In researching the history of Eastern Market, I have come across multiple uses of the space outside of its original duty as a place to sell groceries. The basement being used as a rifle range during the WWI era certainly counts, but that is not something that I have any interest in bringing back. Using […]

Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]

There are a number of characters who seem to appear, Zelig-like, during seemingly unrelated circumstances: Benjamin Butler, Montgomery Meigs, and Benjamin Brown French all come to mind. In these cases, it is hardly surprising, as all three had long and distinguished careers here in Washington. But sometimes, it’s a much less-well known person who appears […]

Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]

I have written about alleys many times here: Schott’s Alley, Tiger Alley, Walter Houp Court. But there are many more that I have not had the opportunity to research, many of which have never even been given a name. It turns out that naming them is extremely important for anyone living on the alley, as […]