French ambassador's residence in Washington, D.C., Tudor Revival diplomatic residence in Kalorama, Washington, D.C., United States.
The French ambassador's residence spans 27,000 square feet across multiple levels, featuring prominent gables and flanking towers in Tudor Revival style.
Built in 1910 by architect Jules Henri de Sibour for William Watson Lawrence, the French government acquired the property in 1936 for diplomatic purposes.
The residence displays collections from French museums including Versailles and the Louvre, representing French artistic heritage in the American capital.
The residence accommodates approximately 10,000 guests annually through various diplomatic receptions and events at 2221 Kalorama Road Northwest.
A replica of the Statue of Liberty stands on the residence grounds, installed during the Bastille Day celebrations of 2021.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Architects: Jules Henri de Sibour
Architectural style: Tudor Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 38.91821,-77.05071
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:28
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