Join us for a reception with the Filmmaker at 6pm followed by screening of the preview film at 7pm.   A documentary honoring the life and work of artist Norman Parish Jr. The story of an African American owned gallery in the tony Georgetown neighborhood.  Learn about Parish's impact on artist and the DC culture.

A screening of the preview film: A documentary honoring the life and work of artist Norman Parish Jr. The story of an African American owned gallery in the tony Georgetown neighborhood.  Learn about Parish’s impact on artist and the DC culture.

A screening of the preview film:  A documentary honoring the life and work of artist Norman Parish Jr. The story of an African American owned gallery in the tony Georgetown neighborhood.  Learn about Parish's impact on artists and the DC culture.

Join us in welcoming writer, lawyer and lecturer Jim Johnston to discuss his books and their connection to the City Tavern.

Join us for the presentation of the critically acclaimed new book, Citizen Justice: The Environmental Legacy of William O. Douglas Public Advocate and Conservation Champion

Over cocktail, hear about Madeleine L'Engle from her granddaughter and have all of your questions answered!!

If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you through all four floors of the City Tavern. Highlights include a hand written invitation by first lady Abigail Adams, a map of Washington, D.C. from […]

Trailblazing Feminist, Civil Rights Activist, Lawyer, Scholar, Author, Poet, Priest, Nonbinary -  Graduated First in her class at Howard University Law School – the only woman in her class -  First African American woman to earn a PhD in Law from Yale University -  Co-founder of the National Organization for Women -  First African American […]

If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you through all four floors of the City Tavern. Highlights include a hand written invitation by first lady Abigail Adams, a map of Washington, D.C. from […]

If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you through all four floors of the City Tavern. Highlights include a hand written invitation by first lady Abigail Adams, a map of Washington, D.C. from […]

Join us for an evening of music, dance and culinary delights in the last remaining Federal era tavern in Washington, DC. Our music and dance offerings are accompanied by some history and participation, if you care. Dinner wil be delightful paired with specially selected beverages. The evening is inclusive at $100 per person. Make your […]