Washington, D.C. Field Guide

Updated in 2022. 

Washington, DC leads travelers into the heart of the Nation's Capital, where America's most famous monuments stand side-by-side with a singular urban culture. This guide will tell both halves of the story in this unique city: the grandeur and complexity of official Washington and the vibrant life of purely local DC. Expert voices include bestselling young-adult novelist Jason Reynolds, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, noted local chef Erik Bruner-Yang, legendary crime writer George Pelecanos and more. This handsome volume delves into DC's rich music history, key moments in American politics, neighborhood life in Anacostia and Washington's extraordinary museums, libraries and archives.