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Located at 918 F St NW in the heart of Washington, DC, the National Union Building is a historic Romanesque Revival venue offering ~27,000 square feet of flexible event space across seven floors. With 11 private spaces and notable past clients, it’s a trusted choice for corporate events, brand activations, galas, and private gatherings. The venue blends historic charm with modern practicality, including secure parking options nearby and convenient transit access.
We’ve got you covered when it comes to planning. From available room configurations to nearby hotels and dining options, you’ll secure your seats and coordinate logistics like a pro. Read on for seating details, transportation, parking, and trusted partner recommendations to enhance your event experience.
Venue highlights: 27,000 sq ft of event space, seven floors, 11 private spaces, and flexible configurations. Largest single-floor capacities include approximately 200 guests (6th Floor South as a reception space) and up to 380 guests (6th Entire Floor as a reception space). The building is still operating as the National Union Building, with historic status and current private-events use documented by official sources.
- Seating & layout: Private spaces and flexible floor plans accommodate receptions, seated dinners, conferences, and product launches. Specific seating configurations are customized per event and can include theater, banquet, and reception layouts using great seats and the section you want placeholders as applicable.
- Parking & transit: Multiple secure parking garages are within two blocks. Valet parking is available by contract. The venue is one block from Gallery Place (Red/Green lines) and two blocks from Metro Center (Red/Orange/Blue/Silver lines), making it convenient for guests traveling by transit.
- Nearby hotels: The Riggs Hotel sits just two doors away. Other nearby options within easy walking distance include Kimpton Hotel Monaco, Hotel Harrington, Motto by Hilton, and additional properties in central DC for varied preferences and budgets.
- Nearby dining and amenities: A range of restaurants and cafés surround the venue, offering pre-event hospitality or post-event options. We often partner with local establishments to provide catering support or recommended venues for after-parties.
- Notable clients & use: The National Union Building has hosted events for CNN, Eli Lilly and Company, and the Small Business Administration, among Fortune 500 brands and major institutions, reflecting its reliability and versatility for high-profile events.
Affiliates & booking support: We can connect you with preferred local partners for hotels and restaurants to streamline your planning. Our team is here to help you secure your date, coordinate with venue staff, and ensure a smooth event experience from start to finish.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 918 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004.
- Venue type: historic Romanesque Revival, seven floors with 11 private spaces, ~27,000 sq ft of event space.
- Largest single-floor capacity (examples): 6th Floor South 200 (reception) / 6th Entire Floor 380 (reception).
- Parking & transit: multiple secure parking garages within two blocks; valet parking available by contract; one block from Gallery Place (Red/Green lines) and two blocks from Metro Center (Red/Orange/Blue/Silver).
- Nearby hotels: The Riggs Hotel (two doors away); Kimpton Hotel Monaco; Hotel Harrington; Motto by Hilton; others within short walk.
- Notable events/clients: venue lists brands such as CNN, Eli Lilly and Company, and the Small Business Administration among past collaborators; site notes experience with Fortune 500 brands and major institutions.
- Not demolished or renamed: still operating as National Union Building; historic status and current private-events use documented by official site and historical references.