A visit to Dumbarton House, built c. 1800, offers guests a unique opportunity to view one of the finest examples of Federal period architecture in the U.S., along with its impressive furniture and decorative arts collections. They take away a clear idea of what life was like in the earliest days of our nation’s capital....
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What if you could host your next event in one of the oldest and most prestigious homes in Washington? We welcome intimate gatherings and large celebrations in our alfresco, indoor, or tented environments, just a block away from the White House. Let us make your special event, holiday party, conference, or wedding reception part of...
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In 1820, Amos Williams and his three brothers borrowed $20,000.00 from their friend John Savage to start a textile weaving business on the banks of the Little Patuxent River. The water from the river flowed over a huge 30 foot water wheel which powered the machines that wove the cloth. Today, the historic complex of...
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THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY AT MOUNT VERNON SQUARE 801 K Street NW Washington, DC 20001 Phone: 202.249.3229 Email: knoell@eventsdc.com Website: www.eventsdc.com/venues The Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square combines simple elegance and modern amenities to create a versatile space perfect for any event. Located across the street from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, this historic...
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BILLINGSLEY HOUSE 6900 Green Landing Road Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 Phone: 3010627-7085 Email: billingsley@pgparks.com Website: www.pgelegantsettings.com Billingsley House is a brick Tidewater Colonial plantation house that sits on 430 acres overlooking the Patuxent River. The house and land were named for Major John Billingsley, the original 1662 land grant owner. Even though Major Billingsley never...
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WOODLAWN MANOR 16501 Norwood Road Sandy Spring, MD 20860 Phone: 301.744.1900 Email: Melissa.Bonds@MontgomeryParks.org Website: www.montgomeryparks.org Woodlawn Manor Park Event Center offers a beautiful, pastoral setting for weddings, receptions, social events, life celebrations and business meetings. The Georgian-style Manor House resides within the Woodlawn Cultural Park and possesses a charming sense of history. The Manor House,...
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Oakland Mansion 5430 Vantage Point Road Columbia, MD 21044 Phone: 410.730.4801 Email: info@historic-oakland.com Website: www.historic-oakland.com Nestled in a peaceful wooded area, Historic Oakland stands proudly in natural splendor. It is truly one of the most beautiful and historic buildings in Howard County, Maryland. Oakland was built in 1811 in the popular federalist style. Through the...
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Settled high on a hill in Lutherville among 60 acres of secluded woods, Sumner and Dudrea Parker designed The Cloisters to highlight their extensive collection of medieval artwork and artifacts, and now their masterpiece is available to showcase your special event. The Cloisters, also referred to as Cloisters Castle, was built about 1930 and is...
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The historic and refurbished Strong Mansion with its formal gardens, provides a picturesque setting for weddings and social events. Strong Mansion is located just 15 minutes from historic Frederick, Maryland and one hour from both Washington, DC and Virginia. The property encompasses 3,000 acres of private land open for public enjoyment. The amenities of this...
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