ANC6B Advances Phase II of Garfield Park/VA Avenue Underpass Project
by Larry Janezich
Posted October 16, 2026
Last Tuesday night Ted Jutras, Executive Director of Capital River Front Foundation, presented a request to ANC6B asking for their support for the pending Phase II of the Garfield Park Connector/Virginia Avenue Underpass/Bridge Spot Project. The request is for a letter of support for a public space permit from DDOT for the Basketball/Futsal Court for the recreational space. Following the presentation, the Commission voted unanimously to endorse the project.
The Foundation leads Bridge Spot’s community design process, raises the money for each project, and operates and programs the space. Jutras told the ANC they have been working on the project with CM Allen’s office with the goal of creating and expanding a space that the community can continue to use. The space has been used heavily by the community for over a decade as a basketball court, a skate park, a public art space and a guerrilla pickle ball court.
Here’s an image illustrating the layout of the concept. The Riverfront BID and the Friends of Garfield Park have been the community force behinds the effort to renovates the space.
Phase I saw the completion of the Robert M. Krughoff Pickleball Center. Five free courts built with donations from the pickleball community, Consumers’ Checkbook and the Doug and Mei Smith Fund, plus a grant from the Capitol Hill Community Foundation. The courts are managed by the Capitol Riverfront Parks Foundation.
Image of the BB and Futsal Court. (Futsal is a fast-paced, five-a-side variant of soccer played on a smaller hard court rather than an outdoor grass field.)
The Foundation anticipates completion Phase II – the CVS Health Futsal Court – by November 19th, allowing the courts to open by October 21st, the date of the National Women’s Soccer League Championship at Audi Field. The project is supported by CVS Health and Washington Spirit. Jutras said “the courts will feature a new mural with branding elements to allow us to raise funds for these types of amenities.
The next permit to be sought later this year will be for Phase III and will involve gates and barriers for the entire space to block out vehicles other than emergency vehicles, maintenance vehicles, and food trucks for special events associated with the flexible community space coming in Phase V.
Phase IV will bring the Skate Park, currently under design (concept above) with input from the community of users. Jutras said an RFP (request for proposals) for a skate park designer will be released in December 2026.
Phase V – Future elements will bring the flexible community use space with programmatic elements including the arts, markets, and the like. One of the goals is to keep the big long wall on the east end of the space as an open wall to allow artists to continue to use it for installation of murals.
Late Night Weekend Street Parties Continue to Plague Barracks Row Neighbors
by Larry Janezich
Posted October 9, 2026
MPD 1st District Commander Colin Hall at Tuesday Night’s Community Advisory Council Meeting
Last Tuesday night, 1st District Commander Colin Hall heard from a resident who lives near Barracks Row, report that the late night weekend street gatherings on the 800 block of E Street – which had been in abeyance for weeks – have returned. The venue was the monthly 1st District Community Advisory Council meeting chaired by Robert Pittman and held this month at Pillar Church on South Carolina Avenue, SE.
The resident restated the on-going complaints of numerous neighbors about Café 8 patrons coming back to their cars after patronizing the restaurant/club and staying in the street playing car radios, smoking weed, drinking and making noise well after midnight. After peaking early in the summer, the incidents of partying seemed to fall off as patrons tended to stay on 8th Street, “but now it’s back.”
Commander Hall said, “Well that’s definitely something we’re aware of and we’ve been contending with. Barracks Row has changed a little bit with some of the clubs and the nightlife there. We started deploying officers down in that area and maintaining a high visibility specifically around Café 8 when large crowds are present.
We were getting complaints and I haven’t received any that popped up to my level so by letting us know it’s still happening we can redouble our efforts down there.
What happens is they come out of those clubs and hang out in the street or at the firehouse and we’re clearing them out of those areas. It’s like we just displace from one area to the next but we need to know where they are to do any good.
We’ll direct some more proactive resources – we have a Crime Suppression Team and they’re out around that time so it helps if you’re telling us the times so we can narrow down the windows and try to get them out of there with a show force.”
In response to a question about how the Crime Suppression Team operates, Hall said they are proactive enforcement teams; “They’re out there looking for criminal violations – they’re very well versed in making arrests related to alcohol and drug use in public – sometimes they’re gong to find guns associated with these things. Keeping on top of it is the thing were going to do – go in there and send out the message this is not the place to hang out.”
