Editor’s Note: Today, we introduce a new Hidden City contributor, filmmaker Meredith Nutting, and a new section, in video: “My Favorite Place.” The idea behind it? Nah, no explanation needed. Just you and your city. Sit back and enjoy the first installment of the Hidden City Daily’s “My Favorite Place.” And let us know if we should send Meredith out to talk to you or someone you might know…
About the author
Meredith Nutting is a freelance filmmaker originally from the DC Metro Area. Since finishing her Biology/Studio Art degree at Bates College she has worked on film productions for National Geographic, History Channel and Animal Planet.
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