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Tour the Historic Decatur House
Date
01/08/2024 - 12/31/2024
Time
-
Days
Mondays at 10:30am and 1:00pm
Location
David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History at Decatur House 1610 H Street, NW Washington DC 20036 U.S.A.
Cost
Free

The White House Historical Association offers free public tours of historic Decatur House every Monday, excluding federal holidays and the Monday following Thanksgiving.*

A fixture of the president’s neighborhood since 1818, Decatur House has been home to foreign and American dignitaries, secretaries of state, members of Congress, and a vice president, in addition to numerous free and enslaved servants who played a pivotal role in shaping America. Visit and explore the nearly 200-year history of Decatur House and its Slave Quarters, the only existing slave quarters within sight of the White House and learn more about the many additional programs and offerings of the Association.

Tours begin at 1610 H Street, NW at 10:30am and 1pm and last approximately one hour. Visitors will be required to reserve their free spot on the tour via Eventbrite.

The White House Historical Association will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation based on guidelines provided by the CDC to maintain a safe, healthy environment for all. The Association reserves the right to adjust its availability as necessary to adhere to the latest public health guidance. Anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within 5 days prior to their visit should not attend. Anyone who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should consider rescheduling their tour.

If you’re looking to schedule a private Decatur House tour for your group Tuesday-Friday, please complete our private tour request form here.

Additional Information

Nearby Parking Garages: 1625 I Street NW / 1750 H Street NW / 1050 Connecticut Avenue NW

Nearest Metro Stops: Farragut West and McPherson Square on the Blue/Orange/Silver Line, and Farragut North on the Red Line