Hall added, “And definitely call 911 when it’s occurring…tell us there’s drug activity there or drinking in public…noise is a disorderly kind of violation but if you add all the descriptions and get descriptions as best you can of the vehicles….”
The resident said “Early on, several of the neighbors went out and asked them politely to stop, but we were threatened so no one goes outside anymore.” There are videos and audio files of the late night activities and Hall said to send them to him.
Since January, there have been three incidents of gunfire near Café 8 at 424 8th Street, SE, including a shooting next the Fire Station where an individual was shot in the leg. Another incident this year occurred in the 500 block of 8th Street, and involved gunfire in front of Ginza Karaoke and Lounge, 526 8th Street, SE.
The Friends of the Southeast Library (FOSEL) and the Friends of the Northeast Library (FONEL) will hold a book sale this Saturday, September 12, at the Northeast Library. 7th and Maryland Avenues NE.
In general, we have new and mostly used books of all types, including children’s books, fiction, best sellers, non-fiction, cookbooks mysteries, science, science fiction, romance, religion, history, biography, self-help, classics, travel, etc. Our inventory varies widely from sale to sale.
Most hardbacks and paperbacks are two dollars each. Coffee table books, some cookbooks, special items, and some larger books are more. Mass market paperbacks are a quarter!
Proceeds benefit local libraries, especially the Southeast Library, the Northeast Library, and the DC Library.
The Friends of SE Library need donated books so FOSEL can resume its near monthly book sales at SE Library.
If you have books to donate, we will take them during the sale. Otherwise, please donate at SE Library during regular business hours by leaving books in the donation bin on the ground floor of SE Library (South Carolina Avenue entrance). Ask the staff for help finding the bin.
Please, NO text books, NO casebooks, NO magazines, NO foreign language books, NO outdated computer books, NO encyclopedias. We no longer want CDs and DVDs.
Questions? bob@bobgellman.com
Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13
Capitol Hill Art Walk.
Features the works of over 175 artists in multiple locations across Capitol Hill.
“DC Public Library will celebrate the reopening of the fully modernized and expanded Southeast Library on Thursday, Sept. 10!
About the Southeast Library Modernization
The Southeast Library, a historic Carnegie landmark, has undergone a transformative modernization. This renovation preserves and restores the building’s historic character while vastly expanding the amount of usable space and introducing modern elements.
Major Enhancements Include
• Expanded space for children, teens and adults
• More space for books, computers and seating
• A new universally accessible entrance (as well as maintaining the original historic entrance)
• Restored landscaping
• Environmentally friendly design
• Improved sight lines
• More meeting, collaboration, and study space
Transition from Interim Services
Arthur Capper TechExpress will close on Friday, July 31 so equipment and technology can be moved into the renovated building ahead of its reopening. This transition ensures that the new Southeast Library will be fully equipped and ready to welcome customers on opening day.”
ANC6B Commissioner David Sobelsohn posted the announcement to the ANC6B SE Library Taskforce. Sobelsohn, in whose single member district the Library lies, says “We are still working to keep minimal services through August at Arthur Capper, especially the “holds” bookcase & the return bin. Let Ward Six Councilmember Allen know you appreciate his work to get us the interim library two years ago, & how you feel about keeping a nearby place to pick up & return books through August (callen@dccouncil.gov ). Our Southeast Library Taskforce will next meet on Monday, July 27, in person at 700 Pennsylvania Ave., SE (second floor), at 6:30, with a virtual option (for the link go to https://anc6b.org/ after July 14). Let me know if you’ll join us in person so we can make sure we meet in a big enough room: anc6b03@gmail.com
This year Peter Bug and the Peter Bug Shoe Academy cerebrates its 50th anniversary and 50,000 pairs of shoes repaired. The community institutions – both Peter Bug Matthews and the Shoe Repair Academy – host a day-long celebration of music and food at 13rh and E Street, SE.
Friday, June 19 – Friday Night Live on Eastern Market Metro Plaza
5:00pm – 6:30pm.
African American Music Appreciation Month – Performances.
The concert series comes to Eastern Market Metro Plaza through the efforts of Barracks Row Main Street and the Department of Parks and Recreation. CM Charles Allen secured funding in the current FY DC Budget to program the performance space at the Plaza.
Saturday, June 20th Congressional Cemetery African Americans History Tour
11:00am – 12:30pm Historic Congressional Cemetery
African Americans buried at Congressional Cemetery represent many facets of the American experience through history. Among them are a woman born into slavery whose family fought for their freedom and the freedom of others; an author and Rhodes scholar integral to the Harlem Renaissance; and a Civil Rights Movement activist who became DC’s “Mayor For Life.” We invite you to take a guided tour that will illuminate their stories and those of other African Americans interred at Congressional.
