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Proceeds from tours, events & exhibits go to support our heroes & artist-in-residence program.
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids is required)
Hours: Tour appointments (based on availability) daily 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Close 5 p.m. (minimum time needed 45 minutes). Over 100 rooms (guaranteed to see at least 60). Over 70 secret doors (guaranteed to be able to find at least 32 -- if you find 2 you are above average).
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Look up, outside yourself as you search for special designated items found at eye level or above.
This hunt will not only challenge you to look beyond and really see what is all around you, but will help you see the bigger picture.
We have over 100 rooms and 70 secret doors (yes 70!) to explore. We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
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Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Tickets at the door ADD $5/person
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As a former rooming house for J. Edgar Hoover's G-Men, The Mansion and O Museum is steeped in history and intrigue. From spies to secret passageways you'll put your super sleuth skills to the test as you search for spy and mystery themed items. Spying is no easy task and neither is this hunt! Explore our themed rooms and search for secret doors.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
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*Tour available for Girl Scout Troops & troop leaders only.*
**All Girl Scouts must come in uniform (or pay full price)
***Minimum of 1 adult for every 4 Girl Scouts
Find your way through secret doors and covert passages to a world never experienced. You'll be walking in the footsteps of presidents and freedom fighters, historians and fiction writers.
For only $5/person add a Mrs. Rosa Parks Treasure Hunt and learn about her legacy and life with us for 10 years.
On this self-guided tour, our volunteers will treat you to an in-depth history of our philosophy, museum, building, secret doors and what to look for as you head out on your super sleuth adventure.
We have over 100 rooms and 70 secret doors (yes 70!). We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find —if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
We will never ruin the surprise of finding a secret door by giving you a map - or showing you where they are. So be sure to keep your eyes open! If you find two secret doors you are an above average sleuth!
Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!
This is a self-guided tour
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Get your mustache on (don't worry we'll give you one) and join in the fun on this zany hunt around The Mansion & O Museum. You'll put your super sleuth skills to the test as you search for designated items. Explore our themed rooms and search for secret doors.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
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Groups of 15 or more will nosh on exotic cheese & crackers while they engage in a short discussion to learn the history and philosophy of O Street Museum in The Mansion. Afterwards you'll put your super sleuth skills to the test as you search the main floor for designated items found only at O Museum in The Mansion. Prizes additional.
Includes
- Private room (one hour)
- Exotic cheese & crackers
- Treasure hunt
- Explore our themed rooms
- Search for secret doors
- Add additional appetizers > see options- Additional mandatory bartender fee will be applied
- Not available Thursdays - Saturdays in December
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 9pm for Speakeasy Hunts
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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whether your group works for a different department or on different projects we all have the same goal -- success. this facilitator led experience will encourage teamwork, inspire creative thinking, foster communication, build leadership skills, reinforce and teach new skills.
your team will think with their hearts, and feel with their minds as they search through themed rooms and behind secret doors looking for designated items. this facilitator led experience will help generate understanding and communication as your team embarks on a hunt around the mansion - then each team will come together to present their lessons learned and discuss the similarities and differences of their experience.
Prizes additional.
We have over 100 rooms and 70 secret doors (yes 70!). We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms -- but be warned secret doors are tricky to find -- if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
$45 per person
$150 facilitator fee
team building treasure hunt lasts 2 hours
INCLUDES:
- Private room for one hour
- Hunt Facilitator
- Treasure hunt
- Explore our themed rooms
- Search for secret doors
Offered 10am - 3pm based on availability
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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Way more fun than an amusement park - explore The Mansion's winding hallways and themed rooms searching for secret doors on this one-of-a-kind fun filled journey. Enjoy delicious home baked cookies and a glass of milk or tea (tell us which in the comments when you reserve). Then embark on a treasure hunt searching for designated items to find.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Food & Beverage Tours (on-line reservations required)
Join us for an evening of Martinis & Miracles as you witness magic before your very eyes. Master Magician Rich Bloch will astonish & amaze you with close-up magic - no stage, no curtains - you are the audience and the participant in this one-of-a-kind experience!
