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Fathom Gallery 14th Street is a historical wedding and event venue in the Washington, D.C. area. Couples who are looking for a contemporary setting are sure to love the elegant and chic backdrop of this gallery space, complete with roof deck.

Facilities and Capacity

Fathom Gallery 14th Street offers both an indoor and outdoor space for couples. Those who are looking for a wedding with a view can enjoy the rooftop garden, which can accommodate up to 125 guests. The roof deck features ivy and shrubbery, hanging plants with dangling tendrils, and young trees. Market lights stretch across the space overhead. A brick wall rises up beside the couple as guests look out at city views beyond the living wall of greenery. Couples who would prefer to celebrate indoors can avail of the Gallery Level, which can accommodate 72 guests for a sit-down meal or 125 for a cocktail reception. This gallery features more chicly rustic brick decor, polished hardwood floors, and distressed sliding barn doors. Large windows allow light to flood the space, highlighting the contemporary furniture which provides a unique contrast to the historical space. Through the gallery area, couples will find a kitchen area before being led up a short flight of stairs to the open-air rooftop space.

Services Offered

In addition to wedding ceremonies and receptions, the loft also opens its doors for bridal showers, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners. Staff at this venue will take care of setup and cleaning, allowing couples to relax and enjoy their big day. To help create a seamless experience for newlyweds-to-be in the leadup, this venue can also offer a range of rental equipment including furniture, tents, and tent accessories. Lighting sound equipment is available, along with tables and chairs.

History

The gallery was originally part of “Automobile Row” at the turn of the 20th century. It first functioned as a brake shop and maintains much of its historic architecture and signage. In 1968, riots following the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. caused citywide destruction. The loft represents the city’s attempt to rebuild and revitalize after this time.

And some exciting news - we recently opened our second venue in the heart of Georgetown! We invite you to check out Fathom Gallery Georgetown’s listing on WeddingWire to find out more about event rentals at our second space.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Loft
Museum
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What months are included in your peak season?

March

Reviews of Fathom Gallery 14th Street

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Fathom Gallery 14th Street is highly praised by customers for its beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, accommodating staff, and seamless planning process. The venue offers personalized touches like framed photos, furniture, and the flexibility to host a variety of events. Reviewers appreciated the attentive service from Meg, Emily, and the team, as well as the unique features such as a rooftop garden and a newly renovated penthouse. Guests enjoyed the intimate and romantic ambiance, making it a perfect choice for weddings and celebrations in DC.

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Fathom Gallery 14th Street is highly praised by customers for its beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, accommodating staff, and seamless planning process. The venue offers personalized touches like framed photos, furniture, and the flexibility to host a variety of events. Reviewers appreciated the attentive service from Meg, Emily, and the team, as well as the unique features such as a rooftop garden and a newly renovated penthouse. Guests enjoyed the intimate and romantic ambiance, making it a perfect choice for weddings and celebrations in DC.

K
Kim Sent on 10/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We were really happy to find Fathom and really happy we held our ceremony and reception there. It's a beautiful space in a fun downtown DC location. The rental price was among the lowest of other, comparable spaces and because the space is already so beautiful, there was very little we had to do to vis-a-vis additional wedding design. We rented the gallery space as well as the 3rd floor living room/bedroom space. We used the 3rd floor to get ready for the wedding and then to provide a separate childcare space for several of our guests who had toddlers (we brought in a childcare provider and had the toddlers hang out there during the reception). If we hadn't had the childcare need, the 3rd floor would have been a great lounge extension for the reception. We enjoyed working with Emily and Caroline. They were always responsive and provided good connections to other vendors. As the final days and hours drew near, they were quick to problem solve (we had an issue with our music playlist) and provide last minute information and guidance. We had a great experience from start to finish. Our guests loved the space.
Kat
Kat Sent on 10/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect evening!

We are absolutely over the moon with the experience we had at Fathom Gallery and with their entire team. From start to finish, they made it incredibly easy to plan and help us fine tune our idea for our wedding. It was fantastic having one spot for both ceremony and reception, and they do this so frequently that they're incredibly efficient. The space is so beautiful on its own that it really didn't need much in the way of additional decor, and I LOVE that they include printing photos for you to hang gallery-style.
Erin
Erin Sent on 09/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best DC venue!

This was the perfect venue for our wedding! We loved having the indoor and outdoor space, plus the multiple levels. The team was so easy to work with; they were very communicative and accommodating and made me confident that the event would go smoothly. The venue also included several extras like personalized framed photos and furniture which saved us time and money on decor and rentals. 100% recommend!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

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Fathom Gallery 14th Street frequently asked questions

Fathom Gallery 14th Street includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by Fathom Gallery 14th Street for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Museum
  • Rooftop
Fathom Gallery 14th Street offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Fathom Gallery 14th Street offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Fathom Gallery 14th Street offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
Fathom Gallery 14th Street offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Fathom Gallery 14th Street is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
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