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Swampoodle Addition to Capitol Hill Historic District

Mar 13, 2015 | Beyond the Boundaries, Not on Home

On March 13, 2015, the Society petitioned Gretchen Pfaehler, Chair of HPRB in support of the Swampoodle addition to the Capitol Hill Historic District (Case 15-01). Swampoodle Nomination HP Staff Report (more…)

Talks from the 60th Anniversary Celebration at St. Mark’s

Feb 10, 2015 | 60th Anniversary of CHRS, Membership Forums, Not on Home

On January 28, 2015, we celebrated our 60th anniversary in the newly renovated parish hall at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Over 100 members and guests attended, and were treated to music, food, cake, and reminiscences about some of CHRS’s victories in past decades by members who took part. Photos of the event are posted here. (more…)

Preservation Cafe: Winterizing Your Home

Nov 19, 2014 | Not on Home, Preservation Cafés

Gary Barnhart, general contractor and owner of GL Barnhart Construction, was the November Preservation Café speaker.
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Beyond the Boundaries – Findings

Nov 19, 2014 | Beyond the Boundaries, Not on Home

EHT Traceries Inc., evaluated the history and architecture of a study area outside the Capitol Hill Historic District. (more…)

Beyond The Boundaries Context Statement

Nov 7, 2014 | Beyond the Boundaries, Not on Home, Uncategorized

Prepared by EHT Traceries Inc., a context statement on the history and architecture of a study area outside the Capitol Hill Historic District is now available. (more…)

Beyond the Boundaries- ANC Presentations

Nov 5, 2014 | Beyond the Boundaries, Calendar, Not on Home, Uncategorized

Public meetings presenting Capitol Hill history “beyond the boundaries” and the potential of expanding the Capitol Hill Historic District.  (more…)

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