— Doors Open: 5:00pm
— Specialty martinis only $10/each
— Magic Show at 7:00 pm (close up)
— Explore themed rooms & exhibits
— Search for secret doors
— Find the hidden speakeasy to see 6 famous magic Houdin clocks (that's right, its behind a secret door)
— Cash Bar
— Includes a deck of cards and a secret so you can do your own magic!
One of the busiest corporate entertainers in the world. Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages, a motivational speaker (Rich is a two-time recipient of the coveted “Blackstone Award” from the International Platform Association), author and playwright. He has served as scriptwriter and magic consultant to the legendary Orson Welles (who once introduced Rich as “an Edison of Magic”) and to various theater companies, including the Folger Shakespeare Theater in Washington. He has been a five-time nominee for Stage Magician of the Year and is a 2006 Fellowship recipient at Hollywood’s famed Magic Castle.
In 2010, Rich opened Dickens Parlour Theatre in Millville, Delaware, which has quickly become a favorite entertainment spot for both local residents and tourists, as well as a much desired venue for performing magicians from all over the world. And, he is the founder of the highly successful “Magic Castle At Sea” program, exclusive to Crystal Cruises, which provides their vessels with world class magic performers on every cruise.
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Magic exists, not just in the mind.
Have a blast when you join us for a glass of champagne or sparkling cider and tour through our themed rooms and secret doors to experience the creative process.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
This is a self-guided tour
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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Be patriotic all year long! Celebrate our country's heritage and support our vets when you purchase this fun American Heritage Treasure Hunt.
Enjoy a free beer -- while you search for patriotic themed items and explore our legendary themed rooms.
American history buffs will LOVE this hunt!
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
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(Includes a Secret Door Tour - $25 value!)
Groups of 10 or more will enjoy our delicious continental breakfast and engage in a short discussion to learn the history and philosophy of The Mansion. Afterwards tour through our themed rooms and behind secret doors to experience the creative process.
INCLUDES
- Private room (one hour)
- Continental breakfast
(sweet breads, yogurt, granola, fresh fruit hot coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate)
- Short discussion
(on our history & philosophy)
- Explore our themed rooms
- Search for secret doors
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.
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Package Includes
- Ultimate privacy
- Space to fit rental
- Self-guided tour (first 45 minutes of event)
- Choice of butler or private service
- Dedicated event planner
- House tablecloths
- Gift table
- Housekeeping fees
High Tea Menu
First Course
- Fresh squeezed orange juice & bottled water
- Personalized tea selection
- Scones with sweet cream & jam
Second Course
- Cheese tray
Third Course
- Fresh seasonal fruit
Fourth Course
(select 4, 3 pieces/person)
- Asparagus roll ups, fresh steamed asparagus, garlic, cilantro and onion
- Bella bella, roasted portabella mushroom, balsamic vinegar & mozzarella
- Caprese bites, grape tomato with fresh basil, balsamic vinegar and mozzarella
- Cucumber mint, fresh cucumber rounds with mint, butter and cream cheese
- Seared beef, beef tenderloin with mustard and horseradish sauce
- Skipping salmoon, smoked salmon on top of fresh cucumber, under cream cheese
Fifth Course
- Award-winning miniature pastries (our pasty chef is rated top 10 in the country)
- Gluten, sugar & nut free desserts, available by request (add $3.50/person - must order for entire party)
Beverages
- Tea Forte loose leaf (see selections) (guests select 3 each)
- Unlimited champagne
Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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Package Includes
- Ultimate privacy
- Space to fit rental
- Self-guided tour (first 45 minutes of event)
- Dedicated event planner
- House tablecloths
- Gift table
- Housekeeping fees
Tea Menu
(pre-select two)(add third options add $4.50/person)(add fourth option add $4.00/person)
- Assorted cheese & crackers
- Crudite basket our garden's freshest vegetables with a homemade garden herb dipping sauce
- Fresh seasonal fruit
- Mansion baked silver dollar cookies
- S'mores
- Sampling of english scones
Beverages
- hot tea with an assortment of cream, lemon, honey, sugar & sugar substitutes
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.
