The revitalization of Downtown DC continues! On Friday, we gathered nationally renowned landscape architects in DC to begin a multi-day workshop. Teams will develop a conceptual design for Farragut and McPherson Squares and the right-of-way that connects them.

Our support for Black Businesses extends beyond the month of August.   Through programs like the Inclusive Equity Innovation Fund, Mayor Muriel Bowser and DMPED are providing financial support to Black entrepreneurs like Stephanie, founder of Oh-Mazing Food.   Learn more about the brand:

Tourism numbers are up and we can see and feel the energy in our city. More tourism means more jobs, more economic development, and more opportunities for our residents. We're proud to be a world-class destination, and we are proud to showcase all that DC has to offer.

Since its founding, Ben's Chili Bowl has been a community hub and a cornerstone of local Washington. Hosting everyone from civil rights activists to former US presidents, people can know the real DC by stopping by Ben's. Join us in celebrating 66 years of Ben's Chili Bowl!

Today's announcement brings Mayor Muriel Bowser and DMPED a step closer to fully realizing the potential of the Anacostia waterfront and transforming Poplar Point into a world-class park and entertainment destination that will deliver jobs, business opportunities, and housing to Ward 8.

Happy First Day of School, DC! To all of the students, families, and our wonderful educators welcoming back our learners today: we hope you have a great start to a fantastic year.

DC is the city for creatives and this week we are excited to kick-off a month long celebration spotlighting our creative economy. 🎵🎨🎹 It all starts this Thursday at the 202 Creates Kick Off Celebration. 📅Thursday, August 29, 2023 📍1385 Canal Street SE 🕐6 PM

A Heat Emergency will be activated on Wednesday, Aug 28.🚨 Remember: Stay hydrated, limit sun exposure, and check on seniors, neighbors, and pets. If you see someone in need, contact: 📞Shelter Hotline: 202-399-7093 or 311 📞911 for an immediate safety risk

#BeDowntown this weekend at Franklin Park for DC Afro Latino Festival!🎵🎉

🎉 Get ready to celebrate DC’s creative spirit at Mayor Bowser’s 202Creates Kick-Off! 🗓️ Thursday, August 29, 2024 📍 1385 Canal St SE, DC ⏰ 6:00 PM 🆓 Free event! Bring your ID for check-in. 🚗 Limited parking. Consider Metro (Navy Yard), bus (A8, P6, V4), or ride-share.

DC is a food town! We have a great assortment of sit down, fast casual, and mom & pop shops. We're home to over 20 Michelin star restaurants and James Beard recognized chefs. According to Washingtonian 🌸, here are the new restaurants you need to try next.

Now with a development team selected for Parcel 6, we're that much closer to realizing the community's vision for the St. Elizabeths East Campus. We'll continue to make key investments and to build a campus with housing, health care, retail, and more. ➡️tinyurl.com/Parcel6Release

Our Housing in Downtown program brings new uses to vacant spaces. Join us as we celebrate the first round of awardees at a soon-to-be converted office building: 🗓️Tomorrow ⏰11AM 📍1625 Massachusetts Ave NW #BeDowntown

LIVE: Mayor Bowser Announces First Projects to Receive Support from DC’s Housing in Downtown Program x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Through Mayor Bowser’s investments and steadfast commitment to St. Elizabeths, together we have been able to grow this campus into a community that is delivering housing, jobs, amenities, and opportunities to Congress Heights and Ward 8 residents. We are excited to partner with

We know that when we add more housing, we drive down the cost of rent. We're proud that DC is a leader in the region for producing new affordable housing, and we're not done. Using tools like our Housing in Downtown program, we'll create more affordable housing and build on our