The District Architecture Center (DAC), in the heart of DC’s bustling Penn Quarter District, is where architecture meets the city. If you enjoy architecture, DAC is the place for you.

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Need space for an event?

DAC’s beautiful meeting rooms, classrooms, and conference facilities are available for rent to groups of various sizes seeking an up-to-date meeting space that is conveniently located in the heart of downtown DC, within easy walking distance of all Metro lines.

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421 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004

Drop in and enjoy exhibitions, free of charge.

Exhibition
August 21

Visit the DAC Galleries

Blog Post
2020 Washingtonian Residential Design Award Winners
July 15
Exhibition
Virtual Exhibitions
January 1 to December 31
Meeting
Technology Committee Meeting
August 10
Blog Post

Keep Healthy, Stay Engaged

April 2
Event
AIA|DC Board on Equitable and Safe Practice
August 19
Featured Events
DesignDC 2020: Measure Up!
September 21 to September 22
Program
Online Learning for Kids
Blog Post
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at AIA|DC
June 25

Thank you to all of our generous donors!

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The District Architecture Center was designed by Hickok Cole Architects and built by SIGAL Construction Corporation.

  • Hickcok Cole Architects
  • Sigal

Making a difference in the community by design.

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