The HISTORICAL SOCIETY of  
NEWS WASHINGTON, D.C.

Contact: Mychalene Giampaoli (202) 785-2068 x 105
Megan Searing (202) 785-2068 x 107

March Events Sponsored by The Historical Society of Washington, D.C.

Tuesday, March 13, from Noon-1 p.m. Bring your lunch and join Steve Hoglund in the Heurich House's conservatory where he will his share his in-depth knowledge of the District. Mr. Hoglund will explore fresh perspectives of Washington, D.C. and help us to become better acquainted with our city. $5. Reservations required. 202-785-2068 x 100.

Thursday, March 22 at 6 p.m. Catherine Allgor, author of Parlor Politics: In Which the Ladies of Washington Help Build a City and a Government, will discuss her book that deals with the political culture of the early Republic. Woman, such as Dolley Madison, used their unofficial social sphere to cement the relationships that their husbands needed to make politics work. Ms. Allgor plumbs the depths of their conscious political intent by analyzing their correspondence and material culture to give us insight into the "petticoat politicking" of the day. The book is available for sale in the gift shop. Free with museum admission of $3. Reservations required 202-785-2068 x 100

On Tuesday, March 27 from 5:30-9:00 p.m. join Gail Redmann and Matthew Gilmore to find out how you can use local resources to research the history of your family. The program will begin at The Historical Society of Washington, D.C. and conclude at the DAR Library. Cost $20- includes HSW and DAR admissions, refreshments, program handouts, and round-trip Metro fare. Space is limited, so reservations and advance payment are required. For information and reservations call 202-785-2068 x 111

On Exhibit at The Historical Society of Washington, D.C. 
In the Eleanor Medill "Cissy" Patterson Gallery: Growing Up in Washington.

The Historical Society of Washington, D.C. (HSW), founded in 1894 as the Columbia Historical Society, is the only citywide educational institution that preserves and communicates the history of Washington and its people, using the past to build the future. HSW seeks to make the city's history accessible and understandable to a diverse public and to foster a sense of identity, place and pride for Washingtonians. HSW currently offers a variety of public programs for children and adults, publications, museum exhibits, an extensive library, and comprehensive collections. HSW is now creating the City Museum of Washington, DC, scheduled to open in 2003 in the soon-to-be restored Central Public Library. Currently located in the Heurich House Museum at Dupont Circle, HS W is open to the public for tours and research.