Christ Church, Georgetown is an Episcopal parish first started in Georgetown in 1817 and has occupied its current location since 1818. The present church dates from 1885. Its brick facade hugs the street corner, creating an impressive presence on both 31st and O Streets.
A small courtyard garden framed by a brick wall and trees adjoins the historic building. The Parish Hall, located on O Street, houses the administrative offices and offers space for education and fellowship events. The congregation includes both Georgetown residents and faithful from the extended DC metro area.
The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace is a private, nonprofit organization with offices located around the world, including in Moscow, Beijing, Beirut and Brussels as well as this one in Washington, D.C. Founded more than a century ago by Andrew Carnegie, the organization works to develop and advance cooperation between nations and to promote active international engagement on the part of the United States. It also provides analysis of and commentary on issues affecting global security, stability and prosperity.
The Georgetown Waterfront Park spans ten acres along the Potomac River waterfront, between the National Harbour and the Key Bridge. The park has walking paths, scenic overlooks and even a meditative labyrinth. Construction of the park, designed by Wallace, Roberts and Todd, began in 2008 and is scheduled to wrap up in 2010.