Tickets are only $10 and all proceeds go to benefitting our non-profit mission of historical preservation and education. This is a non-refundable donation.
Come prepared with comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing and shoes, as the tours often stray from the main paths. Tours are rain or shine. Visitors may meet docents at the front gate of the cemetery located at the corner of E St. and Potomac Ave.
Friday, June 12 – CM Charles Allen Hosts Office Hours on H Street, NE
9:00am – 10:30am.
CM Charles Allen hosts Neighborhood Office Hours on H Street at Maketto (1351 H Street, NE) the morning of Friday, June 12. RSVP here: https://www.charlesallenward6.com/calendar
Friday, June 12 – Friday Night Live on Eastern Market Metro Plaza
Friends of SE and NE Libraries will hold their 2nd Saturday Book Sale this Saturday
Set up on Friday, June 12th at 1pm – Volunteers welcome.
Sale on Saturday, June 13th from 10am to 3pm
Saturday, June 13: Lincoln Park Tree Labeling Fundraiser.
11:00am – 3:00pm
Friends of Lincoln Park host a Tree Labeling Fundraiser to turn Lincoln Park into an eco-learning space for kids and families. The goal is to raise $650 to label a unique selection of Lincoln Park’s trees. By adding these educational plaques, we hope to spark curiosity, encourage hands-on learning, and inspire the next generation of environmental stewards right here in our neighborhood.
Event Details
When: Saturday, June 13th, 2026, from 11:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Lincoln Park
Who: Kids of all ages and their families!
What to Expect
We will have:
Fun games and family-friendly activities
Snacks
Prizes
How You Can Support
If you feel inspired to help us reach our $650 goal and create this educational space, there are a couple of ways you can contribute:
Donate Online: Visit our GoFundMe Page to make a direct contribution here: https://bit.ly/3QeKeEH
Saturday, June 13: Discover Virginia Avenue Park
11:00am – 2:00pm
Friends of Virginia Avenue Park host this Community Day with tours, lively Caribbean music, games and snacks and beverages.
VAP is along the south side of 1-695 between 9th and 11th Streets SE.
The oldest feature in the park is a community garden so popular it has a constant waitlist. A large dog park was added as part of the community benefits resulting from the CSX rail tunnel project.
The most recent addition to the park is a children’s playground donated by the National Community Church. With an open view of the Washington Monument, the park is a good place watch fireworks.
Updates on Rumsey, Sherwood, and Kingman Field/Dog Park
by Larry Janezich
Posted May 26, 2026
May 21, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation held a virtual meeting to update the community on the 8 current on-going capital projects in Ward 6.
Among them are three in ANC6B and ANC6A:
Update on Rumsey Aquatic Center: DPR continues working through the design process. As of April, approvals by the Commission on Fine Arts and the Historic Preservation Review Board have cleared the way for design work to continue. There will be two more community meetings on this project and DPR says they will “let everyone know when the meeting will be. DPR is looking for construction to occur between 2027 and 2028. Pool design is under review and efforts are being made to to get as much water as possible. Mitigation of issues associated with alley and vendor access is underway. ANC6B’s Parks and Public Spaces Taskforce will discuss the update and a proposed letter to encourage any community meeting proposed over the summer be scheduled at a time other than August. The image of the proposed design does not reflect recent changes which will be presented in the next community meeting.
Update on Sherwood Recreation Center: DPR is going through the process of hiring a design/build firm to start the design. Once the design is vetted with the community and agreement reached, the design/build team can go into construction. DPR will work with ANC6B and community and will have community meeting in August. This will provide an opportunity to give the design team the results of the survey and to work up an initial concept. DPR will have a total of three community meetings to talk about designs and provide an opportunity for feedback.
Kingsman Field and Dog Park Update: Project is construction and nearing completion which is rain dependent. DPR’s goal is completion of all work by end of June but that may push into July, depending on weather.
Here’s a list and status report on all eight projects.
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The annual Capitol Hill House & Garden Tour will be held on Mother’s Day weekend, May 9-10. This year the focus of the tour will be the Southeast Capitol Hill. The tour is a two-day event: Saturday May 9 from 4pm-7pm and Sunday May 10 from 1pm-5pm.
