Social Studies Field Trips
Anderson House
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC
| NAME: Anderson House | |||
| STREET: 2118 Massachusetts Ave., NW | |||
| CITY: Washington | STATE: DC | ZIP: 20008 | COUNTY: D.C. |
| PHONE: 202-785-2040 | FEES: None | ||
| HOURS AND DAYS: After Labor Day, T W Th F S, 1-4 pm | |||
| METRO ACCESS: Red line to Dupont Circle, Q St. exit. | |||
| GRADES: 5 | UNITS: 13 Colonies |
| CONTACT: Guided Tour Office | PHONE: 202-785-2040, use electronic menu |
| TYPE: Historic house | FEES: None |
| DAYS: T W Th F | HOURS: begin between 1:00 pm and 2:45 pm |
| LUNCH: No | |
| GROUP SIZE: 15-55, one adult per 15 students | |
| HANDICAPPED ACCESS: Yes. First and second floor only. | |
| LENGTH OF TOUR: 1 hour | |
DESCRIPTION:This historic building is the national headquarters of the Society of Cincinnati, a patriotic organization of descendants of Continental Army officers. Exhibits include Revolutionary War artifacts and the home's original furnishings. Call for reservations so that guides can be present. An appointment for docent-led tours must be made at least a month in advance.. House decorated in 1900 style.
A library tour can be requested for the same day as a museum tour. The library resources include materials on 18th century warfare and childrenžs books of the 18th century era.
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Last updated on Sept. 30, 1999
Maintained by Martin
M. Creel: Marty_Creel@fc.mcps.k12.md.us