The Foggy Bottom Historic District is a unique four-block tree-lined neighborhood whose rowhouses reflect its late 19th Century Irish, German and African American working-class heritage. The neighborhood also reflects demographic and other changes wrought by urban renewal, highway construction, George Washington University expansion, and multi-unit development. The Foggy Bottom Association History Project House Map is ... Read more

The 2025 application for the Preservation Initiatives Grant Program is now open through Friday, March 7, 2025. For more information about the grant program and the application process, please join us for a virtual grant workshop on Thursday, December 12th.   This grant program, administered by the DC Preservation League, provides matching grants to individuals and nonprofit organizations for ... Read more

The 2025 application for the Preservation Initiatives Grant Program is now open through Friday, March 7, 2025. For more information about the grant program and the application process, please join us for a virtual grant workshop on Tuesday, January 7th at 6:00 PM EST.   This grant program, administered by the DC Preservation League, provides matching grants to individuals ... Read more

This January, join DCPL's Zachary Burt to explore the process of historic designation. Designating a historic site can be complex and overwhelming, as there are many aspects to consider when evaluating a site for historic designation. Luckily, there are many useful resources that can help homeowners and other individuals interested in preservation. This presentation will provide the ... Read more