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
September 1 to December 31

Next Generation Architects: 7th Annual Thesis Showcase

Blog Post
Read the Latest Issue of Avenues
September 10
Exhibition
Virtual Exhibitions
January 1 to December 31
Exhibition
Doorways: Artistic Reflections of Place by Donald Beekman Myer, FAIA
February 11
Blog Post

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at AIA|DC

June 25
Event
CANstruction Registration Deadline
October 6
Featured Events
DesignDC 2020: Measure Up!
September 21 to September 22
Program
Online Learning for Kids
Blog Post
Keep Healthy, Stay Engaged
April 2

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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