of the Cherry Blossom Festival, and more!
