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660 Water St SW, Washington, DC, DC, 20024
at S L St
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960 ftWaterfront
0.2 mi4th St & N St SW
0.5 mi086
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Specialties
The Capital Yacht club is located in the heart of our nation’s capital. We have a rich tradition of boating with monumental views. The club features warm hospitality in an exclusive, relaxed atmosphere.
History
Established in 1892.
CYC was formed on October 19, 1892 by nine yachtsmen who met on the naphtha-powered launch ALERT in order to hire a watchman to keep an eye on their vessels anchored in the newly formed Washington Channel.
CYC continues to grow as an active part of the SW Waterfront community with a membership of approximately 175 members.
In 2002 the DC City Council formally recognized CYC for its 110th year of «preservation and progress for America’s National Waterfront and its long standing service and participation in the SW Waterfront community.»
The SW waterfront area is now named The WHARF honoring its historic designation by generations of Washingtonians. CYC members are working with developers and the District of Columbia to preserve the past while creating a ‘true urban destination where maritime activity and commerce mix with culture and housing to create a vibrant waterfront community.’
