Dumbarton House

1799 Historic house museum focusing on the early history of DC; HQ of The NSCDA.

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Due to rain in the forecast and wet conditions on the grounds, Sunday Serenity Yoga is canceled this morning. Thank you.

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We've got some great options for in-person and virtual programs this month, even if we are still closed to the public! We hope you'll join us for one or more! Find out more info and register via our link in bio!

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The #restoration of the floors in Dumbarton House's Best Chamber and the Breakfast Room is complete! The 20th-century varnish has been removed and the wood is looking beautiful in the morning sun. What do you think?

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Happy Presidents' Day! Did you know that Joseph Nourse worked for every president until Andrew Jackson?

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Take a look at our virtual programs for February! Want to join us? Register for either or both via our link in bio!

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This #WeddingWednesday, we appreciate how our Federal Period architectural details provide classical details in wedding photos. Repost from @erintettertonphotography

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Happy New Year from all of us at Dumbarton House! 🎇 We are looking forward to an exciting new year in 2023! We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and yours from all of us here at Dumbarton House! We wish you all the best this holiday and all those in this holiday season!🎄🎁❄️🎅☃️

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We hope everyone had a wonderful solstice yesterday! While you may be unable to tell by the rain here in Washington D.C., it is now officially winter! We may not have snow on the ground now, but that doesn't mean we won't be dreaming of it! Stay safe and tucked in today! ❄️

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This winter, while the museum is closed, our staff is going on a bunch of enrichment trips to gain knowledge and inspiration for our interpretation! Last week, we visited Lincoln's Cottage for a wonderful tour and discussion with their staff!

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Here's a very scary reminder that TONIGHT is the time for a Very Scary Christmas! Join us at 8:00 pm for a virtual program, and help us resurrect the holiday tradition of telling ghost stories. Tickets are $5; you can reserve a spot via our link in bio!

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Did you set a reminder for tonight? Our Programs Manager, Mary Lesher, will be streaming from Facebook and Instagram as she attempts to make a Yorkshire Christmas Pye! Tune in TONIGHT at 5:30 to see if Mary can take on the pye challenge!

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Today's #WeddingWednesday has to be one of our favorite photographs of our north garden - our unique bowed walls, paired with those delicate lights, provide the perfect setting for an outdoor dinner. Repost @kateheadleyDC

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Did you know that in the 19th century, Christmas was a time for telling scary stories? Join us on December 18th at 8 pm as we rekindle the tradition! For more information, click our link in bio!

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While we may be closed to the public this winter ☃️, it won't stop is from having some great programs! Join us this month for two super fun virtual, holiday-based programs! ❄️🎄🎁 For more information, visit our website or click the link in our bio!

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This #GivingTuesday please consider donating to Dumbarton House! Supporting Dumbarton House will help us create wonderful new education programs and exhibitions that explore the history of Washington D.C., and the early years of the American republic!

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#OnThisDay in 1802, President Thomas Jefferson wrote an invitation to the Nourse family. He asked "Mr., Mrs., and Miss Nourse" to visit him the following Wednesday, December 1st for dinner. The invitation today lives in our collections!

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It's official! We are entering hibernation here at Dumbarton House! 😴We will be closed to the public until March while we undergo construction onsite!🚧🛠️But we will still have virtual programs this winter and keep you updated on our progress here on social media. Stay tuned!

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Have you seen the ginkgo tree in our front garden? Every fall, it turns a beautiful golden before it drops its leaves - it's a staff favorite to admire from office windows! Come enjoy the ginkgo's beauty today in the gardens before we close for construction tomorrow!

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This is our last open weekend before we shut down for winter construction! If you want to tour Dumbarton House or get gifts from our gift shop, make sure you stop in Friday, Saturday, or Sunday between 10 am and 3 pm!