Robert Pohl worked for many years as a computer programmer but recovered from that and became a full time stay-at-home dad. With his son now in school, he has expanded his horizons and become a self-taught historian. He has written books about his house as well as Emancipation in the District of Columbia. You can reach Robert at Robert[at]thehillishome.com
It was the Day of the Dog at Congressional Cemetery on Saturday, which meant lots of dog-related activities and exhibits there. The Hill is Home was there, as well.
It has come time to say goodbye to an old Capitol Hill resident: The DS Barry. Originally the USS Barry, the ship was brought to the Washington Navy Yard in 1983 and had its prefix changed to Display Ship – DS. Built in Bath, Maine, she was the third ship destroyer named after Commodore John Barry […]
A few weeks ago, I gave a talk about the Navy Yard and its history for the Smithsonian Associates. During the question period at the end, I was asked about radio research at the Navy Yard. I had not done any research in that direction yet, so here is my attempt to rectify that oversight. […]
WETA is currently working on a piece on neighborhoods, and as part of that, they interviewed me about Capitol Hill and its alleys. As anyone of you who knows me understands, I do not say no to the opportunity to talk at length about topics that interest me. Even if you stick a large camera in […]
Since the demise of Trover’s and the Barnes & Noble in Union Station, Capitol Hill has been bereft of new book stores for adults. Used book lovers still have Riverby, Capitol Hill Books, and the frequent sales at the Southeast and Northeast libraries. Fairy Godmother continues to serve the younger set. However, adults looking for the […]