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DACOR Bacon House

History & Elegance in the President's Neighborhood
5 out of 5 stars and 11 reviews
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Washington, DC
Holds ceremonies and receptions
5.0
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Helpful staff
Working with Meg and the team at DACOR has always been an amazing experience. We've been hosting micro-weddings there for almost 10 years and we highly value our partnership with DACOR. They are responsive, professional and a pleasure to work with.
Nicole D.
5.0
What a wonderful experience we had with the team at DACOR Bacon House! We hosted a pre-wedding cocktail party there in May of 2025, and even though weather nixed our plans to use the patio, having the entire house available as a backup was incredible. It's also worth noting that this team did an outstanding job executing the event... we agonized over food choices and costs, but by the day of the event our minds were on the wedding. As it turned out, there was nothing to worry about... Sylvia and her team worked like a well-oiled machine, and everything we needed was there before we even know we needed it. I can't say enough good things about this team, and the house. It's truly a hidden gem of DC -- one your guests have probably never seen -- and everyone will come away with a great experience. If I could give 10 stars, I would!!
J. B.
5.0

About this venue

Timeless Elegance Host the wedding you have always envisioned at the DACOR Bacon House, a historic venue nestled in the heart of Washington, DC. This charming Georgian mansion dates back over 200 years found right in the center of the Federal district. Located just two blocks from the White House, they provide unparalleled wedding options in what is fondly referred to as "the President's Neighborhood." Take A Look Around The DACOR Bacon House is an intimate setting for refined and enchanting celebrations of up to 180 guests. You and your partner can start your long-awaited day off with a breathtaking ceremony in the half-acre gardens enclosed by lush greenery, along with an enclosed brick patio and white pergola to set the scene. After the vows have been exchanged, everyone can head inside the grand four-story mansion for an elegant and romantic reception. As soon as you step inside, you will be met with graceful reception rooms with historic chandeliers, a baby grand piano, and lush décor. You and your guests can enjoy a fun-filled evening of dining and dancing the night away in celebration of the moments that matter most. Say "Yes" To Your Dream Venue Their dedicated team will work with you every step of the way to ensure everything goes off without a hitch. They go above and beyond so that your special day is a truly seamless and unforgettable experience. They offer an array of services, including rentals such as linens, indoor or outdoor dance floors, and live music, including the use of their Steinway grand piano. Their in-house culinary team also crafts delicious full-service catering options. The possibilities are endless for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, cocktail receptions, dinners, dancing, elopements, micro weddings, and more. Reach out to the DACOR Bacon House today to get started on planning a once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
32+ years in business
Speaks English, Spanish
Large team (21+ members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Backyard
Estate
Garden
Historic Venue
Museum
Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
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Meet the team
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    Howard N. Cromwell
    Director of Operations & Events
    Howard oversees all private event sales, operations & logistics at the DACOR Bacon House. He directs all in-house food & beverage operations as well as event catering for the venue. Howard is also responsible for all operations of the House to include guest rooms, maintenance, housekeeping, historic preservation, museum services/tours.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
11 reviews
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AvatarN
Working with Meg and the team at DACOR has always been an amazing experience. We've been hosting micro-weddings there for almost 10 years and we highly value our partnership with D...
ACOR. They are responsive, professional and a pleasure to work with.
Response from DACOR Bacon House
Thank you, for the awesome review - it means so much - you are the best Nicole. We hold th...
e same values as you, in creating a professional environment with a personal touch. We are looking forward to another year of helping couples make magic moments together.
AvatarJ
What a wonderful experience we had with the team at DACOR Bacon House! We hosted a pre-wedding cocktail party there in May of 2025, and even though weather nixed our plans to use ...