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Package Includes
($45/person)
- Private Room
- Secret door tour
- House tablecloths
- Gift table
- Housekeeping fees
Tea Menu
(pre-select two)
(guests will eat and then tour)
(add third option add $4.50/person) (add fourth option add $4.00/person)
- Basket of sweet breads
- Fresh seasonal fruit
- Mansion baked silver dollar cookies
- S'mores
- Sampling of english scones
Beverages
- hot tea & hot cocoa
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.
The Coolest Place in DC! — Booking.com
Make memories and celebrate with a special day you will never forget!
Explore The Mansion's winding hallways and themed rooms searching for secret doors on this one-of-a-kind fun filled journey.
INCLUDES:
- Glass of champagne or sparkling cider
- Mansion baked cookies & brownies
- Treasure hunt
- Explore our themed rooms
- Search for secret doors
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
This tour is non-refundable. Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
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Celebrate the USA's birthday like never before! Explore The Mansion's winding hallways and themed rooms searching for patriotic themed items and secret doors on this one-of-a-kind fun filled journey.
We have over 100 rooms and 70 secret doors (yes 70!). We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
INCLUDES:
— Glass of champagne or sparkling cider
— Treasure hunt
— Explore our themed rooms
— Search for secret doors Bring your own shopping bags.
Everything is for sale!
PLEASE NOTE: One adult required for every four children, 17 and under
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm This tour is non-refundable.
Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
Host your next appetizer party at O Museum. All inclusive packages include self guided exploration of our legendary themed rooms, exhibits and secret doors.
Enjoy a gourmet buffet feast with traditional items and unexpected twists! explore — after eating — our themed rooms and search for secret doors, while you celebrate with family and make new friends.
We have over 100 rooms and 70 secret doors (yes 70!) to explore. We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
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ENTREES
— bbq brisket
— brown sugar ham
— fresh whole salmon
— hot dog station — YUM!
— peanut butter station
— turkey - fried & traditional
— wild mushroom pasta
SALADS & MORE
— homebaked breads
(including gluten free)
— beet salad
— caprese salad
— cole slaw
— cucumber salad
__ organic salad bar
— potato salad
MORE VEGETABLES
— baked beans
— bourbon glazed sweet potatoes
(with & without marshmallow)
— brussels sprouts
— carrots & pineapple
— collard greens
— macaroni & cheese
(with & without bacon)
— mansion signature potato
— stuffing (chestnut, oyster & traditional)
DESSERT
— spectacular cakes & sweets
— fresh fruit
— sugar free jello
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- Cash bar
- Beverages additional
- Kids under 5 are free.
Events Author & Performer Archives
Proceeds from tours, events & exhibits go to support our heroes & artist-in-residence program.
Sit back relax, suspend your disbelief & enjoy the magic and fantasy of our events. Dream a bit yourself.
HOSTED BY SUSIE'S SONGWRITER SERIES:
www.shcmusictribe.com
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ABOUT NAKED BLUE:
www.nakedblue.com
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Videos: http://bit.ly/NakedBlueYouTube
Naked Blue has shared stages with John Mayer, Joe Cocker, Dan Fogelberg and Aimee Mann, to name a few. Scott and Jen's Wood and Stone Room recording studio and Wood and Stone Songwriting Retreat have led to collaboration credits on a songwriting Who’s Who including Todd Wright, Jon Carroll, Wyatt Easterling, Anton Fig and more.
Drawing from the Americana tradition and keeping a roots rock sensibility, performing songwriter team Jen and Scott Smith, and their band Naked Blue, have become a mainstay on the singer-songwriter/pop scene. They have released 7 full-length albums and built a devoted following of their songwriting, recordings and performances, Their latest release is an extraordinary collaboration with bestselling author Lee Child based on his iconic Jack Reacher character, entitled Just the Clothes on My Back. They've been touring with the new album in 2019 with headline shows including City Winery in NYC and Nashville, Firehouse Saloon - Houston, The Hamilton Live - DC, World Cafe Live - Philly, Red Clay Theatre - Duluth and more.
