Mikaela Lefrak
WAMU 88.5
Washington, DC, United States
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Past articles by Mikaela:
A New Dance Theater Is Opening In Columbia Heights As Arts Groups Struggle During The Pandemic
At the Dance Institute of Washington, staffers are experiencing something rather unusual in the arts world right now: excitement. → Read More
This Is The New Generation Of D.C. Statehood Advocates
Energized by the events of this summer, young organizers think Washington, D.C. could finally become the 51st state. → Read More
Can You Swim In Rock Creek? DC-Area Residents Find Out
That poop smell coming from the water is, in fact, poop. But some residents say the joy of swimming is worth the risk. → Read More
House Votes To Create Smithsonian American Latino Museum
If the bill makes its way into law, the Smithsonian would start looking for a place for the museum on the National Mall. → Read More
The Smithsonian Is Collecting Coronavirus 'Artifacts' To Document The Pandemic
Local libraries and historical societies are also launching their own collection efforts. → Read More
Chicago Radio Veteran Jenn White Is The New Host Of '1A'
White takes over WAMU and NPR’s weekday talk show, which has been without a permanent host since Joshua Johnson departed in December. → Read More
Virginia Grants Cities The Power To Remove Their Confederate Statues
Efforts to change the state’s rules regarding war memorials increased after the 2017 Charlottesville riot. → Read More
How To Enjoy Rock Creek Park While Still Practicing Social Distancing
If taking a walk around your block is getting a bit stale at this point, here are some ways to safely experience Rock Creek Park. → Read More
A Deputy Director In D.C. Mayor’s Office Has Died Of COVID-19
Valentine worked for more than 16 years as D.C.’s Deputy Attorney General before moving to the Mayor’s legal team last year. → Read More
D.C. Area Sees Mass Layoffs In Wake Of Coronavirus, Hitting Restaurant Workers Particularly Hard
"You’ve got to think, all these restaurants are closing, suppliers are out of work, and that affects the entire region." → Read More
Stuck At Home And Bored? Check Out These Books Recommended By Local Booksellers
Peruse a long list of titles by local authors, books about the Washington region and stories of pandemics. → Read More
The Next Smithsonian Might Be A Women's History Museum
The Smithsonian Board of Regents would be charged with selecting a location for the new museum, "with priority given to a site that is on or near the National Mall" — but establishing new Smithsonian museums doesn't happen overnight. → Read More
A Bill To Diversify Washington's Statues Is Making Its Way Through The D.C. Government
The bill would mandate the construction of at least eight new statues, one per ward, of women or people of color who were born and raised in the District. → Read More
'Everybody Loves You On The Way Out The Door': Gypsy Sally's Owners Reflect On Closure
The space has been a hangout for Deadheads and jam band devotees since 2013. → Read More
'Everybody Loves You On The Way Out The Door': Gypsy Sally's Owners Reflect On Closure
The space has been a hangout for Deadheads and jam band devotees since 2013. → Read More
Why Are There Nearly 50 Houses Of Worship On 16th Street?
Dozens of churches, synagogues and temples line 16th Street NW. Our latest What's With Washington story explores how this "highway to heaven" came to be. → Read More
The Washington Monument's Stairwell Is A 19th Century Time Capsule, But The Public Can't See It
The monument's stairwell is lined with intricately carved stones donated by states, cities and people in the mid-1800s. → Read More
Amid Ongoing Power Struggle Over Arts Funding, Mayor Bowser Launches New Cultural Office
The new office will serve as a liaison between the Bowser administration and the soon-to-be independent Commission on Arts and Humanities. → Read More
Takoma's Been Torched: Satirical News Site Takes Aim At Takoma Park Quirks
The Takoma Torch publishes "Onion"-style articles that poke fun at the suburb's hippie, progressive reputation. → Read More
Want To Learn More About D.C.'s Indigenous History? There's An App For That.
The 'Guide to Indigenous D.C.' app aims to teach people about the city's original inhabitants. → Read More