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Library and Parlor at Friends Meeting of Washington

Name: Library and Parlor at Friends Meeting of Washington
Address: 2111 Decatur Place Northwest, Washington, DC, 20008, US
Price range: from $80 hire fee / per hour
Rating: 4.9

Meeting Room in an Event Venue

Private space

About this space

The library and parlor are combined for a small space that offers both comfortable, informal seating on upholstered antiques and reproductions as well as a classic oak table for a meeting of six to eight. This space is perfect for a small meeting, discussion, or staff retreat. Pocket doors open onto a hallway that leads to the glass-enclosed lobby overlooking gardens. South and west facing windows provide natural light most of the day. Enjoy the ambiance of gently tended book collections.

Prices

Sunday

2:00 pm – 11:00 pm

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

2:00 pm – 11:00 pm

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Monday

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Tuesday

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Wednesday

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Thursday

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

8:00 am – 11:00 pm

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Friday

8:00 am – 12:00 am

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

8:00 am – 12:00 am

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Saturday

8:00 am – 12:00 am

from $80 hire fee per hour

Per hour

8:00 am – 12:00 am

from $80

All prices include sales tax.

Best price guarantee

Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing

up to 10
Classroom

up to 10

Catering and drinks

Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost

Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice

Space where you can prepare food

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Place where clients can store items during their event
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Terrace and garden views
Antique furniture
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for

Host rules

THE FOLLOWING ARE PROHIBITED:
• Smoking/vaping (any substance) or drug use is not permitted anywhere at the venue, indoors or outdoors. Cannabis / edibles may not be consumed onsite or sold for later consumption or delivery.
• Guns, weapons, and ammunition (real or props) are not permitted. Any event security must be unarmed.
• The sale or distribution of anything related to the military or combat as well as partisan political activity including the sale or distribution of partisan political items.
• Glitter and confetti
• Pets other than service animals

Outside catering is allowed with approval of Venue. The Venue also maintains a preferred list. Kitchen access is not included but may be arranged at an additional cost. No food or drink in Meeting Room.

Guests must provide event liability insurance valid for the duration of the rental naming our organization as additionally insured and providing at least $1 million in liability coverage. This must include liquor liability if applicable to the event. Insurance is an additional cost and not included in the pricing shown on this site.

Alcohol may only be served with approval of the venue and only beer, wine, and champagne are ever allowed (no liquors or spirits). An alcohol license issued by the DC government must also be provided that covers the event.

The Guest or their caterer supplies serving utensils, table service, linens, table cloths, napkins, ice, coffee urns, cups, plates and all other materials needed for the event. These are not supplied by the venue.

Children are welcome but must not be left unattended.

In certain situations, we may grant you overnight storage or allow items to remain in your space(s) or other areas of the venue before or after the agreed-upon dates and hours of your event. These arrangements shall be wholly at your own risk. We shall have no responsibility or liability for items stored at, delivered to, or shipped to our venue except in cases of gross negligence or intentional acts.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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