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Steeped in history The Mansion was built 125 years ago. Nearly every President since Teddy Roosevelt has visited. J. Edgar Hoover's G-Men lived there. During the Vietnam War, Norman Mailer wrote about the house, and the mother of the civil rights movement, Mrs. Rosa Parks called us home.

Create your own adventure when you explore the museum and its collection of artifacts, art, memorabilia and more. From the history of our building to the history of the world there's lots to explore on this one-of-a-kind journey.

History buffs will LOVE this hunt!

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Tickets at the door add $5/person

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Think with your heart and feel with your mind as you search through themed rooms looking for secret doors. We will never ruin the surprise of finding a secret door by giving you a map - so be sure to keep your eyes open! If you find two secret doors you are an above average sleuth!

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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Decorated for Halloween just for this hunt - come celebrate the BOO season on this zany treasure hunt. Have fun searching for Autumn & Halloween themed items found only at The Mansion. Explore our themed rooms and search for secret doors. Prizes additional.

Cash bar.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.


ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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Home to singers, songwriters, over 60 signed guitars, rare authentic rock memorabilia, photographs and more, The Mansion has music at it's core. From the Grateful Dead to The Beatles to The Stones and beyond you'll put your knowledge of music to the test as you search all four floors for Rock & Roll items found only at The Mansion. Explore our themed rooms and search for secret doors. Prizes additional. Cash bar.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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As a former rooming house for J. Edgar Hoover's G-Men, The Mansion is steeped in history and intrigue. From spies to secret passageways you'll put your super sleuth skills to the test as you search the main floor for designated items found only at The Mansion. Prizes additional. Explore our themed rooms and search for secret doors.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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Be patriotic all year long! Celebrate our country's heritage and support our vets when you purchase this fun American Heritage Treasure Hunt.

Enjoy a free Heritage beer -- local vet owned brewery -- while you search for patriotic themed items and explore our legendary themed rooms.

American history buffs will LOVE this hunt!

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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"Each person must live their life as a model for others." ~Mrs. Rosa Parks

Celebrate the life of Mrs. Rosa Parks on this journey. A resident of The Mansion for over a decade Mrs. Parks was a mother figure and mentor to Founder, H.H. Leonards. Her presence at The Mansion has left an indelible mark on us. Visit her favorite rooms, view mementos, and hear inspiring stories of how she touched us all.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

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Join our experienced docents on this private guided tour through at least 60 of our themed rooms. You'll learn about the history and highlights of the O Museum. While we would never spoil the fun of finding the secret doors on your own -- our docents will give you some hints on what to look for. This is the ONLY tour that includes the ultra-private Penthouse Suite. After your 20 minute guided tour, search for secret doors on your own, as well as shop for items you can't live, without. 100% of your tour money goes to our Museum Programs, so thank you!

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.


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Make memories and celebrate with a special day you will never forget!

Explore The Mansion's winding hallways and themed rooms searching for secret doors on this one-of-a-kind fun filled journey.

INCLUDES:
- Glass of champagne or sparkling cider
- Mansion baked cookies & brownies
- Treasure hunt
- Explore our themed rooms
- Search for secret doors

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

PLEASE NOTE: One adult required for every four children, 17 and under

MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm

This tour is non-refundable. Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.

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Groups of 10 or more will enjoy our delicious continental breakfast and engage in a short discussion to learn the history and philosophy of The Mansion. Afterwards tour through our themed rooms and behind secret doors to experience the creative process.

INCLUDES
- Private room (one hour)
- Continental breakfast
(sweet breads, yogurt, granola, fresh fruit hot coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate)
- Short discussion
(on our history & philosophy)
- Explore our themed rooms
- Search for secret doors

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.

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Groups of 20 or more will nosh on exotic cheese & crackers - OR- fresh vegetables & dip while they engage in a short discussion to learn the history and philosophy of O Street Museum in The Mansion. Afterwards you'll put your super sleuth skills to the test as you search the main floor for designated items found only at O Museum in The Mansion. Prizes additional.

Includes

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Magic exists, not just in the mind.

Have a blast when you join us for a glass of champagne or sparkling cider and tour through our themed rooms and secret doors to experience the creative process.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

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Package Includes

• Ultimate privacy
• Space to fit rental
• Self-guided tour (first 45 minutes of event)
• Dedicated event planner
• House tablecloths
• Gift table
  
• Housekeeping fees

Tea Menu

(pre-select two)
(add third option add $4.50/person) (add fourth option add $4.00/person)

• Assorted cheese & crackers
  
• Crudite basket our garden's freshest vegetables with a homemade garden herb dipping sauce
• Fresh seasonal fruit
• Mansion baked silver dollar cookies
• S'mores
• Sampling of english scones
  

Beverages

• hot tea with an assortment of cream, lemon, honey, sugar & sugar substitutes

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Package Includes

• Ultimate privacy
• Space to fit rental
• Self-guided tour (first 45 minutes of event)
• Choice of butler or private service
  
