Events and Programs at Tudor Place Historic House and Garden in Washington DC
Events
Celebrate America 250 at Tudor Place
July 5
11:30 am – 4:00 pm
Tudor Place invites you to enjoy the garden and view our America 250 exhibit, “Founding Fortunes: The Estate Sale of Martha Washington” on Sunday, July 5. The 5 1/2 acre garden is a perfect oasis in Georgetown. Bring a picnic*, bring a book, bring your curiosity for knowledge!
Special Programming for the Day:
- Temple Portico Door open from 1:00pm to 2:00pm
- Collection items from 1876 & 1976 on display
- Walk-through tours of Founding Fortunes exhibition
- Art activities
- Treats (while supplies last)
- Civic Season Wish Wall
Gates will close at 3:30 p.m., but the garden will be open until 4:00 p.m. This program is free with a suggested donation of $5.
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Specialty Tour: Architecture of Tudor Place
July 10, 17, 24. & 31
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Members: $5 | Non-members: $10
Discover the ins-and-outs of the architectural details of the historic house. From the original 1795 portion to the 1870 kitchen addition, there have been several significant structural changes over the 200+ year history of this house. Climbing stairs will be involved.
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Tudor Tuesday
July 14 & 28
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Members: FREE | Non-Members: $5
Looking for the perfect way to unwind? Join us for Tudor Tuesdays, our special after-hours summer series. Experience Tudor Place in a whole new light! Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, this National Historic Landmark offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Plan a laid-back evening with friends, family outing or a charming date night, Tudor Place provides the perfect backdrop for a memorable summer evening.
What’s Waiting for You:
- Opportunity to visit our America’s 250 exhibit, Founding Fortunes, in the historic house
- Art Activities on the Lawn
- Relaxing Atmosphere
Bring your own picnic, mat/blanket and lawn chairs (please note: no red wine or red juices). Be sure to remove all trash. Trash receptacles are not provided. Due to the historic landscape, games, blow up furniture, etc. are not permitted.
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Tudor Tots: H is for Hat
July 15, 10:15 am – 11:00 am
Member Child: $5 | Non-Member Child: $10 | Accompanying Adult: Free
So many hats! Caroline Peter owned many different types of hats. Learn about changing fashions by exploring some of her styles. Early learners aged 18 months to four years old and their caregivers will learn about different hat styles and fashion of the 20th century through the hats left by Caroline Peter. This program will be taught through group story time, museum artifacts and a hands-on art project.
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Virtual Tours
Revisit your favorite parts of Tudor Place from the comfort of your own home.
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For more information on Tudor Place, visit www.tudorplace.org. To see the full event calendar, click here.
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