Katrina Ellis

For more than a century, the yellow border of National Geographic has invited readers to venture beyond the familiar. Through breathtaking photography, groundbreaking scientific discoveries, and unforgettable expeditions, the magazine has inspired generations to look at the world with curiosity and wonder. Now, that spirit of exploration has found a permanent home in the heart of Washington, D.C. On June 26, 2026, the National Geographic Museum of Exploration officially opened its doors,...

Washington's diplomatic community is accustomed to cultural receptions and embassy gatherings, but every so often an event manages to transcend protocol and offer something more memorable: a genuine glimpse into the soul of a nation. Such was the atmosphere at the opening reception of the new Embassy of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas in Washington, D.C., where guests were welcomed not simply into a diplomatic space, but into a celebration of Bahamian identity, hospitality, and cultural...

There is a moment each spring when Georgetown, usually dignified in its Federal façades and brick sidewalks, becomes almost Parisian in spirit. From April 24 to 26, 2026, the 23rd annual Georgetown French Market have been transforming Wisconsin Avenue NW, between O Street and Reservoir Road, into an open-air promenade of shopping, food, music, and neighborhood life. Organized by the Georgetown Business Improvement District, the free event features more than 45 locally owned boutiques, cafés,...