''Washingtonian'' is a monthly magazine distributed in the

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. It was founded in 1965 by

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and Robert J. Myers. The magazine describes itself as "The Magazine Washington Lives By". The magazine's core focuses are local

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–style articles,

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, and

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Editorial content

''Washingtonian'' publishes information about local professionals, businesses, and notable places in Washington, D.C. Each issue includes information on popular local attractions, such as restaurants, neighborhoods, and entertainment, such as fine art and museum exhibits. There is a regular in-depth feature reporting on local institutions, politicians, businessmen, academics, and philanthropists.It also has information about essential services and real estate listings within Washington. Since 1971, the magazine has annually nominated up to 15 people as "Washingtonians of the Year"''.'' The magazine describes the award as honoring men and women "''who give their time and talents to make this a better place''". ''Washingtonian'' has won five National Magazine Awards.''''

Leadership

In August 2009, ''Washingtonian'' announced that Garrett Graff would replace long-time editor John A. Limpert as editor-in-chief. Limpert is currently editor-at-large. Graff left in 2014 and was replaced by Michael Schaffer. ''Washingtonian'' is a family-owned publication. The former CEO was

Philip Merrill Philip Merrill (April 28, 1934 – June 10, 2006) was an American diplomat, publisher, banker, and philanthropist. Career Born Philip Merrill Levine, he was a graduate of Cornell University and Harvard Business School. At Cornell, he was manag ...

(1934–2006), who was succeeded as chairman by his wife, Eleanor; their daughter

Catherine Merrill Williams Katherine, also spelled Catherine, and other variations are feminine names. They are popular in Christian countries because of their derivation from the name of one of the first Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christ ...

is the president and publisher.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Washingtonian (magazine) 1965 establishments in Washington, D.C. Local interest magazines published in the United States Monthly magazines published in the United States Magazines established in 1965 Magazines published in Washington, D.C.

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