FEBRUARY / MARCH 2015 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 35
FROM ITS VERY BEGINNING,
the Washington Athletic Club has always
celebrated its middle name. Founded
for social and athletic purposes and
driven by those same goals today, the
Club's spirit has hovered over the corner
of Sixth and Union—and around the
world—since 1930. Members come here
for many reasons. Sports, friendship,
business … the list goes on and on.
As the Club commemorates its 85th
year, WAC Magazine will uncover stories
lost, championships gained, and lives
lived in shared pursuit of something
For each of us, life is a series of moments.
Our history as a club is no different.
Join us as we honor the past and look
forward to the future. We begin with
our middle name, as prominent today as
better, intangible, even magical.
on opening day 85 years ago: Athletics.
getting started.