The 2026 tour will include eight homes, three semi-public buildings and a newly installed native plant garden. Some homes have been part of the tour before but now have had fresh and unique updates. Go here for tickets: https://bit.ly/4nc7hvU
CHRS members will receive a discount code to purchase tickets for $30 each. The regular advance non-member price is $40, and the price increases to $50 on the weekend of the tour.
Refreshments from local DC vendors will be offered in the lobby of 507 8th Street SE on Barracks Row, which will also operate as tour headquarters. “The 507,” as it is known, serves as an event venue and also the offices of Taoti Creative.
Homes on the tour feature both historic and more modern layouts and interiors. A few of the homes are on lightly used streets. Some are homes you may have always wondered about due unusual exterior shapes or paint colors. There are standalones, corner lots, clapboards, and former boarding houses. There’s an infamous alley, an infamous business and one with some curious collections.
Also featured are stately and well-behaved stops, such as the Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church and the Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, both of which have graciously offered their locations as rest stops and will also offer tours of their buildings. The church is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture with impressive stained glass windows, and the Hill Center has made a few changes to its outdoor garden.
The tour, as always, is pedestrian-friendly. This year’s map will take participants through some of the beautiful parks south of Pennsylvania Avenue, and CHRS will provide information about them in the tour catalog.
Interested in volunteering as a docent? No experience is necessary and training will be provided. All docents who sign up for a minimum of a two-hour shift will be given a free ticket to visit the other tour stops. Contact the CHRS House Tour Committee at caphillhousetour@gmail.com for more information.
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“Why can’t we have something on Barracks Row besides bars and restaurants?”
–CHC reader comment
Small-scale retail – brick and mortar businesses* – are essential to the charm and desirability of the Capitol Hill community. Even locally owned bars and restaurants are important for the quality of the lifestyle of neighborhood.
Walking Capitol Hill’s commercial corridors one encounters numerous empty store fronts on Barracks Row, Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, and H Street, NE. New occupants tend to be restaurant chains. For many residents, retail on Capitol Hill is less vibrant and less interesting.
The DC Office of Planning has launched a new H Street Land Use and Market Study covering 3rd to 15th Streets NE. The goal of the study is to help shape what gets built, what kind of businesses residents support, how public spaces are designed, and how to strengthen H Street’s identity for the long term. For more on the study, go here: https://engage.dc.gov/w68032
So far, how to bring that help to Barracks Row and Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, has not been the coordinated focus of the city or its local institutions.
ANC6B has floated the idea of a roundtable to bring together commercial stakeholders to brainstorm ideas as to why a better retail mix seems unachievable on Barracks Row. This is not a new idea. In 2019, ANC6B formed a Working Group on Barracks Row to address challenges facing commercial/retail outlets on 8th Street, SE. After an initial burst of enthusiasm, the effort dwindled and then faded away without resolving anything. A proposed moratorium on bars and restaurants on Barracks Row in 2009-2010 likewise went nowhere.
CHC conducted several interviews to try to better understand the issues in play. Here are some of the most commonly cited factors that make it difficult for local retail business to survive on Capitol Hill.
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High Rents
According to a former Capitol Hill business owner, “it is incredibly difficult for small retail to be successful – rent for retail space on Capitol Hill is astronomical.” A real estate broker told CHC rents can range from $30 to $80 per square foot, depending on the buildout.
Triple Net leases
According to a former small business owner, many commercial retail outlets on Capitol Hill have what is known as “triple net leases” – “so that’s really, really scary for a small business.”
Triple net means that a lessee not only pays base rent but also pays property taxes, insurance and upkeep for the building – property owners don’t pay anything. Potential tenants may know their base rent but have no idea what annual costs of maintenance or property taxes will be.
A small locally owned retail outlet like the former Radicci related their monthly payment was $17,000 a month (which appears to have included triple net). One locally owned bar on Barracks Row is reportedly paying $25,000 a month in rent and triple net.
Financing Issues
Many of residents pass by empty storefronts and wonder why the landlord does not respond to the market by lowering rent. A knowledgeable source says that part of the reason for high rents is financing. A commercial building’s value is directly tied to income from the lease. If a landlord signs a long-term lease at a lower rent, the property’s appraised value drops. Commercial loans generally come up for renewal every five or ten years so landlords are very reluctant to lower the rent because it’s going to affect the amount for which they can finance their properties. This could trigger a refinancing and result in out of pocket expenses for the landlord.
