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Friends Meeting of Washington

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2111 Florida Avenue NW, Washington, DC

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About This Vendor

A Peaceful Corner of the Capital City

Friends Meeting of Washington is a historic wedding venue in the bustling neighborhood of Dupont Circle in Washington, DC. The property has served as a Quaker meeting space since 1930. Couples from all walks of life are welcome to celebrate their new beginnings at this peaceful location. Soon-to-be-weds can tie the knot within the intimate walls of the property or under open skies. Before or after the wedding, guests can explore the flourishing area of Dupont Circle. Boutique restaurants, coffee houses, and art galleries bring this friendly neighborhood to life. This updated Quaker meeting house has a proud spot on the National Register of Historic Places. The venue's rich design includes wooden beams that once hung in the White House. The interior has been thoughtfully redone to complement the building's rich character. Stone accents and exposed brick are paired with modern elements of glass for an eclectic atmosphere. Separate dressing rooms let the happy couple start their day with peace of mind and privacy. They can rest assured that precious "first look" moment is saved for the altar. Smaller gatherings will feel right at home in the Quaker House Living Room. This cozy setting seats up to 40 guests. An antique fireplace helps set the scene for a romantic vow exchange. For the reception, the Bridge Room and west gardens provide additional space. A bar and buffet can be set up in either location. Couples with a longer guest list may opt for the Meeting Room. This historic space seats up to 300 on classic poplar benches. High ceilings and large windows help to create a bright, airy setting. Views of the picturesque gardens add to the room's timeless ambiance. After the "I do's," the east garden terrace is an ideal spot for a glass of bubbly and some delicious hors d'oeuvres. Guests can mingle in the fresh air as the happy couple captures their memories on camera. For the reception, the elegant Assembly Room and west gardens combine to accommodate around 200 people. As the evening draws in, light from inside the building spills out through floor-to-ceiling glass windows. The Assembly Room may include a dance floor and DJ for a lively end to the big day. Wedding packages at Friends Meeting of Washington are tailored to a range of needs and budgets. There are options for couples planning intimate gatherings -- including elopements and micro weddings -- grand celebrations and anything in between. It's also possible to hold stand alone ceremonies and receptions. The venue's friendly staff is happy to organize banquet furniture, speakers, and microphones. Soon-to-be-weds can browse a list of preferred vendors to find their wedding caterer or other professionals. The chosen business is welcome to use the venue's serving kitchen on the day. A licensed bartender may be hired to serve beer, wine, and champagne. The team also offers a selection of top-notch local vendors for photography, entertainment, and more.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor - Covered
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Backyard, Ballroom, Garden, Historic Venue, Library, Religious Setting, Church
Awards and Affiliations
2021 Best of Weddings Winner

Friends Meeting of Washington Reviews

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Reviewed On 9/20/2020 by Brooke C
I cannot tell you how pleased we were to have Friends Meeting of Washington as our wedding reception venue! From the very beginning, Brian was so attentive, responsive, and answered all of our questions. He stayed with us through the entire dry...
run, helped us set up on day of, and was always being incredibly proactive and thoughtful to ensure that every moment of our reception was flawless. We used the upper gardens and it could not have been a more perfect venue with the gorgeous brick and stone architecture, large grassy area perfect for stringing lights and dancing, and gorgeous stately indoor space for setting up catering and the bar. They even provided us with a kitchen to refrigerate our cakes and macaron favors. They provided a wonderful speaker system that we could plug our phones into to play music, tables, and chairs. We were also able to use their gorgeous gardens and stone facade for some of our wedding photos. Not to mention, they were very competitively priced for the space size and location! If you are getting married in DC, we highly recommend Friends Meeting of Washington for your wedding reception!
Response from the Vendor on 12/23/2020
We really enjoyed hosting you and your wedding reception! Your setup was beautiful and we were so glad that the weather ended up being beautiful that evening. Congratulations again!
Reviewed On 10/30/2020 by Christine S
Venue is well kept! and the staff was phenomenal! Very transparent communication, willingness to work with you. The beautiful venue and the staff made this COVID year such a safe, worry-free, and smooth wedding year for us.
Reviewed On 10/13/2020 by D S
This venue was fantastic for our needs. We're so grateful it was available after our other venue fell through and they were very quick in responding to our many questions to determine if it would work for us just one week for our big day. Brian...
, the event manager, and his colleague Tom were very hospitable and eager to accommodate any needs we had. The adjustable pricing was also nice for renting use of only rooms/spaces we needed for how long we needed. We also appreciated the ability to take photos anywhere in the facility and the ability to mock/rehearse/temporarily prep decor for our ceremony whenever they had vacancies in their schedule prior to our big day for no additional cost. The only issue we had was the lack of WiFi in their garden, which is kind of a big deal for a pandemic ceremony. That said, use of a mobile hot spot was mostly able to work.
Reviewed On 5/30/2020 by Chris L
Our event was perfectly planned and it was enjoyed very much by our family and friends. We had a great time. Can't beat a venue like this in DC. Highly recommend.
Reviewed On 5/30/2020 by Tania H
This beautiful venue in the heart of Dupont Circle is such a cool location surrounded by gorgeous gardens, various indoor spaces that you can choose from, and a really friendly staff to work with. I had a great time working with Brian right bef...
ore the pandemic lock down. We had a great time with our friends and family here.
Reviewed On 5/27/2020 by Guy M
The venue was perfect for our wedding and reception needs. The staff at Friends Meeting of Washington were very helpful. The venue will always be a special place for my wife and I.
Reviewed On 5/10/2020 by Amanda N
I got married at Friends Meeting of Washington in August 2019 and it was the perfect location. Accessible by metro, close to hotels, but also private enough to feel like an oasis within the big city. The gardens and building are great for photo...
s, especially the staircases in the inner garden and the staircase the lobby. The building has just been redone and blends the historic spaces with new design. There is also a new elevator - a plus in an area with mostly older buildings (guests in the hotel we blocked needed to use a service elevator if they couldn't use stairs). Service was also great as well - we used the library space to get ready / relax before the ceremony and had around 100 guests in the large Meeting room. It felt perfect, but there was room for additional guests if you have a larger wedding. Overall, a perfect place to celebrate a perfect day!! Don't miss the Spanish Steps just down the block, one of my favorite wedding photo locations!
Reviewed On 4/25/2020 by Matt H
My wife and I got married at Friends Meeting of Washington in October 2019. Brian was wonderful to work with, and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out. He was flexible and responsive, and committed to making sure that the evening...
was just as we wanted it. The space itself is a beautiful and intimate place to get married. We would recommend them without hesitation, and we're so glad we had our wedding there.

Contact Info for Friends Meeting of Washington

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2111 Florida Avenue NW, Washington, DC
(202) 483-3310
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Meet the Team

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Brian Lutenegger
Events Director
An active member of Friends Meeting of Washington's Quaker community, I have been involved with managing and renting our spaces for weddings and other private events since 2016. I am passionate about our venue, our history, and work tirelessly to ensure that couples' special day in our venue is filled with many positive memories that last a lifetime.

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