• Dedicated event planner
  
• House tablecloths
• Gift table
  
• Housekeeping fees

High Tea Menu

First Course

• Fresh squeezed orange juice & bottled water
  
• Personalized tea selection
  
• Scones with sweet cream & jam

Second Course

• Cheese tray

Third Course

• Fresh seasonal fruit
  

Fourth Course

• Asparagus roll ups, fresh steamed asparagus, garlic, cilantro and onion
  
• Bella bella, roasted portabella mushroom, balsamic vinegar & mozzarella
• Caprese bites, grape tomato with fresh basil, balsamic vinegar and mozzarella
• Cucumber mint, fresh cucumber rounds with mint, butter and cream cheese
• Seared beef, beef tenderloin with mustard and horseradish sauce
• Skipping salmoon, smoked salmon on top of fresh cucumber, under cream cheese

Fifth Course

• Award-winning miniature pastries (our pasty chef is rated top 10 in the country)
• Gluten, sugar & nut free desserts, available by request (add $3.50/person - must order for entire party)
  

Beverages

• Tea Forte loose leaf (see selections) (guests select 3 each)
• Unlimited champagne
  

Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com

Package Includes

(under 12 - $25/person, 12 & older - $35/person)

• Ultimate privacy
• Space to fit rental
• Self-guided tour
  
• House tablecloths
• Gift table
  
• Housekeeping fees

Tea Menu

(pre-select two)
(add third option add $4.50/person) (add fourth option add $4.00/person)

• Basket of sweet breads
  
• Fresh seasonal fruit
• Mansion baked silver dollar cookies
• S'mores
• Sampling of english scones
  

Beverages

• hot tea & hot cocoa
  

Way more fun than an amusement park - explore The Mansion's winding hallways and themed rooms searching for secret doors on this one-of-a-kind fun filled journey. Enjoy delicious home baked cookies and a glass of milk. Then embark on a treasure hunt searching for designated items to find.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

New York Times Best Selling Author Cat Marnell is coming to O Street.
(we are her favorite place in DC -- after all)

At twenty-six, Cat Marnell was an associate beauty editor at Lucky, one of the top fashion magazines in America -- and that's all most people knew about her. But she hid a secret life.

"Jaw-dropping." - New York Post

"Fantastically entertaining."
- Glamour

"Intoxicating." - Harper's Bazaar

"Sensational. . . Marnell treads a knife edge between glamorizing her own despair and rendering it with savage honesty. . ."
- New York Times Book Review

This event is free but reservations are required.

Cash bar.

Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -smithsonian.com

Decorated for Halloween just for this hunt - come celebrate the BOO season on this zany treasure hunt. Have fun searching for Autumn & Halloween themed items found only at The Mansion. Explore our themed rooms and search for secret doors. Prizes additional.

Cash bar.

Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!

Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.


ADVANCE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

ABOUT FREEBO_____________
Freebo is a genuine folk, rock and blues icon who, after over 40 years of recording and touring with many of the great artists of our time (Bonnie Raitt 10 years, CSN, Maria Muldaur, John Mayall, Ringo Starr, Dr. John, Neil Young, & many more) is regarded as one of the most gifted singer-songwriters of today. A multi award winner and finalist in numerous songwriting contests, Freebo was also recognized as the 'Best Folk Artist 2007' by the Los Angeles Music Awards. In addition, he has appeared on Saturday Night Live, The Muppet Show, The Midnight Special, and in concert with the legendary Spinal Tap.

Freebo's compassionate concern for the world and people around him, as evidenced both in his lyrics and his open stage banter, has helped him connect with listeners worldwide. He will take an audience from insights about what kind of positive mark we hope to leave on the world upon our own passing with "Standing Ovation" to where you stand with your pets and your partner with "She Loves My Dog More Than Me." A musical evening with Freebo will be astute, insightful, clever, and truly melodic.

LISTEN > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IleUnlQMm7Y&feature=youtu.be

ABOUT ALICE HOWE _____________
A lifelong songwriter, Alice's musical sensibility lies in '60s folk and '70s Southern California songwriters, with comparisons drawn to the pure, distilled sounds of Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell. As a performer, Alice is sure-footed and captivating, familiar to her audience from the very first song.

During her three years in Seattle, Alice became a familiar face in the acoustic music scene, playing a variety of local gigs, from the Doe Bay Cafe on Orcas Island to the basement stage of Northwest favorite Dusty Strings Music Store. In the summer of 2016, Alice returned to her home town of Boston, and has been busy making herself known on the stages at Club Passim, the Burren Backroom, and the me & thee coffeehouse. Alice has opened for the likes of Antje Duvekot, Ellis Paul, Chris Trapper, Vance Gilbert, and Brooks Williams.

LISTEN > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOzEjYcHwOc

PRESENTED BY SUSIE'S SONGWRITER SERIES

For over thirty years, Dan Navarro has written, sung, played and acted his way through a rich and varied career...

Dan started out as a songwriter, most often with Eric Lowen, for artists as diverse as Pat Benatar (the Grammy-nominated "We Belong"), The Bangles, Jackson Browne, Dave Edmunds, The Temptations, Dionne Warwick, The Triplets, Dutch star Marco Borsato, and Austin outlaw legend Rusty Weir.

