Archie Edwards Blues Heritage Foundation. 2007 Bunker Hill Road, N.E. Tel: 202-526-7539. [Contact: Mike Baytop. The AEBHF is Washington's home of the Piedmont Blues. Free workshops and jam sessions take place every Saturday at 1:30 and are open to the public. The AEBHF is a non-profit organization and volunteers and donations are welcome]

Blues Alley. 1073 Rear Wisconsin Ave. NW. Tel:(202) 337-4141 [Founded in 1965, Located in the heart of historic Georgetown in an 18th century red brick carriage house. Open seven days a week, Blues Alley specializes in authentic Creole cuisine, steak and seafood dishes (Dinner served from 6:00 pm)]

Madam’s Organ. Soul Food Restaurant & Blues Bar. 2461 18th Street, NW. Tel: (202) 667-5370 Fax (202) 234-2826

New Vegas Lounge. 1415 P St Northwest. Tel: 202-483 3971

The Zoo Bar. 3000 Connecticut Ave. Tel: 202 232-4225