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ABOUT ELIOT:
www.eliotbronson.com
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Vidoes: http://bit.ly/EliotBronsonYouTube
Bronson was born in Baltimore, Maryland. He began playing at local coffeehouses and was dubbed a "folk singing wunderkind" by The Baltimore Sun, He later moved to Atlanta, where he formed the duo The Brilliant Inventions. The band became a staple of the Atlanta music scene, winning several local and national music awards and gaining a substantial fan following. In 2010, the band split up and Bronson continued solo, releasing Blackbirds in 2011. In 2012, Bronson released Milwaukee, with his band Yonder Orphans (Kevin Leahy, Will Robertson and Bret Hartley).
In 2014, Bronson signed with independent music label, Saturn 5 Records. The ten-song self-titled album Eliot Bronson was recorded totally analog in Nashville by producer Dave Cobb (Sturgill Simpson, Jason Isbell). Going for feel and vibe over modern perfection, he used a rare Helios mixing console and a tape machine on loan from the Norman Petty Estate, which was also used to record Buddy Holly in the 1950s.
Eliot Bronson was recorded in one week at Cobb's home studio and The Sound Emporium, and mixed the following week. Other musicians on the album include Bret Hartley, Chris Powell, Adam Gardner, Kristen Rogers and Dave Cobb.
The album received critical acclaim and numerous "Top Album" ranking in the United States and Europe. Bronson was dubbed by Bop n Jazz as "maybe the best singer/songwriter since Dylan".
In August 2017, he released his next album James. The album includes "Rough Ride", a song about fellow Baltimorean Freddie Gray.
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Cash bar.
Proceeds of this concert go to support the artist-in-residence, heroes and other programs at O Museum in The Mansion
first and third monday every month
Mix, mingle and unwind from the day with a martini as you witness magic before your very eyes. Master Magician Rich Bloch will astonish & amaze you with close-up magic - no stage, no curtains - you are the audience and the participant in this one-of-a-kind experience!
— Doors Open: 5:00pm
— Specialty martinis only $10/each
— Magic Show at 7:00 pm (close up)
— Explore themed rooms & exhibits
— Search for secret doors
— Find the hidden speakeasy to see 6 famous magic Houdin clocks (that's right, its behind a secret door)
— Cash Bar
— Includes a deck of cards and a secret so you can do your own magic!
One of the busiest corporate entertainers in the world — Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages. He is a five-time nominee for Stage Magician of the Year, a 2006 Fellowship recipient at Hollywood’s famed Magic Castle and he served as scriptwriter and magic consultant to the legendary Orson Welles.
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Guests are invited to explore the museum's themed rooms and secret doors, 60 signed guitars, memorabilia, art and much more before the event begins. Be sure to bring a shopping bag everything is for sale!
Proceeds go to support the artist-in-residence, heroes and other programs at O Museum in The Mansion
First & Third Sunday of every month.
Featuring DC Bluegrass Union
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Channel your inner rock star with other musicians in the business. You know who you are: lawyers, doctors, lobbyists by day - but around the clock, always a rock star in your heart.
Bring your groupies, entourage and guitar, banjo or whatever you want to play (or not) and participate in a live jam session with seasoned artists.
If you would like to attend a jam and you are not a performer please reserve a friends & family jam & tour pass
Second Sunday of every month
Featuring Students from Levine Music
Channel your inner Mozart with other musicians. You know who you are: lawyers, doctors, lobbyists by day - but around the clock, always a musician in your heart.
Bring your groupies, entourage and flute, violin or whatever you want to play (or not) and participate in a live jam session with seasoned artists.
If you would like to attend a jam and you are not a performer please reserve a friends & family jam & tour pass
— Cash Bar
— Includes a deck of cards and a secret so you can do your own magic!
One of the busiest corporate entertainers in the world — Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages. He is a five-time nominee for Stage Magician of the Year, a 2006 Fellowship recipient at Hollywood’s famed Magic Castle and he served as scriptwriter and magic consultant to the legendary Orson Welles.
