American Peace Society house
American Peace Society house, Historic peace society headquarters near Lafayette Square, Washington D.C., United States.
Description
The American Peace Society house is a Renaissance Revival building in Washington D.C. that served as headquarters for a peace advocacy organization. The three-story brick structure features sandstone detailing, bracketed window hoods, and a polygonal projecting bay on one side.
History
The structure was built in the early 20th century in Renaissance Revival style and became the national headquarters for a peace organization starting in 1911. The organization occupied the building until 1948, marking a significant period of institutional peace advocacy in the nation's capital.
Culture
The building represents early 20th-century institutional architecture and reflects the American pacifist movement that gained momentum after World War I. It embodied ideals of international conflict resolution and disarmament that resonated strongly across the nation during that period.
Practical
The house is located on Jackson Place NW near Lafayette Square in the heart of Washington's historic district. The surrounding area is walkable and well-served by public transportation options.
Did you know?
The building shares connected walls with adjacent structures, forming an integrated complex of federal offices facing Lafayette Square. This architectural arrangement created connections between different institutional spaces in this prominent downtown location.
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