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Welcome to Cranford House, home of the American News Women’s Club, host to world famous luminaries for more than 80 years and one of the hidden architectural treasures in the nation’s capital. This historic four-story French Revival townhouse offers elegance in a convenient location and is an ideal setting for your next wedding, social, or business event. The house is located just off Massachusetts Avenue amidst Embassy Row and is easily accessible by public transportation.

The beauty and charm of Cranford House set the tone for an unforgettable gathering. With two floors for gracious entertaining, our historical charm and ambiance create the perfect backdrop for a variety of events, from intimate dinners to gala wedding receptions, as well as management retreats, business meetings and seminars, news conferences and ceremonial occasions, surrounding guests in the quiet comfort and classic elegance for which Washington is famous.

Meeting, party planners and interested parties are invited to visit the premises to view rooms and facilities. Please email in advance for an appointment: thecranfordhouse@gmail.com

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

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

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How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

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Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

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The Cranford House, the headquarters for the ANWC, is an elegant setting for an intimate wedding and/or reception. I highly recommend this location. - Jacque Jones, Senior Event Designer

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