In 2010, Rich opened Dickens Parlour Theatre in Millville, Delaware, which has quickly become a favorite entertainment spot for both local residents and tourists, as well as a much desired venue for performing magicians from all over the world. And, he is the founder of the highly successful “Magic Castle At Sea” program, exclusive to Crystal Cruises, which provides their vessels with world class magic performers on every cruise.
At home in Washington, D.C., he lives with his wife, Susan, a Professor of Constitutional Law at Georgetown University, a Golden Doodle and a parrot that does card tricks.
Proceeds go to support the artist-in-residence, heroes and other programs at O Museum in The Mansion
Fourth Sunday of every month
FEATURING 2011 NEA National Heritage Fellow and "Guitar Man" WARNER WILLIAMS 
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Guitarist and songster Warner Williams is one of the greatest unsung heroes of the Piedmont blues—an Eastern seaboard style that incorporates fiddle tunes, ballads, country and popular songs, ragtime, and gospel.
The son of a cement finisher and a house cleaner, Williams was one of 11 children raised in a musical family. He was a garbage collector in Maryland for nearly 60 years.
By his early teens, Williams was hopping streetcars to get to the District, often paying his fare with a song. He’d wander through the city, playing tunes for change until police shooed him away.
At 22, he won an on-air talent show on WWDC hosted by Jackson Lowe, a white DJ who was an early champion of R&B. Williams started playing juke joints and house hops around the Maryland suburbs soon after.
When Williams married his wife, Karoline, and started his family, he continued to play on weeknights and weekends. All the blues legends tried to get him to go on tour with them — B.B. King the most notable. But he was afraid he would die on a tour bus, and he did not want to leave his family, so he always said no, only playing with them when they came to D.C.
Williams’s major-label debut, “Blues Highway,” was released in 2004 and helped bring him to wider attention. Summerour has also helped guide Williams to bigger gigs at Wolf Trap, the National Folk Festival and other spots in recent years, but Williams is still more likely to be found playing a house party or a small club or busking on a street corner.
At the age of 88 Mr. Williams plays the fourth Sunday of each month at O Museum in The Mansion.
Bring your groupies, entourage and guitar, banjo or whatever you want to play (or not) and participate in a live jam session with Warner.
Musicians no entrance fee. If you would like to attend a jam and you are not a musician, please reserve the "friends & family jam & tour".
ABOUT WALT WILKINS:
Songwriter, singer, traveler, troubadour - the calling I answered, the life I chose, the way I make my way.
ABOUT MARC DOUGLAS BERARDO
Rhode Island based Marc Douglas Berardo is a hardworking, fast moving, adventure seeking, keen observer who lives for the story and the song.
Don't miss these great singer, songwriters and performers.
PRESENTED BY SUSIE'S SONGWRITER SERIES
— Concert Starts: 4:00pm
— Cash Bar
Award winning husband-and-wife folk-pop team, have been tearing up the music scene since their 1995 debut album, the Celtic-tinged River of Fallen Stars (Green Linnet) which won the National Association of Independent Record Distributors indie award for best contemporary adult album. Their follow-up album, 1996's Life Is Large, included cameos from Roger McGuinn, Steve Earle, Kelly Willis, Nils Lofgren and Susan Cowsill to name a few — and garnered the couple many awards, including more than 30 Wammies (Washington Area Music Awards).
Individually accomplished Pete has played with Mary Chapin Carpenter, and Nanci Griffith while Maura performed with the Delta Rays and won the New York Country Music Association’s Songwriter of the Year Award.
Proceeds of this concert go to support the artist-in-residence, heroes and other programs at O Museum in The Mansion
Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com
enjoy a gourmet buffet feast with traditional items and unexpected twists! explore — after eating — our themed rooms and search for secret doors, while you celebrate with family and make new friends.
We have over 100 rooms and 70 secret doors (yes 70!) to explore. We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
Kids under 5 are free.
______ MENU _______
ENTREES
— bbq brisket
— brown sugar ham
— fresh whole salmon
— hot dog station — YUM!
