District Architecture Center

421 7th St NW, Washington, DC
202-347-9403
Capacity: 130 people

About District Architecture Center

Capacity: 130 seated | Up to 250 standing Nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C., the District Architecture Center (DAC) is a modern venue set within a contemporary art gallery. Ideal for small to mid-sized corporate events, meetings, receptions, and intimate gatherings, DAC offers sleek design, state-of-the-art amenities, and city views. With day-of support and trusted catering partners, our team helps make your event effortless and memorable. UNBEATABLE PENN QUARTER LOCATION Just steps from all Metro lines and D.C.'s most iconic landmarks—including Capital One Arena, the National Gallery, and Chinatown—DAC puts your event in the center of it all.

Event Pricing

District Architecture Center
Attendees: 5-130 | $1,000 - $7,500 /event
Pricing for all event types

Event Spaces

Sigal Gallery
Sigal Gallery
Hickok Cole & Clark/Studios (HCS)
Hickok Cole & Clark/Studios (HCS)
Florance Boardroom
Florance Boardroom
Suman Song Gallery
Suman Song Gallery
Salle 1 WorkSpace
Salle 1 WorkSpace
Salle 2 WorkSpace
Salle 2 WorkSpace
The Penn Lounge WorkSpace
The Penn Lounge WorkSpace

Recommendations

Event at the Distric Architecture Center - An Eventective User from Washington, DC

We got DAC's full support for our daylong event at the DAC. The process was easy and effective, from our first conversation to the end of our workshop. The DAC deserves my highest recommendation.

Management Response
Thank you so much, Enrique! We're thrilled to hear your event at the District Architecture Center was a success. It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re so glad the planning process felt smooth from start to finish. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon! — Brittany Lamback, Event Rentals Manager
Neighborhood
Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Outside Catering Allowed
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 130
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 7
  • Special Features: Includes premium AV, fast Wi-Fi, and on-site support in a modern, sustainable space with floor-to-ceiling windows. Located in the heart of Penn Quarter.