Members' Guide to D.C.

Teddy Folkman, executive chef and owner of Granville Moore’s, shows off his mussels at the popular Belgian restaurant, which dubs itself a “gastropub with a healthy Belgian fetish.”

Capitol Hill Neighborhood Map: Banks, Dry Cleaners and More

November 17, 2008

Capitol Hill is not only where Congress works, but it’s also a neighborhood many Congressional workers call home. This map includes the majority of the Hill neighborhood and outlines some of the goods and services available to its residents.

Smithsonian Goes Low for Highbrow Exhibits and Art

November 17, 2008

In its 150 years, the Smithsonian has accrued 150 million pieces in its collection of objects, artifacts, specimens and creatures. So, where do you house all of this history? Even though the Smithsonian is sometimes referred to as “America’s Attic,” the truth is that many of the most interesting (and least visited) Smithsonian collections are in the basement.

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For a Fee, Museums Let You Play Roles of Spy, Newshound or Criminal

November 17, 2008

Washington, D.C., is heaven for museum lovers. For everyone else, it’s tempting to focus on the plethora of museums that are free and well-known, such as the Smithsonians. Yet the city also boasts a number of institutions whose admission fees obscure the treasures inside. We’ll explore some of the pricier halls of history.

Museums Off the Beaten Path

November 17, 2008

Anxious to hide your rookie status on Capitol Hill? Relax — Roll Call has a way to put you on a par with even the longest-serving Members. You may not have heard of any of the following five museums, but suggest them to any visitor and you are sure to look like a Washington insider.

Real Estate in D.C. Area Comes Down to Earth

November 17, 2008

Two topics tend to dominate dinner discussions in Washington: politics and real estate. Both are in a period of change and uncertainty.
The good news on the real estate front is that the nation’s capital has been spared some of the severe disruptions that have occurred in other parts of the country.

Bikers Can Find Paths Leading to Escapes

November 17, 2008

Sometimes a walk on the Mall just won’t cut it.
Brimming with parks, sporting events, museums and restaurants, the Washington, D.C., area offers no shortage of weekend diversions. And like other enthusiasts, mountain bikers — or those looking to just try it out — will not be disappointed.