— peanut butter station
— turkey: traditional, fried, smoked, and cajun
— wild mushroom pasta
SALADS & MORE
— homebaked breads
(including gluten free)
— beet salad
— caprese salad
— cole slaw
— cucumber salad
__ organic salad bar
— potato salad
MORE VEGETABLES
— angel hair pasta
— baked beans
— bourbon glazed sweet potatoes
(with & without marshmallow)
— brussels sprouts
— carrots & pineapple
— collard greens
— macaroni & cheese
(with & without bacon)
— mansion signature potato
— stuffing (chestnut & traditional)
DESSERT
— spectacular cakes & sweets
— fresh fruit
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- Cash bar
- Beverages additional
Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com
We've decked the halls and filled the stockings with seasons greetings and holiday cheer that will create lasting memories for the entire family.
Enjoy our delicious continental breakfast (sweet breads, yogurt, granola, fresh fruit hot coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate) then tour through our themed rooms and search for secret doors.
Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!
Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com
We've decked the halls and filled the stockings with seasons greetings and holiday cheer that will create lasting memories for the entire family.
Enjoy a decadent assortment of tortes, cakes & sweets at our spectacular dessert buffet then tour through our themed rooms and search for secret doors.
Includes hot coffee & hot tea. Cash bar.
Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!
Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
Dress to impress and immerse yourself in the mysterious world of a venetian masquerade ball where extravagant dress, decadent masks, silk gloves, top hats, tuxedos and the like set the stage to ring in an exciting new year.
Full access to the labyrinth Mansion with secret doors and legendary rooms and a party with irreverent company on the second floor (8:00 pm - midnight)
PARTY INCLUDES:
• premium open bar 3hrs. — 9pm- midnight (cash bar midnight -1am)
• glass of champagne for midnight toast
• chocolate fountain
• miniature pastries
• DJ
• Tour the 100 room mansion until the ball drops!
• big screen tv's for ball drop
• PLUS! 30% discount on hotel rooms
NOTE: champagne and shots not included in the open bar.
* Be sure to arrive early — upper floors close at 11:30pm
*this is a 21+ event.
VIP UPGRADES AVAILABLE:
(additional fees apply)
VIP SEATING: reserved seating all night - all others stand, priority line entrance, coat check. Cocktail service is not included for VIP ticket holders
—OR—
PLATINUM VIP: includes VIP perks + hotel room + bottle of premium champagne in room
PLEASE NOTE: NO VALET PARKING. go to omuseum.org/parking to reserve nearby parking
Exhibits Artist Archives
These exhibits are included in all tours.
A new photography exhibit from Cade Martin
Inspiration doesn't play by many rules. It rides in on the wind and shares your coffee break. Recently during a project, a client and I got to talking about tattoos. She mentioned a tattoo festival being held in the Washington DC area in the coming weeks. There it was, the spark of inspiration. I don't have any tattoos myself but the thought of all those people with their stories essentially written on their bodies was something I felt an immediate pull to photograph. I'm always seeking characters and these were characters I wanted to capture.
EXPERIENCE THE SHOOT >
These portraits are so alive with stories, the backgrounds amplifying the investment in expression. These people had amazingly detailed, as well as personal, tattoo work, it was such a clear commitment of time - and money - on their part. The whole experience turned out to be a blast - talking and working with people from all walks of life bonded by their ink. It's been amazing to spend a few minutes with these people and to make their portraits. I find the end product captivating, mysterious and revealing. But, I still don't have any tattoos.
ABOUT CADE MARTIN:
Named one of the 200 Best Advertising Photographers in the world -- Cade's meticulous attention to
detail helps shape an environment that echoes the real world. Filled with strength and clarity, perfectly
composed and lit with a simple elegance, his photographs touch the
deepest emotions.
Cade Martin has shot for some of the most iconic brands in the world including Capital One, Discovery Channel, Target, Marriott International, and Starbucks to name a few.
