Kathryn Jones is on a mission to read every plaque in every D.C.-area Smithsonian. While she didn’t start the project for posterity, proposed cuts to the institution give her experiment extra weight.

Happy Independence Week, DC! America turns 249 this weekend. You can celebrate the holiday with fireworks, barbecue fare, and ...

There may be no better place to celebrate Independence Day than the nation’s capital, and this year the DMV has plenty to keep you busy. From fireworks to catching a ballgame and everything in between ...

Best for: Chill vibes and scenic river views. Located where the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers meet, this tucked-away peninsula ...

Georgetown’s historic streets are littered with old, plastic sidewalk extenders. It needs a permanent fix. Elizabeth Miller ...