The Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Washington, DC, along with nearby Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights, became the center of DC's Latino community in the postwar era. In the 1940s, Puerto Ricans and Mexicans arrived in the capital to obtain work in the expanding federal bureaucracy. In the 1950s and 1960s, Latin American diplomats brought embassy ... Read more
This Grant Workshop will introduce participants to DCPL's Preservation Initiatives (PI) Grant Program, which provides matching grants to individuals and non-profit organizations for preservation planning, research, outreach/education, and bricks and mortar projects related to historic and cultural sites. The workshop will give an overview of the program and application process. If you have any questions, ... Read more
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 plenty of useful resources that can help homeowners and other individuals interested in preservation. This presentation, led by DCPL's Community Outreach and Grants Manager Zach Burt, will provide attendees ... Read more
Did you know that most projects in historic districts can be approved by Historic Preservation Office staff without going to a Historic Preservation Review Board meeting? In this virtual presentation, join DCPL and Todd Jones from DC's Historic Preservation Office to learn how design review is conducted, the difference between concept and permit approvals, and ... Read more