The first-ever collaboration between acclaimed contemporary artist Shepard Fairey and the estate of legendary photographer Jim Marshall. In it, Fairey interprets Marshall's iconic photography from the 1960's, including images of Johnny Cash, Cesar Chavez, and Fannie Lee Chaney, with five new works, vividly depicting the humanity behind some of our country's enduring social justice issues: Voting Rights, Mass Incarceration, Workers' Rights, Gun Culture, and Two Americas.
The art of American Civics gives a face to these issues to cultivate dialogue and encourage vigorous solutions to problems that have divided the country and eroded the core of the American ideals.
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Generously donated by Michael Jensen, President/Founder Jensen Communications Inc.
Jensen Communications, Inc. is a media, marketing and management firm specializing in public relations serving a diverse range of clients in entertainment, business, cause-related politics and the arts.
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French born photographer Sandrine Lee has lived, studied and worked in NYC for over a decade. Via her husband, Will Lee, she has entered the music world and made it her main photographic playground.
Filmmaker, author, photographer and recipient of more than 100 national and international awards for his work, Chip's images appear in the book Enough To Go Around - Searching for Hope in Afghanistan, Pakistan & Darfur. An exhibition of his images premiers at the 2011 World Peace Festival and this fall at O Street Museum Foundation.
This event benefits Relief International and
O Street Museum Foundation
Gerald Johnson's art can be found in the National Gallery of Art, The White House, and the Treasury Department, as well as over three hundred corporate collections in America, Europe and China.
He was born in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and now lives in the DC area. He earned his fine arts degree and completed his graduate studies in printmaking and painting at Carnegie-Mellon University and the University of North Carolina.
"The O Museum has challenged my creativity and championed my art. Every artist's dream is to find a receptive audience for their work. Twenty-five years ago, carrying 10 tiny collages into this mysterious house on O Street I found that audience; always saying "Do what is in your heart."
Nina Miller loves all animals, some people, music, books, sparkly things, and all things vintage. Perpetually getting lost, but with a strong inner-compass, she resides in Nashville with her little monster, Oliver.
Founded in 2002, The Gibson Foundation is committed to making the world a better place for children by creating, developing and supporting programs and other non-profit organization in their efforts to advance education, music and the arts, the environment and health and welfare causes. Nina is the Executive Director of The Gibson Foundation.
Nomad Indigenous Mexican Art & Culture Exhibit
This wonderous collection showcases mexican contemporary indigenous arts & crafts, created by world renowned artists, and has exhibited in Montreal, Boston and New York. The D.C. exhibit is supported by the Mexican Cultural Institute of Washington DC.
Mersad Berber is one of the greatest and most distinctive Bosnian painters and graphic artists. His inspiration is derived from Bosnia, its Ottoman past, and its people. An honorary member of the Russian Academy of Arts, he has received approximately 50 awards and he has had exhibits in cities all over the world, from London and Madrid, New York to Moscow, Jakarta and New Delhi.
We've Been Featured
We've Been Featured:
Books & Periodicals
- Afterburn by Zane
- Four Blind Mice by James Patterson
- How To Murder Your Life by Cat Marnell
- Huffington Post
- The John Lennon Letters by Hunter Davies
- The Dead Drop by Gilda Joyce
- National Geographic Traveler
- Secret Washington D.C. by Sharon Pendana
- Smithsonian Magazine
- Tickers by Kimberly Eley
- The Washington Post
- Washingtonian
Television
- ABC News: "Washington Business Report"
- ABC News: "Inside Look"
- CBS Sunday Morning Show
- Documentary: History of The Eagles
- NPR Live Stream of "The Americana Music Awards Nomination Ceremony"
- The China News Network
- Travel Channel: "Mega Mansions"
- Travel Channel: "Daycation with Harry & Bruce"
- WETA: "Breakfast at The Mansion"
- WUSA 9: "Great Day Washington"
Membership
When you become a member you will be providing the support necessary to share and preserve our evolving collections.
NOTE: All benefits are effective for one year.
Individual
$125.00/year - Membership benefits listed below for one person.
- Glass of champagne and one free visit to The Museum
- 10% off tours (food tours excluded)
- 10% discount on museum purchases every time you visit
- Advance notice & purchase opportunities for intimate concerts & author series
Family/Dual
$250.00 - Membership benefits listed below for four.
