Rebecca Nelson, Author at Washingtonian

There’s a Coffee Company Behind Those "Coexist" Bumper Stickers

A behind-the-scenes look at the business of philanthropy.

I.Q. | 4 YEARS ago

Senior Living in DC’s Dupont Circle

Attracted by lively food and arts scenes, an Alexandria couple joins the growing number of seniors moving to the District and buys a modern Dupont co-op.

People, Open House | 4 YEARS ago

The 2013 High Heel Race Champ Tells All

Inertia Dolce shares a few tips everyone can use.

After Hours, Festivals | 4 YEARS ago

9 Things Thought Catalog’s Chelsea Fagan Wants You to Know About Annapolis

From Maryland's state dessert to must-visit restaurants and stores.

Capital Comment, Local News, Media | 4 YEARS ago

Where to Eat, Drink, and Shop in Bethesda

Take away the rush of the city but leave the walkable shopping, dining, and entertainment and you get Bethesda. From happy-hour deals to quaint boutiques to great pizza, here’s where locals hang out.

Arts & Events | 4 YEARS ago

What Made Me: CIA Deputy Director Avril Haines

She shares how owning a bookstore helped prepare her for public service.

People, I.Q. | 4 YEARS ago

Watergate Witness John Dean, 40 Years After Richard Nixon’s Fall

He still pursues what the President knew, and when, in his new book, The Nixon Defense.

Capital Comment, Books | 4 YEARS ago

Texas Twofer: Julián and Joaquín Castro

With the arrival of Julián Castro to head up HUD, he and his twin, Joaquín, a congressman, will be in the capital at the same time. Here's how to tell them apart.

Capital Comment, Politics | 5 YEARS ago

From Hawaii to the Hill

The long-distance life of the 50th state’s freshman representative, Democrat Tulsi Gabbard, one of the brightest new stars in a mostly lackluster Congress, yields some interesting numbers.

Capital Comment, Metrics | 5 YEARS ago

What Made Me: Andrea Mitchell

The veteran NBC journalist on cracking the glass ceiling and recognizing the human cost of the stories she covers.

People | 5 YEARS ago