Located in Georgetown, Washington, DC, Dumbarton Oaks is a historic estate that is home to a famed museum collection, established research library, and beautifully manicured gardens. Once the residence of Robert and Mildred Bliss, the estate is now owned and administered by Harvard University.

Designed by Beatrix Farrand and Mildred Bliss, the gardens are a beautiful collection of terraced vistas, orchards, cutting gardens, meadows and streams. Ancient stone walls enclosing the Fountain Terrace are curtained with vines. The Roman-style amphitheater embracing a small cobalt-blue pool is a beautiful romantic spot. Visitors have a variety of options to experience Dumbarton Oaks' gardens and museum collections with weekly and monthly guided tours, public lectures and concert series.

Dumbarton Oaks, 1703 32nd Street, NW Washington, DC 20007, Phone: 202-339-6401

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