- Glass of champagne and one free visit to The Museum
- 10% off tours (food tours excluded)
- 10% discount on museum purchases every time you visit
- Advance notice & purchase opportunities for intimate concerts & author series
Angel
$750.00 - Membership benefits listed below for one person
- Private docent-led tour for up to 4 guests
- One bottle of champagne
- 20% off tours (food tours excluded)
- All access pass: to All Intimate Music Series & speaker events [benefit concerts excluded]
- 10% discount on museum purchases every time you visit
- Advance notice & purchase opportunities for intimate concerts & author series
Winged O Society
Members of the Winged O Society are among the museum's leading supporters donating not just funds but their valuable time, providing the foundation necessary to share, build, and preserve our programs. Their support goes directly to our programs including Artists-in-Residence, Jammin', OKids, SRO Concerts, and our evolving collections.
Winged O members receive all of the benefits of membership listed above as well as the following:
Gold Record
$5,000
- Invitations to unique events including private amnesia dinners, concerts, and private docent led tours
- Four tickets to the Intimate Music Experience of your choice with unlimited champagne
- Advance notice & purchase opportunities for intimate concerts & author series
- Recognition links and logos on our website, and in our communications vehicles
Platinum Record
$10,000
- Invitations to unique events including private amnesia dinners, concerts, and private docent led tours
- Six tickets to every Intimate Music Experience & speaker event with unlimited champagne
- Private Penthouse Tour for 6
- Recognition links and logos on our website, and in our communications vehicles
- Advance notice & purchase opportunities for intimate concerts & author series
Rock Stars
$25,000 - and beyond
- Invitations to unique events including private amnesia dinners, concerts, and private docent led tours
- Eight All-Access Passes & front row seats to every Intimate Music Experience & speaker event with unlimited champagne
- Private Penthouse Tour for 8
- Private art consultation with The Museum's Founder
- Advance notice & purchase opportunities for intimate concerts & author series
- Naming opportunity at The Museum
- Recognition links and logos on our website, and in our communications vehicles
Les Paul Artifacts
In our Collection
Photo: Thomas Faivre-Duboz Paris, France
(Les Paul Live @ Iridium Jazz Club / NYC)
A legendary guitarist, recording artist, scientist and inventor, Les Paul left trademark innovations on everything he touched.
Though he is famous for being a jazz-pop icon, it is his inventions that changed the face of music today. One of pioneers of sound recording, his genius developed revolutionary engineering techniques such as close miking, echo delay, overdubbing and multitracking and the first 8-track tape recorder.
Yet his crowning achievement was driven by his desire to create a stringed instrument that could make electronic sound without distortion. It took almost a decade of work to create his solid bodied instrument - the Gibson Les Paul. Gibson's Les Paul Standard went on to become the most popular of all models of electric guitar. It is Les Paul's pursuit of engineering excellence in the science of sound, as well as his musical genius, that we honor at the O Street Museum Foundation.
You can see a one-of-a-kind, hand painted, personally signed Les Paul guitar when you visit the museuem. In keeping with the whimsy and humor of the OSMF, Les signed his guitar, upside down.
Roger Maris Rookie Year
Cleveland Indians travel suitcase
In our Collection
Best known as the man who broke Babe Ruth's single-season home run record - Maris set the new record after a spirited season-long duel with fellow New York Yankee Mickey Mantle.
Like all artists, athletes require talent, determination and vision to become champions. It is their belief in themselves to be the best that we honor through a collection of rare sports memorabilia that includes Roger Maris' travel suitcase.
Featured Artist
Eli Abrahami
Born one of 14 children in Persia, 1948, Elie's religious affiliation prohibited him from painting, learning to read, and write. It wasn't until he was in the Israeli army, that he became an artist.
Despite his family disowning him for becoming an artist, he sent 80% of his earnings to them, until their death.
He resides in Paris and his work is in major museum collections, globally.
Historic Site on The African American Heritage Trail
