DC has some beautiful saucer magnolias, which bloom usually about a week before cherry blossom peak bloom at the Tidal Basin. As someone who loves flowers and has lived in DC for over 17 years, I love when they are in bloom, and know where to see saucer magnolias in DC. They are one of…
Are you looking to kickstart your fitness journey in Washington DC? With a wide range of gyms and fitness studios to choose from, it’s essential to find a membership that suits both your needs and budget. It can be overwhelming, but have no fear: we’ll explore the various gym options in the DC area and…
With Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and the new year right around the corner, people are searching for holiday volunteer opportunities in DC. While the holiday markets are fun, Washington DC and its surrounding areas offer a plethora of opportunities to give back to the community. This festive period presents an ideal opportunity for individuals, families, and…
Washington DC is known as the “City of Trees” and is the top city in the United States for its public parks. During the fall, visitors and residents alike are treated to beautiful fall foliage throughout Washington DC’s streets as the leaves change colors, accessible by metro. When I think of foliage, I think of…
Art All Night is a free celebration of DC’s performing and visual arts. Started in 2011 in Shaw and now a city-wide festival across all 8 wards, different neighborhood associations organize activations at local businesses and community spaces. Every year and every neighborhood is different, but include live music, art demonstrations, unique art installations, dance…
Between the tourists, college students, government workers, and lobbyists, DC can get very crowded and noisy. The good news is that DC has the most public park space of any major city in the US, with 24% of public land used for 683 parks and green spaces. And while many of these spaces are outside…
With so many art museums in DC, narrowing down to the ones most worth visiting can seem overwhelming. As an art lover who has lived in DC for 12 years, I know that there’s a lot to see! Fortunately for you, we’ve done the research, visited the galleries, and put together a five-day itinerary that…
The land that the monuments in Washington sit on was, at one time, in the middle of the Potomac River. Transforming tidal flats and marshland into some of the best known landmarks in the world was an engineering feat that some have compared to better known projects such as the Statue of Liberty. Born out…
Today, Constitution Avenue is one of Washington, DC’s major thoroughfares, bustling with traffic and flanked by some of the nation’s most iconic monuments and institutions. However, few may realize that this pivotal roadway was once a canal, playing a crucial role in the city’s early commerce and transportation network. Learn about the history of the…