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Jun 03, 2021

George Washington Distilled A Whole Lot Of Whiskey. A D.C. Museum Will Display His Booze-Filled Letters

The first president was, at one point, America’s biggest whiskey distiller.

Dec 29, 2020

Beloved River Farm On Market For $32 Million, As Groups Scramble To Buy It

The riverfront land, once owned by George Washington, has been open to the public for more than 50 years.

Oct 16, 2020

Neighbors Fight To Save Historic River Farm, Once Owned By George Washington

The 27-acre property on the Potomac River has been open to the public since 1973, but its future is uncertain after it took a financial hit during the pandemic.

Feb 20, 2020

Mount Vernon Stops Selling Souvenir Washington Dentures Over Ties To Slavery

Contrary to popular lore, Washington’s false teeth were not made of wood.

Dec 22, 2016

First Look: Farmers & Distillers Tries To Answer ‘What Would George Washington Do?’

Check out photos and details on the latest concept from the Founding Farmers team.

Mar 01, 2016

Photos: It’s Makeover Time For George Washington(‘s Portrait)!

Art conservators are going to work on the iconic Lansdowne portrait for the next 18 months.

Dec 11, 2015

GW President Apologizes To Student Over Palestinian Flag Incident

“I have…assured him that the university’s actions were in no way a response to his expression of his beliefs or opinions.”

Mar 18, 2014

Interview: Local Bracketologist Patrick Stevens AKA D1scourse

DCist chatted with Patrick about the upcoming tournament, the rigors of scheduling, and even his favorite places to grab a bite before tipoff in the region.

Mar 13, 2014

American University Is Headed To The NCAA Tournament

For the first time since 2009, the American University men’s basketball team is headed to the NCAA Tournament.

Jan 15, 2014

District Hoops: A College Basketball Roundup

A new year means a new season for many of the local area teams.

 
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