Join the Southwest Neighborhood Assembly History Task Force this Thursday, Oct. 11 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Arena Stage for the third community meeting regarding the project to investigate the potential for nomination of an “Old Southwest” Historic District. Visit www.swdc.org/old-southwest to learn more about the effort and view the final draft of the potential nomination. […]
Historic Preservation and Southwest
Historic preservation has become an important tool for many municipalities to maintain their character through the historic sites and places that have helped define them. Washington DC has been a leading city in the preservation movement from inception with the fight to preserve the nearby home of founding father George Washington at Mount Vernon […]
Welcome to the Neighborhood: Mission Navy Yard
The “longest bar in DC” (at 150 feet long) opened July 23 across the street from Nationals Park. Even better news is the food. Nestled into the southwest corner of 1221 Van St. SE, the neighborhood’s newest restaurant and bar is 12,000 square feet and spans two levels. The space has three bars and 600 feet of outdoor […]
The Wharf Heritage Program
Soon after Hoffman-Madison Waterfront (HMW) was awarded the opportunity to redevelop the Southwest Waterfront by the DC government in 2007, HMW was approached by a group of Southwest community members to discuss ways in which HMW could incorporate into the development the rich history of Southwest DC, the Waterfront, and the Municipal Fish Market—the longest […]
Op-ed: Forty Years Should Mean Something
For 40 years, Jenny’s Asian Fusion has been the staple of the Southwest neighborhood. Please know that when we say that, we choose our articles carefully. During that time, Jenny’s has dealt with change and adversity to continue providing an affordable dining option in Southwest, including various relocations: Waterside Mall, above Capital Yacht Club by […]
River Park Begins Property Improvements
Photo caption: A mix of open spaces and greenery makes for a relaxing atmosphere. River Park, an 11-acre cooperative in Southwest DC designed by mid-century modernist architect Charles M. Goodman and landscape architect Eric Paepcke, recently began a campus-wide rehabilitation of its grounds. The work at the property, located at 4th St. SW and Delaware Ave. […]
Op-ed: Promoting Communal Space in The Town Center Planned for 4th and M
In recent years, I and many others in our community have enjoyed the use of the lot at 425 M St. SW for our farmers’ market, local events such as the 202 Arts Fest and the DC State Fair, and the Friday night markets. This communal space has helped foster a strong, diverse Southwest community. […]