Theatre Gallery
As the Club’s membership and programs grew, the clubhouse footprint was expanded in 1928 with the purchase of the circa-1850s townhouse to the east, today named for American Civil War Brigadier General Robert MacFeely who lived in the house from 1876 until 1901. The renovation to today's Theatre Gallery was overseen by Luther Morris Leisenring, a prominent Washington architect, founding Club member and Club President. The Carrera marble fireplaces define the locations of the original parlor and dining room. The Theatre Gallery is used as an art gallery and a performance space.
Since its founding in 1916, the Arts Club of Washington has called 2017 I Street, N.W. “home.” Join us on a guided tour of the historic clubhouse to learn more about the Arts Club, its activities and the distinguished men and women who have been members. We will also discuss some of the fabled residents of the two mansions the Club now occupies, including President James Monroe and his First Lady Elizabeth, and Civil War General Robert MacFeely.
Please note that attendance is limited to 12 persons due to small spaces visited on the tour, thus an RSVP is required to guarantee participation.
Walk-in participants will be accommodated when possible.
Tour is not ADA accessible.
Groups: Contact us to book your tour Tuesdays - Fridays to start between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
The Arts Club of Washington is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. located at 2017 I Street N.W., Washington D.C. 20006
