About Us
Welcome to Art Place at Fort Totten
Welcome to Art Place at Fort Totten, a groundbreaking development reshaping Northeast Washington, D.C., into a vibrant cultural and residential community. Spearheaded by the visionary Calvin Cafritz Enterprises, this project is a collaboration of top-tier architects, urban planners, and cultural strategists dedicated to creating a sustainable, artistically enriched neighborhood.
Our Vision
At the heart of Art Place is our commitment to blending contemporary living with artistic expression. We’re not just building homes; we’re fostering an environment where art and life intersect daily.
Meet the team
Art Place is a development of The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation the largest private, independent, local foundation dedicated exclusively to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The Foundation is the legacy of Morris Cafritz - one of Washington’s leading commercial and residential builders from the early 1920’s to the mid-60’s—and is committed to improve the quality of life for residents of the area.
In just the last ten years, $185 million has been awarded to more than 961 organizations in categories including Community Services, Arts & Humanities, Education, Health and the Environment.
In just the last ten years, $185 million has been awarded to more than 961 organizations in categories including Community Services, Arts & Humanities, Education, Health and the Environment.