National Register of Historic Places
General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters
General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters is a historic place in Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on December 4, 1991, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 91002057.
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General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters
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About this place
What is General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters?
The General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters, also known as the Miles Mansion, is located in Washington, D.C. Built as a private residence in 1875, it has served as the headquarters of GFWC since 1922. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1991 for its association with the federation. According to National Women's History Museum, Women's Clubs played an important role in improving education, health social conditions during progressive Era which serves as an umbrella organization for women's clubs, dating to the mid-19th century. Tours of the headquarters, available by appointment, provide information about the activities of the GFWC and several historic rooms, including the 1734 entryway, the Julia Ward Howe Drawing Room, the dining room, music room and the GFWC International President's office. The headquarters also features changing exhibits of art, photographs and artifacts from its collections.
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Listing details
- Name
- General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters
- City
- Washington
- County
- District of Columbia County
- State
- District of Columbia
- Listed on the National Register
- December 4, 1991
- NRIS reference number
- 91002057
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 38.90707, -77.03985
When was General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters listed on the National Register?
General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 4, 1991.
Where is General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters located?
General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters is located in Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia at approximately 38.90707, -77.03985. See the map above.
Is General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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