Whittemore House, Historic mansion in Dupont Circle, Washington, D.C.
The Whittemore House is a residential building with Shingle style architecture in Dupont Circle featuring nine carefully arranged rooms. The interior includes the Aggie Wolfe Ballroom and Post Drawing Room, along with an adjacent courtyard garden.
Built in 1894 for opera singer Sarah Adams Whittemore, the house transitioned to a new purpose in 1927 as the headquarters of a women's political organization. This shift marked its evolution from a private residence into a gathering place for political activity.
The house holds a collection of Democratic Party memorabilia and Gilded Age furnishings that reflect American political history. Visitors can see how women shaped their roles in politics and how these objects tell their stories.
The building can be used for events with up to 220 guests and offers garden space for gatherings. Visitors should note that rooms may be prepared for events, so it is wise to check ahead about which areas are accessible.
The building was constructed with Roman brick from New Jersey deposits, giving its structure a special sourcing story. A copper-covered oriel bay above the entrance displays crafted details that visitors might overlook unless they look upward.
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