This year’s Cherry Blossom Festival includes 26 blossom sculptures placed around DC, with a few just over the border in locations in Virginia and Maryland.
Art in Bloom Sculptures (2021)
Category: Deciphering DC
Ode to DC’s Concert Venues
We miss live concerts.
51 Murals for DC Statehood
51 murals for DC statehood found around the city. Quest completed!
Worst Closures on H Street NE (Ranked)
Restaurants and bars come and go, which is too bad, as many turn into our favorite places to hang out. Let’s look at some of the least desirable closings on H Street NE in the past 10 years.
Deciphering DC: Guide to Indigenous DC
Since today (October 14th) is Indigenous People’s Day, here’s a look at a walking tour exploring the highlights and history of indigenous peoples in DC.
DC in Photos: Murals in NoMa Edition
More photos exposing the underbelly of DC.
Deciphering DC: Georgetown Canal Plan (Public Comment Period until 5/11)
If you’re following the progress of the Georgetown Canal Plan, the National Park Service (NPS) held the third public meeting on April 4th to present the concept alternatives they’ve developed.
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Deciphering DC: City Views (Paintings by Elaine S. Wilson)
Check out these cool plein air oil paintings of DC.
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Deciphering DC: Viewing Stones @ National Bonsai & Penjing Museum
Exploring DC should be on everyone’s agenda.
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Deciphering DC: Totem Poles @ Congressional Cemetery
Have you visited the Healing Totem Poles in the Congressional Cemetery?
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Deciphering DC: America’s Best Places For Bikes
DC is a good place to bike?
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Deciphering DC: Tudor Place Garden
Now that Spring has finally arrived (maybe), and the weather is beautiful, it’s time to get outside and explore DC.
Deciphering DC: Isaac Newton’s Apple Tree
A direct descendant of Sir Isaac Newton’s famous apple tree grows in DC. In case you didn’t know.
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Deciphering DC: Fort Bunker Hill Park
Let’s get historical.
Deciphering DC: National Bonsai & Penjing Museum @ U.S. National Arboretum
There are many great and busy places to visit in DC, but the out-of-way U.S. National Arboretum should be added to everyone’s list to visit regularly.
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Deciphering DC: Water Lilies @ Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens
Get over to the Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens while there is still time to see the water lilies!
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Deciphering DC: Legacy Memorial Park
Walking in DC always provides ample opportunities to discover new things. On the way to the new ANXO Cidery & Tasting Room, one such place presented itself – the Legacy Memorial Park.
Deciphering DC: Presidential Memorials
What is the most obscure Presidential Memorial in DC?
Deciphering DC: Lincoln Memorial Likes US States
Have you ever peered at the imposing Lincoln Memorial and wondered why the names of certain states are carved along the outside facade? Or when you step back further and crane your neck, why there are even more states displayed along the very top section (the attic)? Or wondered if the number of columns actually had any significance?
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Deciphering DC: Moongate Garden @ Smithsonian Castle
Within the Enid A. Haupt Garden (set between the Smithsonian’s Castle and the Freer|Sackler Gallery), rests the not quite secluded, but maybe you missed it, Moongate Garden. And it’s a fantastic little spot for a lunch or a sit.
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