“Horse walk” at 623 A St. NE

On Capitol Hill, a wide range of architectural styles and features are on display. Learn about the changing tastes and practical decisions that informed the builders’ choices. This tour was developed by CHRS President and Chair of the CHRS Historic Preservation Committee, Beth Purcell. Beth is an architectural historian with an MA in Historic Preservation from George Washington University.

Plan on walking about 2 miles in a little over an hour. Be prepared to walk in any weather; a raincoat or umbrella may be necessary. Comfortable shoes are a must.

This tour is sold out but will be offered again on November 13.
Tour Times:
Saturday, September 11 at 1pm and 3pm

Queen Anne at 617 A St. NE

Mike Canning presents Hollywood on the Hill, May 2021

Mike Canning, a member of the Washington Area Film Critics Association, has reviewed movies for the Hill Rag newspaper in DC for over 25 years, writing often on the depiction of Washington in American feature films. This led to a commission by the Friends of Southeast Library for a book focusing on DC movies, “Hollywood on the Potomac.” Mike will lead a group of  cinephiles along East Capitol Street, where he will point out prominent location sites and offer both historical lore and cinematic anecdotes.

An easy stroll, approximately a half-mile, lasting about  an hour plus time for Q&A. Be prepared to walk in any weather. We will follow the CDC guidelines, and District of Columbia regulations, in effect at the time of the tours regarding outdoor mask requirements.

Autographed copies of “Hollywood on the Potomac” will be available for sale, $10 (cash/check). Recap of Mike’s presentation at a Preservation Café.

Tickets no longer available.  Check the November schedule for tours that may be of interest.
Tour Times:
Saturday, September 11 at 1 pm
Sunday, September 12 at  1pm

IN THE LINE OF FIRE, Clint Eastwood, 1993, ©Columbia Pictures/courtesy Everett Collection

Oscar nominated stars Holly Hunter and Albert Brooks in the 1987 film Broadcast News

Notable People with Angie Schmidt, May 2021

Notable People of Capitol Hill: Visit the homes of some of the many fascinating politicians, activists, artists, writers, and others who, from the early 19th-century to contemporary times, have made Capitol Hill their home. Curious to know where that famous Washington power couple, James Carville and Mary Matalin, made their nest and William Cody aka Buffalo Bill hung his hat? Your guide will show you.

The tours will cover  2 miles in about 1.5-2 hours. Be prepared to walk in any weather; a raincoat or umbrella may be necessary. Comfortable shoes are a must. We will follow the CDC guidelines, and District of Columbia regulations, in effect at the time of the tours regarding outdoor mask requirements.

Tickets are not longer available. Check the November schedule for other tours that may be of interest.
Tour Times:
Saturday, September 11 at 10 am, 1pm and 3pm
Sunday, September 12 at 10 am, 1pm and 3pm

Buffalo Bill Was Here

Home of Congressman John Lewis

Our friends at Eastern Market Main Street (EMMS) are hosting “Independence!,” one-of-a-kind walking and beverage-tasting tour, July 3 from 2-5 pm,

Photos: Live and In-Person! Back to normal only better! It felt great to have an in-person 4th of July Parade on Capitol Hill. 

Historic alley dwellings on Gessford Court SE

Capitol Hill has many hidden alleys and charming one-block streets with a past mix of residential and industrial uses.  Explore these unique communities, their houses and history, their ups and downs, who lived there in the past and who lives there now. Gessford Ct., Walter St., Kings Ct., Duvall Ct., Cluss Ct.

Take a virtual peek inside Undine & Carl Nash’s re-purposed-warehouse residence on Adolf Class Ct. SE.

Plan on walking about 2 miles in a little over an hour. Be prepared to walk in any weather; a raincoat or umbrella may be necessary. Comfortable shoes are a must.

Tour Times:
Sunday, September 12 at 1 pm and 3:30 pm

This tour is sold out but will be offered again on November 14.

Modern alley dwellings on Duvall Ct. SE

Bernadette McMahon and Brian Kraft presented “Voices from our past – Researching oral histories of Capitol Hill“ Tuesday, June 22, 2021.

In anticipation of the 64th anniversary of the Capitol Hill House and Garden Tour, the Society sponsored a photo contest – “The Capitol Hill Home”. We are pleased to announce the winners:  Congratulations to Robert Weinstein Stephen Morris and Stephanie Cavanaugh. Special mention: Nathaniel Liu. View photos…