Preference for Restaurants
Landlords often let a building sit empty, waiting for a long lease from a national franchise fast food place – say a tenant like Taco Bell. Leasing to a local tenant at a lower rent precludes leasing to tenant with deeper pockets. The former Capitol Hill business owner says: “I definitely think that has been a problem on Capitol Hill…When I was looking for a place I had multiple landlords tell me that they wanted restaurants to go in which I think is hilarious because most of the restaurants need highly engineered spaces.”
City Obstacles
Many current, prospective, and former tenants agree that the city’s permitting process is too burdensome, especially when compared other jurisdictions. The former business owner says “it’s very difficult to find out what you need to do to open and every time you talk to somebody they will tell you something different.”
Michael Warner, co-owner of DCanter with his wife Michelle, who recently opened an outlet in Old Town Alexandria, says that “the regulations in Virginia and DC are not that different – what is different is the ease of complying with regulations in Virginia. Within one or two phone calls you are on the phone with the person who can help you walk through the X, Y and Z that needs to be accomplished to get that permit. In DC by comparison it tends to be a bit of a rabbit hole and you spend a lot of time and a lot of effort trying to get through to the right people.”
*Some current and former brick and mortar include apparel stores (the former Bitter Grace), gift shops (Groovy’s and the former Monkey’s Uncle), second-hand dealers (Clothes Encounters), book shops (Capitol Hill Books), artisanal goods (the former Fridge and the former Homebody), antique shops (the former Capitol Hill Antiques and the former Found on the Hill), and consignment boutiques (Clothes Encounters), specialty food shops (the former Souk and the former Mason & Greens ), barber shops (Ja-Jo’s), hair stylists (Blackbird), florists (the former Ophelia’s), hardware stores (the former 8th Street Hardware), leather goods, (the former Quavaro), and custom furniture (the former Septcarres).
Councilmember Charles Allen met with constituents and held community office hours on Friday morning at The Roost on Pennsylvania Avenue, SE.
Fairy Godmother at 319 7th Street, SE, near Eastern Market is closing its doors on Monday after 42 years on the block. Owner Roberta Blanchard says the store has been purchased by a couple who lives on Capitol Hill who have plans for a new shop with a similar business model.
Here’s a photo from Friday as Fairy Godmother’s signage comes down. Photo credit: Maggie Hall.
Update on Streets Market coming to 15th and Pennsylvania Avenue, SE. A cut above the usual convenience store, Streets Market will offer organic and natural foods, some prepared foods, and beer and wine.
The new market at 1442 Pennsylvania Avenue continues its buildout. Streets Market in a local chain operation with outlets in Baltimore and close-in Virginia, and 10 stores open or about to open in DC.
Friday afternoon also saw the unveiling of “Loveful Hands” on Eastern Market Metro Plaza. CM Charles Allen who got funding to redesign the Plaza, said, “One of the things that we wanted was to make sure that public art is a part of our public parks and I’m really grateful for the group of neighbors that came together … Eastern Market Main Street, Barracks Row Main Street. EMCAC, our Advisory Neighborhood Commission, Nicky Cymrot, and Donna Sheeder – who unfortunately is no longer with us – all really worked hard and came together to think about what we wanted this space to look like, and decided that art is going to be at the center.”
Sculptor, Jay Coleman (center) helped the city officials present which included (left to right) ANC6B Commissioner David Sobelsohn, Coleman, CM Allen, DPR Director Thennie Freeman, and DGS Director Delano Hunter unveil the piece.
And here it stands.
The Week Ahead…
Monday, April 6
ANC6B Transportation Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
Little Engine – Placard Notice New Class “D” fast-casual Restaurant. Applying to serve canned beer and wine. An ANC letter supporting a stipulated license was approved and received by ABCA in March.
Protests/Other Updates
Final approval of CIVIC on Eighth Settlement Agreement.
Special Election for ANC 6A06: Saturday April 11, 2026 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Per DC Statute ANC 6A will host an in-person special election for the 6A06 seat on Saturday April 11 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at 1300 H Street NE in the space formerly occupied by Ephemeral Tattoo. All registered voters who are residents of 6A06 are encouraged to vote.
Recommendation: ANC 6A protest the application for a substantial change request toa license to change hours of operation and alcoholic beverage sales, service, and consumption, and hours of live entertainment, for Transmission, 1353 H Street NE. unless a settlement agreement is reached. ANC 6A authorizes the ANC Chair or the Chair of the ABC Committee, or their designee, to negotiate the settlement agreement.
