Hi Neighbor!

Just a bit about me: Volunteerism and community engagement are important to me because I am a true believer that neighborhood enhancement comes by neighbors sharing ideas and working together to improve the quality of life and services available within community. As one of the founders of the Historic Anacostia Block Association (HABA), it is my focus for the organization to continue to have a positive impact on the community and collaborate with other neighborhood organizations in working towards a brighter WARD 8.

Why I love Anacostia: When people ask me where I live, I say I am a proud resident of WARD 8, residing in Historic Anacostia. WARD 8 is truly the best community in the District of Columbia! We have the best neighbors, the most beautiful homes and the most active organizations in all of Washington, DC.

My Favorite Places in Anacostia: The Frederick Douglass Home, The Anacostia Community Museum, and Anacostia Park. Also, I can stand just about anywhere in the community and have the perfect view of the City!

Hello, hola, bonjour, and jambo to my fellow neighbors!

Just a bit about me: My journey has taken me from the Midwest to the best community in the nation’s capital, Historic Anacostia! I moved to this neighborhood in 2004 and continue to share smiles with my neighbors! It only makes life more meaningful to live among people deeply engaged in relationships and working to build our neighborhood that includes our homes, schools, stores, and churches. As one of the founders of HABA, it is a joy to be invested in the transformative acts that have bonded neighbors and created friends.

Reason for moving to Anacostia: I wanted to plant roots in Washington, DC and belong to a community with friendly neighbors.

My Favorite Places in Anacostia: The waterfront along the Anacostia River, the Frederick Douglass Home, the Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum and the American Poetry Museum!

Hello Anacostia!!!!

Just a bit about me: I am originally from Brooklyn, NY. My mom is a native Washingtonian and I grew up taking family trips to D.C all the time to see my family. When i finally branched out after high school graduation-I attended Howard University. This brought me out to D.C all on my own and I loved it and still do!!!

Why I love Anacostia: For the past 3 years I have been living in Anacostia and I love the people, the love for the preservation of the neighborhood and community activism. Anacostia residents are unique and bonded to the community and each other. Go Ward 8!!!!!

My favorite places: Anacostia Park and Frederick Douglass Home.

Just a Bit About Me: Though thousands of miles apart, establishing my home in Anacostia is really not so different from growing up in a small city in Idaho. The people are friendly, everything happens within just a few blocks, and we patronize local businesses, not just national chains. Having since lived in Ghana, England, Russia, and Germany, I am generally drawn to urban settings with their opportunities and cultural diversity. However, it is nice having the best of both worlds...without having to leave DC.

Why I love Anacostia: I came to Anacostia for the charm of the historic architecture. The tremendous sense of community that I found after I arrived was a great surprise. I think that our residents, whether new or those who have lived here for generations, come to Anacostia to plant roots. That makes our neighborhood unique.

My Favorite Places in Anacostia: The best view of Anacostia can be seen right out of my window. The Frederick Douglas house at night or covered in snow rivals any Washington landmark. A walk with my dog past the porches of Anacostia and catching up with my neighbors is another favorite 'place'. I also love looking at the large Victorian houses around Maple View and imagining what they were like in their heyday. The Anacostia Community Museum is another local treasure.