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Brian Lutenegger
Brian Lutenegger
Event and Rental Manager

95 years in business

We speak English, German and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

Established in 1930 as a Quaker meeting house, Friends Meeting of Washington is a wedding venue situated in the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC. In keeping with Quaker values, couples of every background, creed, and orientation are welcome to celebrate their precious day at this historic location. The vintage buildings have been refurbished to reflect modern needs while retaining their quintessential character and essence. This, coupled with tranquil greenery and manicured gardens, creates an idyllic backdrop for a romantic and soulful celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

To-be-weds can host countless aspects of their special journey at this splendid destination, from engagement parties and rehearsal dinners to the all-important wedding day. This versatile place boasts numerous locations for indoor and outdoor ceremonies and receptions. The Meeting Room can accommodate up to 300 guests for ceremonies, which can be followed by a cocktail hour in the scenic East Gardens or the upper level of the west gardens. Receptions in the Assembly Room hold approximately 96 guests for a seated dinner, and the adjacent. lower level of the west gardens allows up to 150 people to sit for dinner. For more intimate affairs of about 40 loved ones, the Quaker House Living Room provides the ideal backdrop. Get-ready rooms can be utilized by wedding parties for the duration of their event. Almost all spaces are fully accessible to persons with disabilities. Street parking is available close by and complimentary WIFI is provided.

Services Offered

A dedicated team at Friends Meeting of Washington endeavors to make each couple's day pleasant and memorable. They assist to-be-weds from start to finish and provide items from tables and chairs to audiovisual equipment. The couple can procure catering, beverages, entertainment, and décor services from the venue’s preferred vendors. The expert personnel can recommend trusted event planners if required. A required vendor is available for tent rental to protect against inclement weather when hosting an outdoor reception. There are a number of pre-planned packages available, ranging from intimate elopements and micro weddings to large scale gatherings. Customized plans -- whether the couple desires to hold their ceremony, reception, or both at the venue -- can be built around their tastes and preferences.

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FAQ

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,300

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,300

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

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$600

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$600

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$1

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

10

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Historic Building
Religious

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Outside Cake

What bar services do you provide?

Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
December

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Friends Meeting of Washington is highly praised by multiple couples for its stunning outdoor garden area and tranquil historic setting. The staff, particularly Brian, received accolades for their responsiveness, flexibility, and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure a seamless wedding experience. The venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces for different parts of the wedding, making it versatile and accommodating for various events. Couples appreciated the affordable pricing, superb organization skills, and ease of working with the staff, making it a highly recommended venue for weddings and events.

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Friends Meeting of Washington is highly praised by multiple couples for its stunning outdoor garden area and tranquil historic setting. The staff, particularly Brian, received accolades for their responsiveness, flexibility, and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure a seamless wedding experience. The venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces for different parts of the wedding, making it versatile and accommodating for various events. Couples appreciated the affordable pricing, superb organization skills, and ease of working with the staff, making it a highly recommended venue for weddings and events.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 17 reviews
Google
4.9/5 77 reviews
C.andersonnn
C.andersonnn Sent on 05/17/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Hidden Gem Wedding Venue in DC!

My wife and I could not be happier with our choice to have our wedding at Friends Meeting of Washington. The entire team was responsive, flexible, kind, and truly happy for us on our big day. They were willing to answer any and all questions, and were there on site day of to assist with anything we needed. It's a great value for the space, and the outdoor garden area is absolutely gorgeous in the spring and summer! We couldn't recommend them enough!
Susan
Susan Sent on 05/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

The venue is stunning - historic and tranquil with gardens everywhere. Different parts of the wedding can be held in different indoor and outdoor spaces on multiple levels. The manager, Brian, went above and beyond to provide a great experience, even stepping in to prevent problems caused by wedding planner oversight. I would highly recommend.
Clara
Clara Sent on 09/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding ceremony

My husband and I had our wedding at Friends, and the space was exquisite. We had the ceremony outside in the garden. The setting is quiet and intimate - you don't feel like you're in the middle of DC - and the lighting is spectacular for photos in and out of the building. The staff are very nice and easy to work with, and the space has an indoor option (the meeting room) in case of rain. Highly recommend for a wedding ceremony or event.
Carol
Carol Sent on 06/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue

We had our small family wedding in the living room of the Friends Meeting with a toast in the lovely hallway and violin music on the patio. It was everything we could have dreamed of and more. The venue itself is beautiful with very reasonable pricing and it was so easy to hire our vendors thanks to the superb organization skills, attention to detail, and personal involvement of Brian Lutenegger the event and rental manager. Highly recommend for a stress free event.
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Annelizabeth Sent on 11/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful venue!

