Historic Venue in the Heart of DC
Washington DC
Service area
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Patterson Mansion is a historic wedding venue located in Washington, DC. Once owned by the well-known socialite Eleanor Josephine Medill “Cissy” Patterson, this property has seen countless soirées with Washington's elite in attendance for over 100 years. The elegantly appointed halls of this remarkable setting have seen many impressive guest lists over the years, and those have included President Calvin Coolidge, aviator Charles Lindbergh, and many more. Located on DC’s iconic Dupont Circle, the Patterson Mansion is an ideal choice for both intimate and grand events. Catering Service Provided by Tabard Management.
When celebrating at Patterson Mansion, you and your loved ones can enjoy an effortless blend of historic charm and modern conveniences. Couples can host soirées of up to 200 attendees in the elegantly appointed ballroom. Decorated with a modern and neutral color scheme and complete with a built-in bar and arrangeable seating, it's the perfect setting for a celebratory gathering. The Foyer features a marble staircase, high ceilings, large illuminating windows, and a walk-out balcony. Directly adjacent to the Ballroom, the Foyer can add even more space to ensure that all of your nearest and dearest can be included in your day. For cocktail receptions, the library is a contemporary space that features ample stylish seating and artistic chandeliers and serves as a wedding ceremony space for up to 60 guests.
When considering the Patterson Mansion for your event, we offer an all-inclusive experience that includes full catering services, staffing for the event, all banquet furnishings, and the added extra of guest suites that are conveniently connected to the event space. An all-in-one stop that checks every box.
The team at Patterson Mansion offers a wide range of services for couples to choose from in order to make their day special. Both ceremonies and receptions can be held at the property, allowing you to enjoy every step of your wedding day under one roof. The team at the Patterson Mansion looks forward to welcoming you on your long-awaited wedding day.
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106+ years in business
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
Large team (21+ members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Ballroom
Historic Venue
Hotel
Library
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Bar Rental
Food & Catering
Rentals & Equipment
Service Staff
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.03 reviews
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Karen D
5.0
1/19/2026
We had a wonderful wedding at the Patterson Mansion, including the ceremony, cocktails, dinner and dancing. It's a beautiful historic mansion with modern upgrades that make it even...
t-friendly. But the key element is the role played by The Tabard Inn, which is the preferred food & bev provider and manages the events from setup to breakdown, not just the food/drinks and waitstaff but also the chairs/tables, linens, dinnerware, placecards and signage; this creates a turnkey experience for the hosts. (The figure I quote for the cost includes all that.) Elena and her team at The Tabard did a flawless job and were absolutely terrific to work with. A couple of notes about the venue: There is no parking facility there; street parking in urban Dupont Circle can be tough and the nearby garage can be a little sketchy. Most of our guests used Ubers and taxis. Also, there is a hotel on-site, the Placemakr, which was handy for some folks who wanted to stay right at the venue, but it is not a full-service hotel so won't be right for everyone.
Joseph K
5.0
5/12/2025
On the heels of our incredibly perfect May 10th wedding, I can’t help but smile when I think about The Patterson Mansion and Tabard Inn. My now husband and I toured several high-pr...
ofile venues in the DMV, and we both immediately knew the Patterson Mansion was the perfect venue for our wedding. We wanted a venue with historic significance, character, and a convenient location for our large out-of-towner guest count. Then enters Mariana and Elena. They both went above and beyond to treat us like royalty and make us feel special as we planned out the menu, bar and other logistics. They were extremely professional, friendly, thoughtful and detail-oriented. They answered all emails promptly and explained everything, providing full transparency along the way. They were extremely accommodating to all of our requests, and we couldn’t be happier with the level of white glove service they provided. One extremely nice touch that stood out to us was that during our reception, Mariana came by with a sampling of the passed hors d’ouvres that we didn’t get to enjoy as we were socializing with guests. As someone who loves a passed hors d’ouvres, that meant a lot :)
The appetizers, entrees and desserts were extremely delicious and flavorful. Wedding food can tend to be bland and cold, especially due to mass production. That was NOT the case. The Tabard Inn quality of the food was not sacrificed, even for the size of party we had. The salad was fresh and flavorful, the filet mignon was cooked to perfection, and the crème brulet was out of this world. The Tabard Inn team were top notch, each extremely friendly, attentive, quick, and professional. They executed service flawlessly, and made Daniel and I feel like kings. Between the building itself, the food, and the service, everything was first class all the way. For anyone seeking to host an event at a beautiful and unique venue with a historic, modern, Washingtonian twist, excellent food and a prime location, the Patterson Mansion x Tabard Inn should be at the top of your list!
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Alicia P
5.0
2/26/2025
Mariana and Elena are the only two people you want helping you plan your wedding! We had the best day of our lives thanks to them. The Patterson mansion is so beautiful and unique,...
but the people are what made it so special. They executed every plan we asked for, were super transparent with the costs and summary of charges, and very flexible! Our servers and bartenders were pleasant and helpful. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. We actually specifically chose the Patterson not just because of how beautiful it was, but because of our first interaction with Mariana. We knew we wanted to work with her! She was so organized, responded to every email and phone call promptly, and executed everything perfectly. If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't change a thing. Big thanks to the Tabard Inn restaurant and the Patterson Mansion for making our wedding dreams come true!
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