Seersucker Garden Soiree: Dance under the stars to 20s Jazz and the merriment of a Presidential Garden Soiree

Woodrow Wilson House 2340 S Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Step back in time for an exclusive evening at the Presidential home of Woodrow Wilson to experience the elegance of the roaring 20s with an evening of music, dancing under the stars to a live band, and the excitement of a Presidential vintage garden soiree. Join us on your own or with friends to the rare opportunity to  experience the ambiance of a vintage Presidential garden soiree. While entertaining in the fully restored rooms of this Georgian revival townhouse, you will have the opportunity to view elaborate gifts of state from around the world, important materials from Wilson’s presidency, objects from the White House, family items and personal objects. President Wilson was the first US President to travel in Europe, and received numerous state gifts which (unlike the leaders of today) he was able to keep.  On display are gifts from the allied heads of state including a Gobelin Tapestry from the people of France, a mosaic from Pope Benedict XV and autographed portraits of the British Monarchs.  As you enjoy your evening, museum staff will be on hand in each major room to highlight artifacts from around the world. ~ Vintage Music: Enjoy thrilling 1920s jazz music performed by the Foggy Bottom Whomp Stompers. ~ Vintage Attire: Dress up in your favorite vintage or vintage inspired attire. ~ Dance under the stars in the garden of Woodrow Wilson House.* - Attend on your own or with friends to meet other ICDC Members and make new friends ~ Delectable desserts: Enjoy delectable selection of desserts. ~ Wine and drinks will be available for purchase. Please note that space is extremely limited so make your reservations early. Kindly note that this is not a dinner function, so please plan to have dinner before or after the event. Light food will be served. Wine will be available for purchase. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors.

Vintage Game Night

Woodrow Wilson House 2340 S Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month, from 5:30 – 8pm, for our Vintage Game Night! The museum will be open after hours for this happy hour event. $15 ticket price includes entrance to the museum, 2 drink vouchers, gaming munchies, and all-you-can-play vintage board games. Additional drinks can be purchased for $5 each. Located just above Dupont Circle, the President Woodrow Wilson House is the authentically furnished 1920s home where our 28th President moved from the White House. Lounge where Wilson would have lounged, play games the Wilson family would have played (from the 1920s, 30s and 40s) and enjoy a unique game night experience unlike anything else in DC. Tickets are best purchased online. Limited walk-ins are taken on a first come, first served basis. We hope to see you there! Questions or concerns? sandrews@woodrowwilsonhouse.org

Vintage Game Night

Woodrow Wilson House 2340 S Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month, from 5:30 – 8pm, for our Vintage Game Night! The museum will be open after hours for this happy hour event. $15 ticket price includes entrance to the museum, 2 drink vouchers, gaming munchies, and all-you-can-play vintage board games. Additional drinks can be purchased for $5 each. Located just above Dupont Circle, the President Woodrow Wilson House is the authentically furnished 1920s home where our 28th President moved from the White House. Lounge where Wilson would have lounged, play games the Wilson family would have played (from the 1920s, 30s and 40s) and enjoy a unique game night experience unlike anything else in DC. Tickets are best purchased online. Limited walk-ins are taken on a first come, first served basis. We hope to see you there! Questions or concerns? sandrews@woodrowwilsonhouse.org