12 May 2026

History:

Then and Now: Captain John Smith’s Boat

About five years ago, I wrote about Captain John Smith and his voyage up the Potomac to the area where D.C. now lies, including a few sentences about the Nacotchtank tribe that inhabited the area. What I did not know was what type of ship that Smith used for this voyage. It was, in a […]


10 May 2026

News:

From the MPD Blotter

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 […]


09 May 2026

Events:

Capitol Hill Yard Sale Extravaganza: May 16, 2026

Hello! The Capitol Hill Yard Sale Extravaganza, hosted by The Hill is Home, is a GIGANTIC yard sale along the streets of Capitol Hill, DC. This is our third installment and we hope you have an absolute ball. Here are a few things to help you plan and make your day of shopping a success: […]


07 May 2026

The To Do List, Week of May 7, 2026

Don’t forget– May 10 is Mother’s Day! For many years, my mom and I have been celebrating one another at many of our favorites around the Hill, but one that has a special spot in our hearts is Bistro Cacao, for their hospitality, enduring team and solid French fare. You can still make a reservation […]


05 May 2026

News:

Hill Buzz, May 5, 2026

A reminder that Cinco de Mayo may be the most American of Mexican holidays and it’s DEFINITELY NOT Mexican Independence Day. Anyway, Happy Margarita Drinking Day and all that! On to what may be happening around us. First up, this is not Capitol Hill but it happened not too far from here and goes under […]


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