Washington, DC Sights

Dumbarton House

#237 of 727 things to do in Washington, DC

#4222 of 27205 things to do in North America

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  • Address
    • 2715 Q St NW
  • Transport
    • Georgetown shuttle from Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro
  • Website
  • Phone
    • 202 337 2288
  • Price
    • adult/student incl tour $5/free
  • Hours
    • 10am-2pm Tue-Sat, tours every hr 10:15am-1:15pm

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Lonely Planet review for Dumbarton House

Often confused with Dumbarton Oaks, Dumbarton House is a modest Federal historic house, which was constructed by a wealthy family in 1798. Now it’s run by the Colonial Dames of America, who take you on genteel but gently witty tours. The focus isn’t just the house – chockablock with antique china, silver, furnishings, rugs, gowns and books – but quaint Federal customs, like passing round the chamber pot after formal dinners so gentlemen could have a group pee.

 

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