Author: Prince Of Petworth

What the Helen of Troy Happened to the Trees at the Kennedy Center!?! Willow trees gone

By Prince Of Petworth

Update from a reader:

“I was told that the garden beds the willows are in are very shallow so every few years they start to die off. One was really sick and not looking great and another fell over in one of the recent storms so they went ahead and cut them all down. The were replanted a couple of years ago when one of the theater houses had finished its latest remodel. No word on if they will be replanted or if something else will be replanted in its place.”

Thanks to P. for sending this jarring sight from the Kennedy Center:

“Willow trees on the Kennedy center terrace razed: (more…)

New Lucky Bar Awning Up!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1221 Connecticut Ave, NW

“Lucky Bar
The most fun you’ll have at a bar in DC. Great Drinks, Great Bartenders, Great DJs… DC‘s ORIGINAL Soccer Bar Destination!”

As we get closer to the World Cup…

Thanks to Ian (and others) for sending the new Lucky Bar awning up on Connecticut: (more…)

“After 27 years of making space for art in Washington, DC, CulturalDC has concluded operations and announced a series of legacy investments to carry the mission forward.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“At a private celebration last month, CulturalDC’s Board of Directors announced that the organization would sunset operations after more than 27 years of transforming the District’s arts and culture scene. This decision follows the sale of the historic Source building in August 2025, which CulturalDC originally purchased in October 2006 to preserve and redevelop as a multi-use performing arts space. The sale marked a significant milestone in the organization’s journey to reimagine how it invests in artists and the future of DC’s creative community.

Founded in 1998, (more…)

“Congressional Cemetery’s Support for Federal Employees During the Shutdown”

By Prince Of Petworth


1801 E Street, SE courtesy Congressional Cemetery

From an email:

“During the federal government shutdown, many museums and National Park Service sites are closed to visitors. Historic Congressional Cemetery, however, remains open.

As an independent nonprofit organization, we are not part of the federal government, and we continue to welcome visitors, volunteers, and community members every day.

We understand this is a challenging and uncertain time for many, especially for furloughed federal employees and their families.

Our historic grounds offer a place of peace, reflection, and connection. A reminder that even in difficult moments, community endures.

Here are a few ways to spend time with us: (more…)

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