Historic Perspectives, Modern Initiatives

When Woodrow Wilson and his wife Edith retired from the White House in 1921 they made this house their home. Just off the beaten path of Embassy Row in the heart of Washington, D.C. the house is historically preserved - a time capsule from 1924 that is open daily to visitors.

Since 1963, the National Trust for Historic Preservation has opened the doors of the Woodrow Wilson House to the public, examining the impact of his consequential presidency and, more recently, taking an honest appraisal of Wilson’s triumphs and shortcomings.

Today, we are proud to steward this site as a vibrant community resource and a model of preservation and historical collections.  We offer tours, programs, special events, rentals of the venue, exhibitions and educational programming.

Come visit us! Explore by taking a tour, engage with our education programs, discover our exhibitions, and celebrate a place and story that matters.

Schedule Your Guided Tour!

Discover The President Woodrow Wilson House! One-hour guided general tours and Specialty tours are available during the times below and by appointment. With over 8,400 items in the collection, our artifacts speak volumes about Woodrow Wilson’s presidency and legacy. Learn about the historic site. Come tour with us!

Normal Operating Hours:
1-Hour Guided Tours: Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays at specific times
30-Minute Highlight Tours: Mondays-Fridays at specific times (unless otherwise noted)
Specialty Tours: Mondays-Thursdays at specific times
Self-Guided Garden or Exhibit Tours: Mondays-Saturdays
Sunday: Closed
No Self-Guided Tours in the house

Holiday Operating Hours:
OPEN: Veterans Day, Monday, November 11: Free tours at 11am, 12pm, and 1pm
CLOSED: Election Day, November 5 (Please vote!); Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 28; Friday, November 29

Active Military and Veterans: Free admission
Call or e-mail for special appointments or group tours: 202-387-4062. Please note that group tours are $30/person.

OPEN
Permanent Exhibit:
"Moving Toward Transparency: Woodrow Wilson's Legacy at 100"

Monday - Saturday: Free

In this exhibition, we have meticulously curated a dual-sided narrative—one that pays tribute to the significant milestones of Wilson's presidency and, in equal measure, delves into the multifaceted controversies that have resonated through the decades. It is an exhibition that encapsulates both the brilliance and the complexities of Wilson's leadership, inviting us to examine, question, and contemplate.

Dr. Turkiya Lowe: "Commemorating Women During the Age of Woodrow Wilson"- November 19

Join the Wilson House as it welcomes the National Park Service Supervisory Historian and Deputy Federal Preservation Officer, Dr. Turkiya Lowe. Her presentation will discuss how the National Park Service preserves, interprets, and educates the public about U.S. women’s history during the Wilsonian Era through national parks, preservation programs, and collaborative partnerships.

Purchase the President Woodrow Wilson House Book

The timeless home of our 28th president, perfectly preserved from the 1920s, serves as an unforgettable backdrop for learning about our past as Americans. The Trust opened the doors of the museum in 1963 for visitors to explore this significant site with over 8,400 one-of-a-kind historic artifacts. The book boasts a treasure trove of images from the Trust museum’s archives, offering a visually stunning journey through history.

In the News

Our impact

Each year, 10+ Wilson House Scholars work on meaningful projects shared with the wider community through Scholars in Action. We serve hundreds of DC-based teachers, as well as teachers following the National Standards for Civics & Government with our online lesson plans. This year over 75 Girl Scouts learned about civics, suffrage, and democracy. Urban explorers from all over the world visit our exhibitions and over 12,000 sets of eyes view our website each month!

Not much has changed at the Wilson House in the last 100 years, except the conversation. Here's what people are talking about today:

Take a Video Tour of the President Wilson House

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Host Your Next Event at President Wilson House

At the President Wilson House you can entertain your guests in classic Washington style. Ideal for any size event, from small dinners to large receptions, Wilson House epitomizes the ‘Washington Scene’ and offers a unique glimpse into the history of our nation’s capital.

Whether it's a graduation, wedding, corporate dinner or milestone occasion, the President Wilson House offers an elegant setting for your special event. 

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