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Healthy Preservatives: Jam Session Night

Photo by J. Carrier for the Washington Post JAZZ IS AN American national treasure. Not just in my opinion, but in the opinion of Congress circa 1987. It was then that House Resolution 57 was passed to ensure that Americans will always be able to experience "the indigenous American art form" that is jazz.

The idea relies on Centers for the Preservation of Jazz and Blues, such as HR-57 on 14th St. This intimate club frequently has professionals perform, but also hosts jazz jam sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays each week. The drinks and food (southern comfort delights) are reasonably priced, the music is soothing and if you want to BYOB, you can, for a small corking fee. It's great for a group or a romantic, post-dinner drink.

» HR-57, 1610 14th St. NW; Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m.-midnight, $8; 202-667-3700.

Photo by J. Carrier for the Washington Post

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