In the 1990s and 2000s, he and Eric recorded and toured as the acclaimed acoustic duo Lowen & Navarro until Eric's retirement in 2009. Dan has transitioned smoothly into a busy solo career over the past decade, touring nationally almost constantly.

He has a parallel career as a voice actor and singer, in films like Pirates of the Caribbean 5, The Book Of Life, Rio (on the Oscar nominated "Real In Rio"), Happy Feet, The Lorax, Ice Age (2 & 3); TV series Turbo Fast, Prison Break, Family Guy and American Dad; records with Neil Young, Andrea Bocelli, Luis Miguel, Jose Feliciano, Janiva Magness, and Jon Anderson of Yes; hit video games Fallout 4 and Uncharted 4, and hundreds of TV ads for Subaru, Shakey's, McDonald's, Coca-Cola, Honda, Nationwide and more.

He has appeared in Washington on artists' rights and intellectual property issues, on behalf of Nashville Songwriters Assn Int'l, SoundExchange, SAG-AFTRA, musicFIRST Coalition, BMI and NARAS, including testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Copyright Royalty Board. Dan also serves on the boards of SAG-AFTRA and The Levitt Pavilion Pasadena.

In 2009, after 22 years and 12 CDs with Lowen & Navarro, Dan released the spirited "Live at McCabe's", backed by his pals, Austin's now-disbanded Stonehoney. His next album,"Shed My Skin", releases this year.

He is the father of a 20-year-old son and a known abuser of acoustic guitars.

LISTEN >
http://www.dannavarro.com/dannavarro/music.html

Channel your inner rock star with other musicians in the business. You know who you are: lawyers, doctors, lobbyists by day - but around the clock, always a rock star in your heart.

The first-ever collaboration between acclaimed contemporary artist Shepard Fairey and the estate of legendary photographer Jim Marshall. In it, Fairey interprets Marshall's iconic photography from the 1960's, including images of Johnny Cash, Cesar Chavez, and Fannie Lee Chaney, with five new works, vividly depicting the humanity behind some of our country's enduring social justice issues: Voting Rights, Mass Incarceration, Workers' Rights, Gun Culture, and Two Americas. The art of American Civics gives a face to these issues to cultivate dialogue and encourage vigorous solutions to problems that have divided the country and eroded the core of the American ideals.
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Generously donated by Michael Jensen, President/Founder Jensen Communications Inc. Jensen Communications, Inc. is a media, marketing and management firm specializing in public relations serving a diverse range of clients in entertainment, business, cause-related politics and the arts.
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French born photographer Sandrine Lee has lived, studied and worked in NYC for over a decade. Via her husband, Will Lee, she has entered the music world and made it her main photographic playground.

Filmmaker, author, photographer and recipient of more than 100 national and international awards for his work, Chip's images appear in the book Enough To Go Around - Searching for Hope in Afghanistan, Pakistan & Darfur. An exhibition of his images premiers at the 2011 World Peace Festival and this fall at O Street Museum Foundation.

This event benefits Relief International and
O Street Museum Foundation

Gerald Johnson's art can be found in the National Gallery of Art, The White House, and the Treasury Department, as well as over three hundred corporate collections in America, Europe and China.

He was born in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and now lives in the DC area. He earned his fine arts degree and completed his graduate studies in printmaking and painting at Carnegie-Mellon University and the University of North Carolina.

"The O Museum has challenged my creativity and championed my art. Every artist's dream is to find a receptive audience for their work. Twenty-five years ago, carrying 10 tiny collages into this mysterious house on O Street I found that audience; always saying "Do what is in your heart."

Nina Miller loves all animals, some people, music, books, sparkly things, and all things vintage. Perpetually getting lost, but with a strong inner-compass, she resides in Nashville with her little monster, Oliver.

Founded in 2002, The Gibson Foundation is committed to making the world a better place for children by creating, developing and supporting programs and other non-profit organization in their efforts to advance education, music and the arts, the environment and health and welfare causes. Nina is the Executive Director of The Gibson Foundation.

Nomad Indigenous Mexican Art & Culture Exhibit

This wonderous collection showcases mexican contemporary indigenous arts & crafts, created by world renowned artists, and has exhibited in Montreal, Boston and New York. The D.C. exhibit is supported by the Mexican Cultural Institute of Washington DC.

Born one of 14 children in Persia, 1948, Elie's religious affiliation prohibited him from painting, learning to read, and write. It wasn't until he was in the Israeli army, that he became an artist.

Despite his family disowning him for becoming an artist, he sent 80% of his earnings to them, until their death.

Abrahami's delicate watercolors and oil paintings, combining eastern and western traditions, have been exhibited in various galleries throughout the world and acquired by some of the most important collections in the world, including the Metropolitan Museum, the Guggenheim Museum and the British Museum. He resides in Paris and his work is in major museum collections, globally.

Mersad Berber is one of the greatest and most distinctive Bosnian painters and graphic artists. His inspiration is derived from Bosnia, its Ottoman past, and its people. An honorary member of the Russian Academy of Arts, he has received approximately 50 awards and he has had exhibits in cities all over the world, from London and Madrid, New York to Moscow, Jakarta and New Delhi.