Next Neighborhood - Adams Morgan

If we had to choose one staple neighborhood from all the DC neighborhoods, it would have to be Adams Morgan. This is one of the best areas in DC because it epitomizes so much of what makes DC wonderful—the vibrant nightlife, the diverse neighbors, the walkable neighborhood staples.

Once upon a time, Adams Morgan wasn’t actually part of DC. It was situated just outside the original city limits as planned by Charles Pierre L’Enfant. As the city expanded in the 19th and 20th centuries, the neighborhood gained streetcar lines and became a fashionable middle-class neighborhood.

You’ll find historic row houses around 18th Street, as well as a variety of independently owned stores.

Art lovers will enjoy the DC Arts Center, an art gallery and performance space that supports emerging artists in the city. On any given day you can catch anything from Improv Wars in the theater to Facebook Photos by Poets in the gallery.

Ever since the 1970s, Adams Morgan has had a renaissance. Back in 1975, it had a mere eight restaurants. Nowadays it has over 100.

In fact, it’s one of the District’s most popular nightlife and entertainment districts, making it quite popular with college kids and new grads. But it’s also a big hit among young families thanks to the abundance of diverse schools, farmers markets, festivals, and public art. Oh, and the culture of activism is a big plus too!