The Portico, our outdoor area, is located directly adjacent to the O'Byrne Gallery, and offers a magnificent view of the Washington Monument. One important feature of our Portico is the covered rotunda. This area can be used for cocktails, dinner, or dancing, even when the weather isn't perfect. Capacity: - 120 Standing - 50 Seated in Covered Section - 200 Theatre Style in Outside Wings Rate for corporate and social events is $250 per hour. Non-profit rate is $187.50 per hour. Portico rental time must equal entire event time. Portico can not be rented for partial event time. Portico is not available to be rented by itself (no restrooms or catering area). Staging areas for food preparation are available throughout all buildings. A kitchen is available with rental of the Banquet Hall for prep work. DAR does not offer catering services, however, a list of Washington-area caterers familiar with our facilities is available upon request.

The Connecticut Board Room, featuring gold-leaf moldings and crystal chandeliers, is the perfect place to host a small dinner or corporate meeting. This room overlooks the White House Ellipse, providing an amazing view of the National Christmas Tree and Menorah during the holidays. It is quite popular for small wedding ceremonies. Room Capacity: - 75 Standing - 35 Seated - 80 Theatre Style Rate for corporate and social events is $420 per hour. Non-profit rate is $315 per hour. Staging areas for food preparation are available throughout all buildings. A kitchen is available with rental of the Banquet Hall for prep work. DAR does not offer catering services, however, a list of Washington-area caterers familiar with our facilities is available upon request.

The President General's Assembly Room is a quiet meeting room located on the second floor of the Administration Building. This meeting room is functional and beautiful, featuring not only a projection screen and internet hookup, but also crystal chandeliers and valuable antiques from our museum collection. Room Capacity: - 100 Standing - 75 Seated - 80 Theatre Style Rate for corporate and social events is $420 per hour. Non-profit rate is $315 per hour. Staging areas for food preparation are available throughout all buildings. A kitchen is available with rental of the Banquet Hall for prep work. DAR does not offer catering services, however, a list of Washington-area caterers familiar with our facilities is available upon request.

The O'Byrne Gallery is our most popular room. It features barreled ceilings, a herringbone hardwood floor, and original rams-head sconces. The O'Byrne Gallery is most often used for large dinners and cocktail receptions, but has also been host to numerous wedding ceremonies, filmings, government press conferences, and corporate meetings. An outdoor area, the Portico, is located directly adjacent to the O'Byrne Gallery and offers a magnificent view of the Washington Monument. Room Capacity: - 200 Standing - 140 Seated - 200 Theatre Style Rate for corporate and social events is $600 per hour. Non-profit rate is $450 per hour. Staging areas for food preparation are available throughout all buildings. A kitchen is available with rental of the Banquet Hall for prep work. DAR does not offer catering services, however, a list of Washington-area caterers familiar with our facilities is available upon request.

The Banquet Hall is located on the third floor of Memorial Continental Hall. This room features antique furniture, oriental rugs, and Czech crystal chandeliers. A balcony is located just off the Banquet Hall and provides guests with breathtaking views of the Washington Monument and the National Mall. The historic and luxuriously appointed Banquet Hall can serve as a lovely setting for a sunny brunch or an intimate evening reception. The beautiful accommodations also provide a quiet and stately setting for professional meetings. Tables can be arranged to provide a variety of room layouts. Room Capacity: - 180 Standing - 100 Seated - 160 Theatre Style Rate for corporate and social events is $600 per hour. Non-profit rate is $450 per hour. Staging areas for food preparation are available throughout all buildings. A kitchen is available with rental of the Banquet Hall for prep work. DAR does not offer catering services, however, a list of Washington-area caterers familiar with our facilities is available upon request.