O Street Museum Foundation

The O Street Museum Foundation occupies five connected townhouses with more than 100 rooms spread across multiple floors and levels. The spaces are linked by 80 hidden doors, making exploration of the museum a surprising experience.

The building dates to 1892 and was designed by Edward Clark using materials salvaged from U.S. Capitol construction. It later housed FBI agents and served as a gathering place for student activists during the 1960s.

The collection features works by artists across different eras and musical instruments that once belonged to famous musicians. These pieces tell the story of people who left their mark on the place.

Visits require advance reservations, as access is limited and managed for each group. The nearest Metro station is Dupont Circle on the Red Line, and the museum opens daily at noon.

Rosa Parks maintained a personal room in the building that served as her residence during visits to Washington D.C. This room reflects her connection to this special place.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: April 24, 1998

Website: http://omuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 38.90810,-77.04590

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:06