Washington History is the only scholarly publication devoted exclusively to the history of our nation’s capital. First published in 1989, the magazine replaced the Records of the Columbia Historical Society (1897-1989). Washington History is filled with scholarly articles edited for the general reader. It is written and edited by distinguished historians and journalists, offering a rich array of images as well as reviews and short features.
The full run of Washington History is cataloged in the Library catalog. Full-text access to Washington History is accessible through JSTOR, the online service that preserves the scholarly record and that is accessible via a free registration. (Members: see our guide to accessing Washington History). The current and past issues are available for purchase in the DC History Center Store and at area book stores. The magazine is mailed to members as a benefit of Membership Plus level membership in the DC History Center.
The Columbia Historical Society was founded in 1894, became known as the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. in 1989, and is now the DC History Center. The Records of the Columbia Historical Society were published from 1897 through 1989. Full-text access to Records of the Columbia Historical Society is accessible through JSTOR, the online service that preserves the scholarly record.