On the Square

Get to know where you live! The DC History Center is taking you back to basics at our annual community day On the Square.

How well do you know DC? No, not that DC; leave the White House, the Capitol, and the Mall out of this. We mean real, local DC with its many neighborhoods and super local community stories and histories. 

Stop by the DC History Center during Open Streets on Saturday, October 5 to get to know the city with free neighborhood walking tours, a sneak peek at our upcoming exhibit, family-friendly activities, one-day-only pop-up exhibits, and a close look at new collection materials. Whether you’ve lived here for years, recently moved to the city, or are just visiting, you’ll walk away with a new understanding of the city as we go back to DC history basics.

Schedule

11 AM - 2 PM              Kiplinger Research Library Open
11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM    Carnegie Building Tours
12:30 - 1:30 PM          Historic Shaw Alleyways Neighborhood Tour
2:00 - 3:00 PM           Mt. Vernon Neighborhood Tour

Learn more about 7th Street NW Open Streets event.

This annual open house is supported by YOU—DC History Center members, program attendees, researchers, friends, and neighbors. We want to give you a shoutout as part of our incredible community. Donate at registration to be recognized below and in onsite signage!

DONORS 

Monida Davalos
Donald Kammer
Gail Lelyveld
Michelle Nelson
Jamie Reich

DC HISTORY CENTER PROGRAMS ARE SUPPORTED BY: 

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS: