Historical Landscapes

The short history of an ambitious plan to develop high-end real estate in the middle of nowhere.

Woodrow Wilson and his post-presidency Kalorama home.

The story of the Hay-Adams House starts with two enterprising couples.

Developer Harry Wardman’s properties are still highly prized.

The saga of the Walsh-McLean house is one the greatest rags-to-riches stories from Washington’s own Gilded Age.