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Alleys of Capitol Hill – September 2021
Historic alley dwellings on Gessford Court SE Capitol Hill has many hidden alleys and charming one-block streets with a past mix of residential and industrial uses. Explore these unique communities,...
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Notable People – Tour September 2021
Notable People with Angie Schmidt, May 2021 Notable People of Capitol Hill: Visit the homes of some of the many fascinating politicians, activists, artists, writers, and others who, from the early...
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Hollywood on The Hill – Tour September 2021
Mike Canning presents Hollywood on the Hill, May 2021 Mike Canning, a member of the Washington Area Film Critics Association, has reviewed movies for the Hill Rag newspaper in DC for over 25 years,...
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Architecture on Capitol Hill – September 2021
“Horse walk” at 623 A St. NE On Capitol Hill, a wide range of architectural styles and features are on display. Learn about the changing tastes and practical decisions that informed the builders’...
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Independence! – Eastern Market Main Street
Our friends at Eastern Market Main Street (EMMS) are hosting “Independence!,” one-of-a-kind walking and beverage-tasting tour, July 3 from 2-5 pm, celebrating the reopening of DC businesses and...
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Tour of Tours: Artists at Home
Local artists displayed their work in their own micro-galleries, on porches or in yards. See the list of artists below and samples of their work. The Capitol Hill Jazz Ensemble gave live performances...
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Meet Our Arborists – Preservation Cafe
Ward 6 Arborists, Steve McKindlely-Ward and Alex Grieve will be the featured speakers at a virtual presentation, Wednesday, October 20, 2020, 6:30 pm. Do you want to plant a tree in your yard or file a...
View ArticleWindow Replacement – Preservation Cafe
Paul DonVito of Architectural Window Corporation will be the featured speaker at a virtual presentation, Wednesday, September 29, 2020, 6:30 pm. A WebEx link will be posted below and activated shortly...
View ArticleGarden Party for CHRS Members
Dessert and coffee party for CHRS members at Hill Center East Garden – Wednesday September 22, 6:30 pm. All members are invited to come and enjoy dessert and coffee at the Hill Center’s East Garden....
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Guided Walking Tours – November 2021
Your guide leads the way to adventure in this unique historic neighborhood We are pleased to offer two fan-favorites from the Mother’s Day Tour of Tours – plus two tours, requested by attendees – on...
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Alleys of Capitol Hill – November 2021
Capitol Hill has many hidden alleys and charming one-block streets with a past mix of residential and industrial uses. Explore these unique communities, their houses and history, their ups and downs,...
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Architecture on Capitol Hill – November 2021
“Horse walk” at 623 A St. NE On Capitol Hill, a wide range of architectural styles and features are on display. Learn about the changing tastes and practical decisions that informed the builders’...
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The Resistance – November 2021
The Resistance in Lincoln Park, May 2021 Visit the Capitol Hill institutions and residences, and hear the stories of a diverse set of people and groups who have stood up for political, social, and...
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Parks: Treasures of Capitol Hill – November 2021
Joanna Kendig presents Parks: Treasures of Capitol Hill, May 2021 From Marion Park to Garfield Park and the neighborhood between them. From L’Enfant’s plans to the 21st century. When Pierre Charles...
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Buried Streams – Preservation Cafe
Uncovering the History of the District’s Buried Streams, a virtual Preservation Cafe, will be presented Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 6:30 pm. Presenters: Joe Arrowsmith, Ecological Engineer, Straughan...
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The New Deal in Washington – Preservation Cafe
The New Deal in Washington DC, a virtual Preservation Cafe, will be presented Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 6:30 pm. Benning Road Houses Presenters: Richard Walker, Professor Emeritus, Univ of...
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Guided Walking Tours – September 2021
We were pleased to offer two fan-favorites from the Mother’s Day Tour of Tours – plus two new tours, requested by attendees – on September 11 and 12, 2021. Ticket sales through EventBrite ended...
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Walking Tour Photos – September 2021
A few photos of our September 2021 guided walking tours – Hollywood on the Hill, Architecture of Capitol Hill, Capitol Hill Alleys and Notable People of Capitol Hill. Library of Congress, Hollywood on...
View ArticleArming a Navy: The Naval Gun Factory and Its Local Workforce – Preservation Cafe
Arming a Navy: The Naval Gun Factory and Its Local Workforce, a virtual Preservation Cafe, will be presented Wednesday, March 16, 2022, 6:30 pm. The presenter, Edward Valentin, is a Historian and...
View ArticleVirtual House History Orientation – DC History Center
The DC History Center is offering a Virtual House History Orientation on Saturday, October 2 at 11 am. Learn about online research tools, the Kiplinger Library and resources available through the DC...
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