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New Season!

WETA production debuts 4 more episodes, Mondays at 9 p.m. on WETA PBS, 8 p.m. on WETA Metro; stream via the PBS App and weta.org

Deanwood, DC Monday, February 6

In this episode, John and Christine and realtor Keith James visit the Northeast neighborhood to tour several century-old homes, including a Cape Cod and a stone house renovation. See them guess listing prices, and learn about gardens within Marvin Gaye Park, named for the famous former local resident; the history of Deanwood’s churches; and the former Nannie Helen Burroughs’ National Training School for girls.

Vienna, VA Monday, February 13

Led by realtor Lex Lianos, John and Christine tour 3 unique Northern Virginia homes. From a Stonewall Manor fixer-upper, to a renovation on an acre lot, to a modern home, this episode explores Vienna’s wide variety of properties. Discover how the community evolved with the arrival of the railroad and visit its former station, now a museum; hear from Mayor Linda Colbert; and explore music venue Jammin Java.

Bethesda, MD Monday, February 20 Tour Bethesda to learn about the importance of “restoration over renovation” in homes. Guided by realtor Dana Rice, the hosts visit a 1930s bungalowstyle starter home in Huntington Terrace, a centerhall colonial in Westgate, and a vast home in English Village. Hear about the Montgomery Farm Women’s Cooperative Market; meet local historians who discuss the city’s reckoning with slavery; and tour the Josiah Henson Museum.

Logan Circle, DC Monday, February 27

With realtor Daryl Judy (above right), the hosts tour a two-bedroom condo with a loft and rooftop terrace; a chic modern condo with beautiful updates; and a four-bedroom townhome with architectural arches throughout. Learn about Logan Circle from locals who have experienced the area’s transformation, and hear about the community’s history of inclusivity.

In February, WETA’s local house-hunting and neighborhood series If You Lived Here spotlights four more communities in new Season 3 episodes. Join hosts Christine Louise and John Begeny as they visit homes around the D.C. area, talk with realtors, historians and residents about local neighborhoods; and discover what makes each community special. Visit the series’ Neighborhood Guide at ifyoulivedhere.org to learn more. Support for If You Lived Here is provided by The Yuen Foundation.

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