On the morning of April 30, 2007, a massive fire gutted the historic Eastern Market in Capitol Hill area of Washington, DC. I was fortunately to have permission to shoot at the market back in October of 2006 during the filming of “The Mane Attraction”, my entry into the National Film Challenge 2006:
The Eastern Market is a distinct community landmark in a city full of massive, imposing monuments. The staff of the market was very accommodating to our ragtag film crew and its always a pleasure to hunt for crafty treasure there and pick up farm-fresh produce. The mayor of DC has pledged money to help rebuild the market. But, for those of you in the DC-area, your contribution would help restore this fixture of local city life.
Consider donating to the Capitol Hill Community Foundation, which is taking donations to support the vendors displaced by the fire.
