Lunch and Tour of the DACOR Bacon House

Arts Club of Washington members are invited to a midday visit to the historic DACOR Bacon House in downtown Washington. The program combines social time, lunch, a discussion of DACOR and the mansion’s history, and a guided tour of the house, which has welcomed prominent figures—including former President James Monroe—since 1825.

The visit is part of the Arts Club’s celebration of the nation’s semi-quincentennial and its connection to Monroe. DACOR is an organization of foreign-service professionals whose members maintain and gather at the Robert and Virginia Bacon House.

When: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Showtimes: Social time begins at 12:00 p.m.; the three-course lunch and historical discussion begin at 12:30 p.m.; the house tour begins at 1:30 p.m. The program runs until approximately 1:30 p.m.

Venue: DACOR Bacon House, 1801 F Street NW, Washington, DC

Tickets: $40 per person for Arts Club of Washington members, including lunch and the tour.

Eligibility: Open only to Arts Club of Washington members.

Schedule: Guests may socialize with soft drinks and a cash bar before lunch. Lunch includes three courses and a discussion of DACOR and the house’s history, followed by the tour.

Capacity: Limited to 6–20 participants. The registration page lists 20 spaces remaining.

Registration: Reservations were requested by October 25, with early registration encouraged because space is limited.

Payment: Prepayment is required. Registration becomes nonrefundable after 12:00 p.m. on October 24, 2026.