Folger Shakespeare Library Tour
Folger Shakespeare Library 201 East Capitol Street SEFolger Shakespeare Library, Alan Karchmer Join the DC Preservation League for a unique opportunity to tour the historic Folger Shakespeare Library on Capitol Hill. The tour will be led by: Amanda Edwards, Associate Principal and Architectural Conservator at MTFA Design and Preservation; Emily Eig, Architectural Historian and President/CEO of EHT Traceries, Inc.; and Ruth Taylor Kidd, CFO ... Read more
Mexican Cultural Institute Tour
Mexican Cultural Institute 2829 16th Street NWJoin the DC Preservation League on Saturday, September 21st at 11:30 AM for a tour of the Mexican Cultural Institute, housed in a historically designated mansion on 16th Street. Designed by architect Nathan Wyeth, the house was built on request by Mrs. Emily MacVeagh, wife of the Secretary of the Treasury during the Taft Administration. ... Read more
Latino Context Study: Public Webinar
ZoomThe DC Preservation League has completed the first draft of The History of Latino Communities in Washington, DC: A Context Study. On September 25th at 12:00 PM EST, please join DCPL online for a virtual presentation by architectural historian Heather McMahon—the consultant behind the project—who will provide an outline of that history, including associated themes ... Read more
Crab Feast 10
Washington Canoe Club 3700 Water St. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin the DC Preservation League and the Capital Pride Alliance for their annual Crab Feast at the historic Washington Canoe Club, one of DC’s most picturesque locations on the banks of the beautiful Potomac River. This event takes place entirely outdoors, with canoes and paddle boards available for adventures on the water. Date & Time: Saturday, September 28, 2024: 12noon-3:00pm ... Read more
