Anacostia

This historic neighborhood is located in Southeast DC and situated on the banks of the Anacostia River. Anacostia is enjoying a renaissance with a burgeoning small businesses community, entrepreneurs and arts scene.

The Anacostia Arts Center is home to a black box theater, five galleries/boutiques, a pop-up gallery and Nurish Café. The neighborhood has a number of historical landmarks, architectural gems and other unique attributes such as the “The Big Chair”, a 4,600 pound, 19.5 foot high chair built for the Curtis Brothers Furniture Company.

Circulator Route: Congress Heights – Union Station

Resources for Anacostia:
Anacostia Bid
Washington.org
Washington Economic Partnership