Tree Space Beautification
CHRS encourages residents to adhere to these best practices, which will contribute to the robust growth and general health of Capitol Hill’s public space trees. Tree Space Beautification Best Practices...
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2017 Dick Wolf Lecture
The third annual lecture will be held on Friday, March 24, 2017 at Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE. Dick Wolf (1933-2012) was one of the District’s most ardent and effective visionaries....
View ArticleVillage Voices – Moving with Wisdom, Making African American History
On Tuesday, February 21, 7 p.m. at the NE Branch Library, 330 7th St. NE. L. Marie Guillory has lived a life of many chapters and paths. One consistency has been her ability to seek truth and work...
View ArticleCHV Symposium – Age Friendly DC
On Thursday, February 9, Capitol Hill Village (CHV) will host “Age Friendly DC — What should be happening in DC to support seniors? CHV’s description of the program: Join Capitol Hill residents to...
View ArticleBuzzard Point – from Indians to Soccer – Overbeck Lecture
The Overbeck Capitol Hill History lecture series continues its 2016-17 year on Monday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. at Hill Center when local historian Hayden Wetzel takes a look at the often-neglected...
View ArticleSquare 1075 – 15 1/2 Street SE
CHRS did a walking tour of the alley in square 1075, historically known as 15 1/2 street, in 2010. Alley dwellings were built in Square 1075 in 1891. Early residents worked at the brewery nearby...
View ArticleVirginia Avenue Park Re-Design Meeting
As CSX completes the Virginia Avenue Tunnel project, they are looking for community input in redesigning the Virginia Avenue Park, to ensure it meets the needs of local residents. Capitol Quarter...
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Shotgun House – Archaeology Dig in Progress
Capitol Hill residents were recently treated to a rare glimpse of the past at the site of the Shotgun House at 1229 E Street, SE. Passers-by have doubtless noticed that the Shotgun House is no longer...
View ArticleCHV Symposium: Designed for Longevity
On Friday, December 9, Capitol Hill Village (CHV) will host a symposium “Designed for Longevity”. CHV’s description of the program: Learn about national models, design trends, new practices to support...
View ArticleVillage Voices – Imperial Russia
Imperial Russia, Witchcraft and Sorcery in Your Back Yard – today. Hear about demonic possession and witchcraft in Russia and persecution of practitioners in the 1850s., Tuesday, March 7, 7-8 p.m., NE...
View ArticleVintage or Reproduction – Preservation Cafe
Justine Posluszny Bello will discuss how to identify original architecttural details in your home, Wednesday March 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Northeast Library, 330 7th St. NE. The venue is handicapped...
View ArticleVillage Voices – Religious Architecture
Religious Architecture—Uniting Faith, History and New Directions, Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 7 p.m. at the NE Public Library, 330 7th St. NE. Architect, James McCrery has made a career of bringing...
View ArticleCHV Symposium: Designed for Longevity
On Friday, December 9, Capitol Hill Village (CHV) will host a symposium “Designed for Longevity”. CHV’s description of the program: Learn about national models, design trends, new practices to support...
View ArticleFuture of Anacostia Waterfront – Public Presentation
The Committee of 100 on the Federal City and the Anacostia Waterfront Trust invite you to attend a public presentation on the future of the Anacostia River waterfront. Tuesday, March 14, 6:30 – 8 p.m....
View ArticleHistoric District Conversation
The Friends of Kingman Park Civic Association invite the public to attend an “Informational Panel on Historic Districts, Saturday, March 11, 2017 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at St. Coletta of Greater...
View ArticleHouse & Garden Tour – 2017
Saturday, May 13, 2017 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 14, 2017 from noon- 5 p.m. One ticket is good for both days. Read More
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2017 Photo Contest Winners
Don DeAmicis – Honorable Mention Molly Singer – Honorable Mention Jane Hoffman – Second Place Jamie Dunlop – Honorable Mention Joyce Jones – Honorable Mention Kendall Milano – Honorable Mention Marie-B...
View ArticleVillage Voices – Lamson Murder Mystery
On Wednesday, January 3, 7 p.m. at the NE Branch Library, 330 7th St. NE. Tom Zaniello will discuss his investigative book, “California’s Lamson Murder Mystery: Depression Era Case that Divided Santa...
View ArticleSpring 2017 Membership Meeting
The spring Membership Meeting of the Capitol Hill Restoration Society will be held immediately preceding the Dick Wolf Lecture, Friday, March 24, 2017, 6:45 p.m. at Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave...
View ArticleVillage Voices – Lamson Murder Mystery
On Wednesday, January 3, 7 p.m. at the NE Branch Library, 330 7th St. NE. Tom Zaniello will discuss his investigative book, “California’s Lamson Murder Mystery: Depression Era Case that Divided Santa...
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