Foggy Bottom is located in the northwest quadrant of Washington, DC and is one of the oldest and most historic neighborhoods in the District. Its iconic name stems from its roots as a waterfront community dominated by the fog and industrial smoke from the glass and city gas factories operating there during the early 19th century. Read more about Foggy Bottom real estate.
Today Foggy Bottom is home to a variety of mid-rise condo buildings as well as the more traditional row houses. Luxury developments include the Watergate Complex and The Plaza. Foggy Bottom combines landmarks such as the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the George Washington University , the World Bank, and the State Department with the ease and convenience of nearby Georgetown for shopping, restaurants and clubs.
Foggy Bottom is served by the Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro Station and is bounded by 17th Street to the east, Pennsylvania Avenue to the north, Constitution Avenue to the south and Rock Creek Parkway to the west.
It’s been 50 years since the Kennedy Center first opened its doors, and the infamous performing arts center is simply packed with history. The public first got a taste of the new cultural ... Read more about 50 Years of History at the Kennedy Center
Sister Act is coming to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts from October 29th to November 10th. One of the hottest shows on the stage this year, Sister Act has won multiple ... Read more about The Hilarious Nuns of Sister Act Are Coming to DC
Looking for some Halloween fun in the DC area that the entire family can enjoy? During the months of September and October, you can celebrate Halloween at any of the venues below. Halloween ... Read more about DC Area Children’s Events for Halloween
Photo: Brook Ward You may think you know all about DC and its history, but no matter where you look it seems there are plenty of new things to see and discover, including some fun and quirky facts about DC. There’s no “J” ...
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