Historic Perspectives, Modern Initiatives

When Woodrow Wilson and his wife Edith retired from the White House in 1921 they made this house their home. Just off the beaten path of Embassy Row in the heart of Washington, D.C. the house is historically preserved - a time capsule from 1924 that is open daily to visitors.

Since 1963, the National Trust has opened the doors of the Woodrow Wilson House to the public, examining the impact of his consequential presidency and, more recently, taking an honest appraisal of Wilson’s triumphs and shortcomings.

Today, we are proud to steward this site as a vibrant community resource and a model of preservation and historical collections.  We offer tours, programs, special events, rentals of the venue, exhibitions and educational programming.

Come visit us! Explore by taking a tour, engage with our education programs, discover our exhibitions, and celebrate a place and story that matters.

Schedule Your Guided Tour!

Discover The President Woodrow Wilson House! One-hour guided general tours and Specialty tours are available during the times below and by appointment. With over 8,400 items in the collection, our artifacts speak volumes about Woodrow Wilson’s presidency and legacy. Learn about the historic site. Come tour with us!

Normal Operating Hours:
Sunday: Closed
1-Hour Guided Tours: Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays
30-Minute Highlight Tours: Mondays-Fridays (unless otherwise noted)
Specialty Tours: Mondays-Thursdays
No Self-Guided Tours

Holiday Operating Hours:
Walk Weekend 2024: May 18-19 (Hours to be posted before weekend)

Active Military and Veterans: Free admission
Call or e-mail for special appointments or group tours: 202-387-4062. Please note that group tours are $30/person.

Fashioning Power, Fashioning Peace Exhibition and Gala:
May 6

You are invited to the inaugural signature event of the season at the President Woodrow Wilson House on May 6, 2024. We are thrilled that Ambassador Esther Coopersmith will serve as our first honoree.

Join us for a specular exhibition of international style, where cultural diversity and elegance unite, promoting global connection and bridging nations. Come see fashion examples from around the globe right in the heart of Embassy Row in Washington, D.C. Then step out into the spring night in the lovely back garden of the Wilson House for a gala party. Dress in your best "state dinner" attire and mingle with diplomats, politicians, fashion influencers, and the social elite of Washington, D.C. This event coincides with the Met Gala in New York City, but only in Washington, D.C. can you truly understand how fashion can have the power to create peace.

GRAND OPENING: February 3
Special Exhibit:
"Moving Toward Transparency: Woodrow Wilson's Legacy at 100"

NOW OPEN

In this exhibition, we have meticulously curated a dual-sided narrative—one that pays tribute to the significant milestones of Wilson's presidency and, in equal measure, delves into the multifaceted controversies that have resonated through the decades. It is an exhibition that encapsulates both the brilliance and the complexities of Wilson's leadership, inviting us to examine, question, and contemplate.

SOLD OUT: Reading of Andrea Trent's Play: "Until We Vote" on March 27

A waitlist has been started. Please email wilsonhouse@savingplaces.org if you would like to be added.

In honor of Women's History Month, we invite you to join us at the President Woodrow Wilson House for a free reading of an excerpt of the play: "Until We Vote" by Andrea Trent. The play tells the story of Anna, a young black woman, who is excited to move to Washington D.C. and settle down with her fiancé. She soon discovers her recently departed mother was once a suffragist. Upon Anna's arrival in Washington D.C., she witnesses Mary Church Terrell inspiring young girls to join the suffrage movement. From then on, she continues to learn more about suffrage and tries to inspire people, mentored by Mary Church Terrell. Anna is also influenced by other historical figures: Ida B. Wells, Nannie Helen Burroughs, and Lucy Diggs Slowe. Throughout her journey, Anna, learns more about herself as a person and activist. She fights for what she wants despite opposition from her fiancé and his family, members within her community, and the government.

In the News

Our impact

Each year, 10+ Wilson House Scholars work on meaningful projects shared with the wider community through Scholars in Action. We serve hundreds of DC-based teachers, as well as teachers following the National Standards for Civics & Government with our online lesson plans. This year over 75 Girl Scouts learned about civics, suffrage, and democracy. Urban explorers from all over the world visit our exhibitions and over 12,000 sets of eyes view our website each month!

Not much has changed at the Wilson House in the last 100 years, except the conversation. Here's what people are talking about today:

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Host Your Next Event at President Wilson House

At the President Wilson House you can entertain your guests in classic Washington style. Ideal for any size event, from small dinners to large receptions, Wilson House epitomizes the ‘Washington Scene’ and offers a unique glimpse into the history of our nation’s capital.

Whether it's a graduation, wedding, corporate dinner or milestone occasion, the President Wilson House offers an elegant setting for your special event. 

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