Free Guided Tour of The Arts Club

A docent-led tour explores the Arts Club of Washington’s historic clubhouse at its National Register-listed home on I Street. The tour covers the organization’s founding in 1916, its activities, and notable men and women who have belonged to the club.

Visitors will also hear about the two mansions now occupied by the Arts Club, including their connections to President James Monroe and First Lady Elizabeth Monroe, as well as Civil War General Robert MacFeely. The tour is open to the public, but the small spaces limit attendance and advance registration is required to guarantee a place.

When: Friday, November 20, 2026

Showtimes: 11:00 AM–11:45 AM

Venue: Arts Club of Washington, 2017 I Street NW, Washington, DC 20006

Tickets: Free

Registration: RSVP is required to guarantee participation. Walk-in visitors may be accommodated when space permits.

Capacity: Attendance is limited to 12 people.

Accessibility: The tour is not ADA accessible.

Related programming: The tour is followed by the Arts Club’s free Friday Noon Concert series. Concert attendance requires a separate RSVP.

Group tours: Groups may contact the Arts Club to arrange a complimentary tour Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM or Saturday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.