Washington Walks

10/15/2026

For everyone who cares about the fate the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts:

Today the National Historic Preservation Act turns 60. It has saved countless important places and deserves to serve for another 60 years, but that future is under dire threat from the federal government.

Please watch and share this just-released short film and join the fight for the future of our past at 106strong.com!

https://youtu.be/QBCFutV-Y9Y?si=8V2NMoql2arnoiW4

Cultural Heritage Partners

A short film on the 60th anniversary of the National Historic Prese...

10/13/2026

Here's a way to show some love to one of the jewels in the musical crown of the Kennedey Center: attend this free concert by the Washington National Opera Orchestra at The Reach!

Check out our recent Notes from the Underground for concert updates, including THIS THURSDAY 6 pm at The REACH. https://mailchi.mp/42f45f8edc02/notes-from-the-underground-14190557?e=b5817d3baf

10/09/2026

Washington Walks guide Carolyn recently led a historic preservation-themed walking tour for National Preservation Partners Network that concluded at one of the best preserved, historically important buildings in D.C.: The Octagon Museum.

National Preservation Partners Network is a membership-based, independent association of non-profit organizations from across the United States and Territories working in the broad field of historic preservation and heritage conservation. We applaud their work!

LEARN MORE: https://prespartners.org/

10/06/2026

Follow the path of the British during a walking tour that brings to life the incredible story of the nation’s capital, its brave citizens, and an infamous night during the War of 1812!

Washington is Burning! August 1814
Saturday, October 10, 2026
10:00 AM - 12 noon

RESERVATIONS: https://www.washingtonwalks.com/tours/washington-burning-1814-us-capitol/

09/30/2026

Explore the neighborhood that was shared by Black intellectuals, business leaders, and families of all economic levels and see iconic establishments such as Ben's Chili Bowl and the Lincoln Theatre on a walking tour this Saturday!

City Within a City: U Street
Saturday, October 3, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

RESERVATIONS: https://www.washingtonwalks.com/tours/city-within-a-city-u-street/

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