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Located on a picturesque hilltop on the grounds of the historic Soldiers’ Home in Washington, DC, President Lincoln’s Cottage offers a unique and inspiring setting for special events. During the Civil War, the president used this beloved home for important meetings, entertaining, and developing nation-changing documents such as the Emancipation Proclamation. Today, the Cottage, its surrounding grounds, and an array of adjacent historic buildings are available to the public.
President Lincoln's Cottage is an 1842 Gothic Revival mansion that features both history and charm. Located adjacent to the Cottage is the Robert H. Smith Visitor Education Center, a stunning Beaux Arts-style museum with ample entertaining space.
For an unforgettable wedding day filled with rich history, look no further than President Lincoln’s Cottage!
Facilities and Capacity
Our multiple historic spaces are the perfect celebration venues for parties big and small!
- The venue’s most popular wedding option, with space for up to 225 guests, is the tenting option.
- The South Lawn can accommodate up to 1,500 guests.
Services Offered
President Lincoln’s Cottage offers a variety of wedding day services depending on which package and event space you choose. The team at President Lincoln’s Cottage will go above and beyond to make sure you’re set up for success. When you book with the Cottage as your historic wedding venue, you’ll have complete access to the venue’s wedding suite as you relax and prepare for your big day to begin. Services include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Bridal suite
- On-site museum staff
- Free parking
- Wheelchair access
Location
President Lincoln’s Cottage is located in Northwestern Washington, D.C. This historic site fits right in with the history and charm that the District has to offer.
What You'll Love About President Lincoln's Cottage
President Lincoln's Cottage has been recommended for its fantastic service and beautiful setting. Couples have highlighted their particularly exceptional staff that helped the process run smoothly, as well as the location offering a serene atmosphere and photo-worthy backdrop. Check out their reviews to learn more about what you can expect when booking this venue.
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Reviews of President Lincoln's Cottage
Review summary
President Lincoln’s Cottage is a picturesque historic venue that feels like a country escape in the city, with flexible indoor/outdoor spaces that suit large, multicultural weddings. Staff are helpful, vendors coordinate well, and the rain plan works. Downsides: the required tent vendor is costly, the venue provides no chairs/linens, and occasional coordinator turnover has caused logistical hiccups.
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We loved getting married here!
Everyone who works for the Cottage was lovely to work with, our guests were thrilled to explore the house during cocktail hour, and it was perfect to host the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all on the property. Despite the rain post-ceremony, the whole evening was magical (our gay wedding even had a rainbow!) and all of our vendors easily worked with the team at President Lincoln's Cottage. While our guests were bummed to end the party at 11 p.m., it was a quick and easy walk to the after party at Slash Run across the street and the celebrations continued.
Would get married at the Cottage again in a heartbeat!
We loved having our wedding at Lincoln's Cottage
Great location, beautiful space, and wonderful experience.
Amazing piece of DC History
Beautiful Venue with Great Staff!
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This venue is spectacular and is conveniently located on beautiful plot of land right in the District of Columbia. Their staff is top notch and our DJ Tamara greatly enjoyed working with their events coordinator Sahand who was on his A-game throughout the event.
A hidden gem from DCs historic past. A beautiful venue! We enjoy working with them.
I have worked several events here and I must say the staff is incredible! Friendly, helpful, and passionate about making their guests feel special. This is a beautiful venue with some of the deepest rooted history in the country! It has been an honor to be a part of the very special events they hold. If you are looking for one of a kind venue, and a wonderful staff, pay a visit to Lincoln's Cottage
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