Stephen Hammond is a 7th generation member of the Syphax family of Washington, DC. He has documented his ancestors' connections to several historically significant sites, including Mount Vernon, Arlington House, Abingdon, Decatur House, and Freedmen's Village. Mr. Hammond, a geologist, has retired from a productive 40-year career with the United States Geological Survey where he […]

After being named Assistant Director of Intelligence for the Capitol Police just days before the 2020 election, Julie Farnam warned its leadership of the upcoming insurrection, sharing that “Congress itself is the target on the 6th.” Farnam says her warnings were ignored. With the author's first-hand accounts, Domestic Darkness takes us inside the explosive events […]

City Tavern Preservation Foundation invites you to join us for a celebration of the 25th anniversary of Breena Clarke’s beloved novel River, Cross My Heart, an Oprah book club selection. Her debut novel depicts the life of an African American family and the Georgetown community in the early 20th century. Breena Clarke in conversation with […]

Join us for an evening with James Johnston as he shares his research and experiences about these unique establishments.   Doors open with a cash bar at 6PM Presentation starts at 6:30PM Tickets are $10 per person. Thanks to the generosity of a donor, we are offering 50 complimentary tickets for Colonial Taverns: The Birthplace […]

Join us with Dr. Jim Ambuske as he discusses Thomas Jefferson and George III: American Revolutionaries on the 250th Anniversary of the events of 1774, marking the beginning of the revolution. July 24th Doors open at 6PM Presentation starts at 6:30PM $10 per person The City Tavern | 3206 M St NW