We recently had our wedding reception at Friends Meeting of Washington and we are so incredibly happy with our choice of venue. It is a gem of a location, both in the heart of Dupont but also tucked away that you feel far from the hustle and noise of DC. They were professional, easy to work with, fairly priced and very accommodating, particularly with the weather. We were going to have an outdoor cocktail hour but it was so easy to transition inside when the forecast called for rain. Dinner in the tent was great and there is plenty of space for dessert and dancing inside (bring some uplights, and it instantly transformed the space). Thank you, Friends Meeting of Washington, for being part of our special day.
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Jessica Sent on 12/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A Welcoming and Beautiful Venue

Friends Meeting of Washington was the absolute perfect venue for our wedding in September. Brian was great to work with and provided helpful recommendations throughout the planning process. We rented the Meeting House package for our event with approximately 120 guests. The Meeting Room was a serene and beautiful space that was ideal for our ceremony. Our guests loved gathering in the east gardens for a cocktail hour, and then we tented the west gardens for our reception (food service and dancing took place in the Assembly Room). The flow between spaces was so easy and each area had a unique and lovely atmosphere. A focus on Quaker values was apparent in the venue and we really appreciated the gender neutral restroom facilities and family-friendly areas. Our guests felt welcomed and the overall atmosphere of the event was incredibly festive. We’re so grateful that we were able to rent this beautiful space and hope that others will have similarly wonderful experience!
Rihana
Rihana Sent on 06/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Friends Meeting of Washington is an idyllic venue for a DC wedding

Friends Meeting of Washington is an idyllic venue for a DC wedding. It has indoor and outdoor spaces. It has multiple beautiful garden. The interior is stunning, the location is unmatched and the price point is incredibly fair. We were able to have the perfect wedding here and could not recommend it more. Our venue coordinator, Brian, was absolutely wonderful to work with. He made our lives so easy and was incredibly responsive to all of our questions and problems. He went above and beyond what we expected.
J
Jae A. Sent on 04/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend

Brian and his team at the Quaker Meeting House went above and beyond to make our wedding day run seamlessly.
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 04/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Memorable Day

My husband and I had our wedding ceremony and reception at The Friends Meeting of Washington. We had an AMAZING day...Our wedding was absolutely PERFECT. The venue is so beautiful. We had an outdoor ceremony and the reception indoors. Brian, the venue manager, is so professional, courteous and helpful. All of the staff at Friends Meeting of Washington were courteous, helpful, and nice. This venue far exceeded my expectations and we are so grateful to have had our special day held here. Our guests absolutely loved the venue and I had so many people ask us how did we find this place because they loved the venue. I would hands down recommend Friends Meeting of Washington if you are looking for a beautiful venue that has courteous professional staff.
J
J Dokon Sent on 10/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Elegant Courtyard Reception!!

We could not find as elegant of a location in DC for anything close to this price. The experience was amazing, parking was a non-issue due to it being located far from residential areas, and the spanish steps were a minute walk away where we did our bride and groom photos. Amazing experience!!!!
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The Friends Meeting of Washington is an amazing green space in Dupont Circle. As a photographer, I love the beautiful simplicity of the worship room for ceremonies. The outside terrace area is a nice green space for cocktail parties or small outdoor ceremonies. The back garden and Assembly Room are undergoing a renovation from Sept 2018-May 2019. It's going to be an awesome location for weddings and small group meetings when finished.

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Friends Meeting of Washington frequently asked questions

Friends Meeting of Washington includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Tables
The space offered by Friends Meeting of Washington for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Religious
Friends Meeting of Washington offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Friends Meeting of Washington offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Friends Meeting of Washington offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Friends Meeting of Washington offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Friends Meeting of Washington is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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