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Replacement front doors for Capitol Hill houses
Recently CHRS received several questions on what is an appropriate type of replacement door and where to buy one. Here are some ideas: Selecting an appropriate replacement door: The CHRS publication, Judith M. Capen, AIA, "Entrance - When a Door is More Than a...
Holiday Crafts for Children
CHRS will host a free jewelry making activity in the Eastern Market North Hall from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 27. Kids can make bracelets for themselves or someone special on their gift list. Bring your young friends and family members to visit us there -...
Zoning Administrator – Preservation Cafe
Matt Le Grant, the District's Zoning Administrator, discussed the new zoning regulations on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at Ebenezers Coffee House, 2nd and F Streets NE. slides The focus of the presentation was on changes to the RF-1 (formerly R-4)...
Village Voices – Religious Architecture
Religious Architecture—Uniting Faith, History and New Directions, Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 7 p.m. at the NE Public Library, 330 7th St. NE. Architect, James McCrery has made a career of bringing architecture history and function together. Join him to learn about...
CHV Symposium: Designed for Longevity
On Friday, December 9, Capitol Hill Village (CHV) will host a symposium "Designed for Longevity". CHV's description of the program: Learn about national models, design trends, new practices to support seniors living in the community. Be a part of advising...
Ugly Gas Meters Mar Capitol Hill
Washington Gas is installing ugly new and, obtrusive gas meters over the objection of homeowners. A loophole in the building permit law appears responsible. The Historic Preservation Office has detailed guidelines on installing utility meters, requiring meters to be...
Hilloween 2016
Hilloween is an annual free street party outside of Eastern Market (7th Street SE from North Carolina Avenue to Pennsylvania Avenue SE). This year it took place on Friday, October 28, and featured a hay ride, face painting, crafts, a photo booth, music, and a lot...
Creating Healthy Communities – Capitol Hill Village
Creating Healthy Communities: Where Is Capitol Hill Today, Tomorrow and In 10 Years? Tuesday, October 25 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Hill Center, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE. Capitol Hill Village (CHV) is hosting a symposium: Creating Healthy Communities. Topics include...
HVAC & Insulation – Preservation Cafe
Patrick Murphy Murphy of Harvey Hottel HVAC/Energy Solutions led the October 20, 2016 Preservation Café on "HVAC and Insulation - Comfort Solutions for Historic Rowhouses".Patrick has many years of experience in the HVAC business, as an installer, sales representative...