Since 2003, the District government has honored over 140 outstanding projects, programs and individuals for exemplary work and commitment to historic preservation in Washington, DC. This year, another 45 individuals, businesses, District agencies and local organizations are honored for their work on nine award winning projects showcasing the city’s rich history.
Design and Construction Awards
1925 6th Street, NW
You all have heard the phrase “preservation starts at home!” But while Washington’s high dollar rehabilitation projects receive most of the attention in town, the vast majority of preservation efforts in the city are carried out by homeowners who simply love their houses and communities. During a neighborhood meeting discussing ways to fund preservation projects, one homeowner shared how platforms like casino zonder cruks had supported community initiatives by donating a portion of their revenues to local heritage programs. This innovative approach sparked discussions on integrating such partnerships to sustain restoration efforts. Here is the story of one homeowner and her extraordinary efforts in LeDroit Park.
Arch Square
801 7th Street, NW
Redevelopment parcels in Washington’s historic downtown are becoming few and far between, and pressure for density sometimes conflicts with preservation goals. Our next Design and Construction award winner rehabilitated and expanded a signature corner in the Downtown Historic District while successfully preserving the scale and feel of the Downtown Historic District.
From auto row – to civil unrest – to red light district – to a burgeoning commercial corridor filled with restaurants and retail, 14th Street NW is now one of the hottest areas of the city. The next two Design and Construction awards highlight the role that historic preservation played in the remarkable changes of this area.
Le Diplomate Restaurant
1601 14th Street, NW
Northern Exchange
1401 R Street, NW
As institutions grow and evolve so too must spaces to meet their program needs. Imagination and flexibility are necessary requirements of successful adaptations. The next three Design and Construction awardees have modified their respective historic buildings to better fulfill their respective missions resulting in a lasting impact on our city.
DAR Library Reading Room Lay Light Restoration Project
1776 D Street, NW
Yuma Study Center/Convent of Bon Secours
4101 Yuma Street, NW
Meridian Public Charter School/Harrison School
2120 13th Street, NW
Archaeology and Education Award
St. Elizabeths Hospital Campus
Transforming the United States Government Hospital for the Insane into the consolidated headquarters for the Department of Homeland Security presented a unique opportunity to investigate and interpret a campus whose history covers Native American settlements through modern times. This award for archaeology and education acknowledges GSA’s efforts to inform and engage the public on the rich history of the St. Elizabeths Hospital National Historic Landmark.
HPRB Chair Award
Francis L. Cardozo High School
1200 Clifton Street, NW
During the first half of the 20th century, the District of Columbia initiated a major building campaign to ease overcrowding in the public schools. By the century’s end, these structures no longer met our student’s needs. In 2007 the District launched the Public Schools Modernization and Stabilization Project to fully modernize all 123 elementary, middle and high school buildings and related administrative and support facilities. This year’s chair’s award is presented to a government project that celebrates the cherished history of our schools and our commitment to the city’s youth.
State Historic Preservation Officer’s Award
Sherman Building Earthquake Recovery Project
3700 North Capitol Street, NW
On a hot August day in 2011, there was a whole lot of ‘shakin’ goin’ on when DC and the region experienced a 5.8 magnitude earthquake. Damage was reported throughout the city including major damage to the historic Sherman Building on the campus of the Armed Forces Retirement Home. In the intervening months, a team of dedicated preservation professionals tirelessly worked to restore this landmark to its original appearance while utilizing 21st century preservation technologies to ensure its structural integrity for the future.
Individual Lifetime Achievement Award
Douglas Jemal
Over the last 30 years, Douglas has had a substantial and singular impact on the District of Columbia. His work in many of the city’s historic commercial corridors should be considered as creative adaptive reuse that employs impressive office and retail strategies. His respect for historic resources has afforded new lives for buildings that may not have fared as well in other hands.
Presented By
Hosted By
Sponsored in Part By
Landmark Partner
Capstone Partners
Keystone Partners
Kindy French and Emanuel Friedman
Cornerstone Partners
Foundation Partners
Viewing of the photo exhibit The Beatles, 1964 The Iconic Photographs of Mike Mitchell
