Lee Fendall House

O.M.G. probably the best tour I’ve ever done. I love history, and my brother does a lot of history — so we’ve been on a shit ton of historical tours. And this one basically takes the cake — even though we’re southern sympathizers and this tour was a Yankee impression. We went on October 20^th, and they had a special tour going on that explored death in the Civil War. The thing that made this tour better than all the others was that in each room they had people interpreting different stages of death and how the people in that day dealt with it. Not only was it really interesting in that you could talk to the interpreters and they responded as if they were still in that period, but they also made the story very personal, and actually made me tear up a bit.
Unfortunately, they were only doing it this one night, so either look out next year for «Death in the Civil War», or call them and make a big enough stink that they bring it back!

This is a quiet place with great volunteers. If you are on a D.C. trip and want to really get the scoop on local history visit this place. Put in a trip to the Arlington House and Mt. Vernon and you will have had a great over view of our country from pre-​revolution through today.

My husband and I chose this venue for our wedding last May. Compared to the cost of other comparable wedding venues in the area it was a steal. The staff was very helpful. We visited to tour the site and the staff member walked us through the house giving us the tour and history of the house and showing us the facilities available including two nice bathrooms, a modern kitchen, a library that could be used as the bridal room, and their beautiful rose garden. Their staff was excellent in keeping in contact with us, answering our questions, and being available to meet with us to finalize details. They also provided two docents for the event to give tours to wedding guests.
There is limited parking at the house — enough for caterers and one or two guests but you can reserve street parking through the city and there is a city employee parking lot available on the weekend. This location is also easily accessible by metro or metrobus.
The indoor space is limited but the outdoor space comfortably held our 80 or so wedding guests, a large tent, a buffet, and a drink table.
I would highly recommend this venue for any wedding or event. With their reasonable prices, wonderful staff, and beautiful gardens it really is a perfect oasis in the heart of busy Old Town.