Decatur House

The Decatur House in Washington DC, built in 1818, overlooks Lafayette Square and is one block north of the White House.

The house was built by Stephen Decatur, who was a celebrity from his military victories in the Barbary Wars
and the War of 1812.

You can tour the eight furnished period rooms of this impressive mansion and its gardens.

Open: Tuesday - Sunday, except Major Holidays
Admission: Donation
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM
           Sunday 12 PM to 4PM
Address: 1610 H St, NW
              Washington, DC 20006

Official Web Site: Decatur House