Transportation and Public Space
Recommendation: ANC 6A file a complaint/protest in TOPS for DDOT PSRA Permit concerning the 1000 block of H Street NE (north side).
Economic Development and Zoning (EDZ)
Recommendation: 1350 East Capitol Street, NE. To construct a two-story plus cellar rear addition and a one-story plus cellar sideaddition, to an existing, attached, two-story plus cellar, principal dwelling unit in the RF-1 zone.
Officer Reports
Accept Treasurer’s Report
Standing Committee Reports:
Community Outreach Committee (COC)
Accept March 2026 Report.
Alcohol Beverage and Cannabis (ABC)
Accept March 2026 Report.
Recommendation: ANC 6A protest the medical cannabis retailer license application for DC Dank, 712 15th Street NE unless a measurement is taken by ABCA that confirms the establishment is located greater than 400 feet from Miner Elementary School. If this measurement confirms that the establishment is greater than 400 feet away from Miner, ANC 6A shall protest the application unless a settlement agreement is reached. In this case, ANC 6A authorizes the ANC Chair or the Chair of the ABC Committee, or their designee, to negotiate the settlement agreement.
Recommendation: The application for a substantial change to a license for Allure Lounge, 711 H Street NE to add (3) Sports Wagering betting kiosks inside premises on the main floor and in the bar area be forwarded to ANC 6A for further discussion by the full ANC during its April 9, 2026 meeting.
Transportation and Public Space
Accept March 2026 Report.
Economic Development and Zoning (EDZ)
Accept March 2026 Report.
Suggested Motion: ANC 6A amend its September 25 , 2025 letter to BZA insupport of a special exception to construct a new, detached, two-story,accessory dwelling unit in the RF-1 zone at 628 15th Street NE; to include acknowledgement that the 10-foot public alleyway is nonconforming.
New Business
Suggested Motion: ANC 6A send a letter of support regarding an after-hours permit toinstall the playground equipment and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) at Goding Elementary School located at 920 F Street NE, if needed, on Sunday April 12. 2026 andApril 19, 2026 within the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00pm.
Suggested Motion: ANC 6A send a resolution opposing Federal attempts to remove protected Bicycle facilities in Washington, DC.
Single Member District reports (1 minute each)
Community Comments (2 minutes each)
ANC6C Transportation and Public Space Committee has scheduled a virtual meeting for 7:00pm.
Capitol Hill Corner would also like you to know about:
FREEDC EVENTS for April
Go here to see a list of upcoming events for this week and to sign up to join FreeDC: https://freedcproject.org/
150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Memorial at Lincoln Park
Location: Lincoln Park is at the junction of 11th Street NE/SE and East Capitol Street NE/SE.
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Duration: 5 hours
Join the National Park Service as we reflect on a living symbol of America’s 250‑year journey toward full freedom by observing the 150th anniversary of the dedication and unveiling of the Emancipation Memorial in Lincoln Park.
The Life of a Poet featuring Brian Gilmore, author of No More Worlds to Conquer: The Black Poet in Washington, DC in Conversation with Poet/Editor Kyle Dargan
In-person
Thursday, April 9 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – $12.00
A history of Black poets in Washington, DC, reveals how they have reflected and transformed American cultural discourse
The discussion will feature poet Teri Ellen Cross Davis, Folger Poetry Manager and eminent DC Poet, Karl Carter
In No More Worlds to Conquer, local poet Brian Gilmore uncovers the buried legacy of Black poets in Washington. He traces the literary life and politics of Black poets in the nation’s capital since Paul Laurence Dunbar, showing how well-known American poets, such as Sterling Brown and Jean Toomer, were mentored in DC by poets like May Miller and Georgia Douglas Johnson and making the case for the city as a center of American literature.
April 7, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 301 A Street, SE. Lively Cajun French music from southwestern Louisiana. Dance to two steps and waltzes played by the Capitol Hill Cajun Orchestra (led by members of the Capitol Hillbillies). All ages welcome; free admission
Capitol Hill Perception Survey 2026
This quick and easy survey is a great way to support your neighborhood by sharing how you as a member, resident, worker, or visitor experience Capitol Hill and our services. Your feedback directly helps improve programs and amenities that benefit the community.
As a thank you, you can enter to win a $50 gift card to one of our supporting local businesses including Ambar, Mr. Henry’s, Hill’s Kitchen and Labyrinth Games & Puzzles.
