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Event Spaces

Our event spaces can accommodate small, intimate gatherings or larger events for up to 200 guests depending on the desired space and configuration.

Great Hall

Originally a drawing room for formal social events, the room features museum-quality antique furniture and artwork original to the House, providing warmth and elegance for events. The Hall features a twenty-foot vaulted ceiling, leaded stained glass windows, and a large fireplace with an elaborate stone mantle. This space is perfect for full or half-day retreats, conferences, cocktail receptions, and corporate or private dinners.

Capacity: 90 Theater, 120 Reception, 70 Banquet

Dimensions: 27’ x 47’

Great Hall
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Great Hall set with tables for a formal dinner
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Garden

The Meserve-Lloyd House’s slate paved garden patio is an unexpected urban oasis. It serves as a perfect location for outdoor receptions and can be tented for dinners for up to 170 guests. Tenting a portion or the entire garden is suggested to ensure guests have shade and cover in case of inclement weather. If needed, tents can accommodate air conditioning or heating units to ensure guests’ comfort.

Capacity: 200 Reception, 170 Banquet

Dimensions: 100’ x 100’

Garden Dinner
Garden Reception

Library

The book-lined Library is an exceptional space to host an intimate dinner, small daytime meeting, or business retreats for up to 30 guests. It can also be utilized for small receptions preceding events in the Great Hall.

Capacity: 50 Reception, 30 Banquet

Dimensions: 18’ x 20’

Library Dinner

Study

This intimate wood-paneled space overlooking the Garden can serve as a perfect venue for small daytime meetings and briefings.

Capacity: 10 Conference

Dimensions: 19’ x 21’

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International Student House of Washington, DC | 1825 R Street, NW | Washington, DC 20009

International Student House of Washington, DC is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 organization located near Dupont Circle in the heart of Washington, DC. Donations will help support our mission to provide an exceptional residential experience to a highly diverse international community of graduate students, interns and visiting scholars. The House promotes inter-cultural dialogue, encourages life-long connections, and fosters global citizenship.

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