Dupont Circle in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of other through volunteer service. Founded in 1890, it is one of the world’s largest and oldest nonpartisan, nondenominational women’s volunteer service organizations. Under the motto, “Unity in Diversity,” GFWC’s local member clubs in the USA and around the world have built an outstanding record of philanthropy, social and political advocacy, and community leadership.
GFWC was chartered by the 56th U.S. Congress in 1901. Since 1922, 1734 N Street, NW, has served as GFWC’s Headquarters, housing office space and formal reception areas. In 1984, the GFWC Women’s History and Resource Center was established to collect, preserve, interpret, and promote the history of GFWC and women volunteers.
In 1991, GFWC Headquarters was designated a National Historic Landmark, in recognition of its “national significance in commemorating the history of the history of the United States of America.”
Erected by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Landmarks • Women. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 38° 54.427′ N, 77° 2.391′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Dupont Circle. Marker is on N Street Northwest east of 18th Street Northwest. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1734 N Street Northwest, Washington DC 20036, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Elliott Coues House (a few steps from this marker); Tabard Inn (within shouting distance of this marker); The Stephanie Tubbs Jones Building (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle (about 400 feet away); Admiral Miguel Grau (about 400 feet away); Bernardo O'Higgins (about 400 feet away); The Paul and Phyllis Nitze Building (about 400 feet away); "Single Form" (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Northwest Washington.
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