Tudor Place is open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday Noon – 4 p.m.
The gardens of Tudor Place were glowing Wednesday evening as Georgetown residents, preservationists and supporters gathered for the annual Spring Garden Party, one of the neighborhood’s most anticipated social traditions.
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Georgetown Main Street’s Coffee & Community takes place on the second Thursday of every month at 1310 Kitchen & Bar. Local business owners and community leaders gather over coffee and breakfast bites for 90 minutes of connection and conversation. This month’s featured speakers included Mary-Frances Wain, executive director of Tudor Place, Gloria Kenyon, executive director of Dumbarton House, Maggie Downing, executive director of Georgetown Heritage and the discussion was moderated by Georgetown Main Street’s Executive Director Rachel Shank.
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Unfortunately, complete privacy in the backyard rarely happens overnight, but the right shrub selection can speed up the process. Some hearty plants fill in gaps relatively quickly and, as an added bonus, create a more wildlife-friendly space.
Featuring Tudor Place’s Director of Buildings, Gardens & Grounds Ana Herrera-Ruiz.
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Whether you’re looking to define your yard’s boundaries or carve out a more secluded retreat, privacy is often high on the list for backyard spaces. The good news: some fruit trees can do double duty, offering both a natural screen and a seasonal harvest.
Featuring Tudor Place’s Director of Buildings, Gardens & Grounds Ana Herrera-Ruiz.
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The last Friday in April is National Arbor Day; it is a perfect time to plant a tree. It is an ideal moment to add a low-maintenance tree with fragrant flowers that supports pollinators and wildlife in your garden. So let me introduce you to a sweetbay magnolia.
Featuring Tudor Place’s Director of Buildings, Gardens & Grounds Ana Herrera-Ruiz.
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Ever dreamed of growing a small orchard, but your yard is too cramped? Don’t give up just yet. Many modern fruit tree varieties are significantly smaller than those developed just a few decades ago.
Featuring Tudor Place’s Director of Buildings, Gardens & Grounds Ana Herrera-Ruiz.
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Experts reveal the key to successful pollinator-friendly gardens of all sizes.
Featuring Tudor Place’s Director of Buildings, Gardens & Grounds Ana Herrera-Ruiz.
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Tudor Place in Georgetown is showcasing rare artifacts tied to George and Martha Washington, including one of only three known letters between the couple.
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If you’ve just finished Bridgerton season 4 and can’t bear to wait till 2027 for the release of the new season, this historic mansion might quench your thirst. Tucked into the streets of Georgetown, Tudor Place is a rare surviving example of a Federal-style urban estate. It’s one of the many places in D.C. that feel like you’re in the series, and it’s particularly beautiful to visit in the springtime when its lush garden’s flowers are in full bloom.
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The Smithsonian collections are a national treasure, to be sure, but they don’t have a monopoly on the District’s museums. This spring brings plenty of other reasons to cross the Potomac, including new exhibits at a few lesser-known capital-area gems. You can ogle Martha Washington’s personal effects, sit under a dome as digital cherry blossoms float by and explore a newcomer, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream. Make a day of it…and if you’re looking for other spring break activities to keep the kids engaged, check out our list of spring break road trip ideas.
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