Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site — Vermont Avenue Nw
Washington, DC Location

1318 Vermont Avenue Nw
Washington, DC   20005Driving Directions
Phone: (202)426-5961(202)426-5961 Maps & Directions

https://www.nps.gov/mamc/planyou...

National Historic Site

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $0.00 - No Fee Required
  No Fee Required

Entrance Passes:

• $0.00 - No Pass Required
  No Pass Required

About

Mary McLeod Bethune's Legacy

Mary McLeod Bethune achieved her greatest recognition at the Washington, DC townhouse that is now this National Historic Site. The Council House was the first headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and was Bethune’s last home in Washington, DC. From here, Bethune and the NCNW spearheaded strategies and developed programs that advanced the interests of African American women.

Directions

From Baltimore and Points North: Take the Baltimore-Washington Parkway south to US Route 50 west (which becomes New York Avenue). Take New York Avenue to Massachusetts Avenue and continue west. Turn right onto 13th Street. Go one block and turn left onto 'N' Street. Go another block and turn right onto Vermont Avenue. 1318 is one half block up the street on the left. Street parking is limited and restricted. Please read the street signs carefully.

Visitor Centers

Mary McLeod Bethune Council House NHS

Also serves as the satellite visitor's center for the Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site (which is currently undergoing rehabilitation and is closed to the public) National Archives for Black Women's History

The National Archives for Black Women's History documents the legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune. The archives collects materials about and illustrating Mary McLeod Bethune, the National Council of Negro Women, other African American women's organizations, and individuals associated with those organizations. The archives also documents the ongoing preservation and interpretation of the Bethune legacy. Researcher access is by appointment only.

Weather

Winter: Temperatures usually range from 30 to 50 F. There is occasional snow. Spring: Temperatures usually range widely from 40 to 70 F. Rain is common. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70 to 90 F. Humidity is usually high. Be prepared and drink plenty of water. There is a water fountain in the visitor center. Fall: Temperatures usually range widely from 40 to 70 F. Humidity can remain high in the earlier part of the season.

Permits and Reservations Information