the patio, having the entire house available as a backup was incredible. It's also worth noting that this team did an outstanding job executing the event... we agonized over food choices and costs, but by the day of the event our minds were on the wedding. As it turned out, there was nothing to worry about... Sylvia and her team worked like a well-oiled machine, and everything we needed was there before we even know we needed it. I can't say enough good things about this team, and the house. It's truly a hidden gem of DC -- one your guests have probably never seen -- and everyone will come away with a great experience. If I could give 10 stars, I would!!
Response from DACOR Bacon House
Thank you so much for this incredible review, we loved helping make your wedding dreams co...
me true. The whole team here truly enjoyed working with you throughout the planning process. Please come back and visit us for your anniversaries!!
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AvatarE
DACOR Bacon is a hidden gem that you will not regret booking if you want a high quality, unique, personalized experience.  Every step of the process we had superior above and beyon...
d customer service and ended up feeling more like we’ve been welcomed into the family of the staff.  All of our guests commented about the beauty of the venue, the superior quality of the food, warmth of staff, and great vendors.  We used only vendors that had worked with them before and every one of them loved working with DACOR staff, which I think says something.  They made us feel as if we were all co-hosting this event together and all on team “make us special”.  They helped us carve out a bubble of happiness in a city and time of much tumult. 
Response from DACOR Bacon House
We truly loved helping you host the wedding of your dreams. It means a lot to the team her...
e to know that you felt so well supported throughout the planning and on the day. You are indeed special!!
AvatarT
I just had a wedding at DACOR Bacon House. The venue is stunningly beautiful, the food is incredible, and the space was PERFECT for our 120 person wedding. There are plenty of venu...
es that offer these things, but what makes DACOR special is the people. Every single member of their staff is passionate about creating your perfect wedding, and they can make just about anything happen. I couldn't have asked for better people to coordinate such a beautiful day. I highly recommend this venue for your wedding!
Response from DACOR Bacon House
Thank you for selecting us as your venue, the team here loved helping you make sure everyt...
hing was taken care of to ensure nothing was left to chance. Wishing you a wonderful happy life together - from all the staff
AvatarJ
Nothing but compliments on the beautiful rehearsal dinner that we held in this unique and historic space for my son & daughter-in-law.
AvatarA
This is a great club with a beautiful garden and house. They made the wedding very easy by supplying everything, including a delicious dinner by Chef Moore. The coordinator Meg and...
her team were a pleasure to work with and made the whole wedding fun and easy.
AvatarJ
High recommend!! The venue itself is stunning: a huge, beautiful courtyard coupled with a historic and immaculate interior. But equally as important is the staff. They are gracious...
, flexible, responsive, and hard working. They want you to have your best wedding...and we did! Our guests absolutely loved it and throughout the nice we kept hearing about how beautiful everything was. Thank you, DACOR!
AvatarP
Beautiful venue! It perfectly fit my 75 guests. The management was great to work with and accommodated very last minute changes. I highly recommend!
AvatarJ
My wedding was here, and I loved it. It's not the biggest space indoors if you need to use it, so if the weather isn't great then make sure your wedding is smallish or you are read...
y with a tent! Meg is incredible. Thank you for your patience, your effort, your enthusiasm. Smack dab in the middle of DC but you won't know it - the courtyard is amazing. I really was blown away by how good it all looked. THANK YOU again!
AvatarS
I had been to DACOR before for my sister's post-wedding reception, and had been impressed by the gorgeous oil paintings, candle chandeliers, and lush furnishings. So I was quite ha...
ppy to have my wedding and reception there as well! We had initially planned for the ceremony to occur outside in their courtyard, but weather intervened. Luckily, the staff was on top of it, and had already prepped the inside for the ceremony just in case. We had the ceremony on the second floor, then went downstairs for cocktails while they changed the room over. The staff was friendly and efficient, the food was delicious, and I'm so glad we had our wedding there.
AvatarB
Better than expected catering. Beautiful historic house. venue was fantastic. plannning was fine. utilizing the piano was a nice touch and we were able to provide our own liquor...
(with a corkage fee). would reccmmend

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