Pink Palace

Pink Palace is a residence with rose-colored walls and architectural features from the early 20th century, prominently sited on 16th Street Northwest. The structure presents itself today as a main building with adjoining wings and maintains its distinctive appearance despite interior adaptations.

Architect George Oakley Totten Jr. designed and built the mansion in 1906 as a private residence. The building gained recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991, acknowledging its historical importance to the city.

The building has served as headquarters for the Inter-American Defense Board since 1945, supporting diplomatic exchange between nations across the Americas. Visitors can sense how the spaces reflect this international mission through the way they are organized for meetings and consultations.

The building is located at 2600 16th Street Northwest in the Meridian Hill neighborhood and operates as an official facility with limited public access. Visits are typically reserved for professional or official purposes and require advance arrangement.

The building underwent two significant expansions in 1912 and 1988 that adapted its original residential structure to new institutional needs. These construction changes allowed a smooth transformation from a private mansion to a diplomatic headquarters.

Location: Washington, D.C.

GPS coordinates: 38.92306,-77.03694

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42