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Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids is required)
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“As always, a great experience. We had guests from out of town and this was the first place on our agenda. They loved it!! So fun. Eventually we all got separated and had fun texting each other with our new finds! Thanks for such a great place.” — Diane Hansen
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Team Building at The Secret Door Museum (on-line reservations required)
Discover hidden doors & inspire teamwork with our unique team-building activities
ultimate privacy, decadent food
our chef will create a special cullinary experience just for you — based on your dietary requirements. this once-in-a-lifetime event includes a self-guided tour of our themed rooms, secret doors, and unique collections.
book wine cellar:
wine cellar, 3 course meal: $95/person
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wine cellar, 4 course meal: $120/person
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wine cellar, 5 course + apps $130/person
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beverages additional
room rental (3.5 hrs)
wine cellar: ($500 required) max. 12 guests for a sit-down
secret garden: ($500 required) max. 19 guests for chef's table sit-down
tiffany or candllelit dining room: ($500 required) max. 19 guests for sit-down
housekeeping/sanitization
groups under 10 people: $75
groups of 10 - 19 people: $100
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Groups of 15+ will embark on an exciting up to two hour adventure through secret doors and hidden passages. Hone in on their super sleuth skills with the Speakeasy Hunt. Be warned, secret doors are hard to find — if you find 2-3 you are an above average sleuth. Your hunt supports our museum programs. Bring your own shopping bags to get any last minute gifts — everything in the O (without a heartbeat) is for sale! Join the fun! (Not available Thurs-Sat in December)
INCLUDES: exotic cheese & crackers and speakeasy treasure hunt
ADDITIONAL: bartender fee will be applied. Bar package enhancements are priced per person, per hour or cash bar
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Groups of 10 or more will enjoy our delicious continental breakfast (sweet breads, yogurt parfait, fresh fruit, hot coffee, hot tea, orange juice) and engage in a short discussion to learn the history and philosophy of The Mansion. Then tour through our themed rooms, unique exhibits, and search for secret doors.
We have over 100 rooms and 80 secret doors (Yes! 80), we guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms and find 32 of our secret doors — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
Cash bar. Bring your own shopping bags to get any last minute gifts — everything (without a heartbeat) in the O is for sale!
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Whether your group works for a different department or on different projects we all have the same goal — success. This facilitator led experience will encourage teamwork, inspire creative thinking, foster communication, build leadership skills, reinforce and teach new skills. Your team will think with their hearts & feel with their minds as they search through 100+ themed rooms & behind 80+ secret doors. This will help generate understanding and communication as your team embarks on a hunt around the mansion — then each team will come together to present their lessons learned and discuss the similarities and differences of their experience.
INCLUDES: private room up to two hours, hunt facilitator, and treasure hunt. Prizes additional. Bring your own shopping bags. Everything (without a heartbeat) is for sale!
— Based on availability
Special Events (on-line reservations required)
Sit back relax, suspend your disbelief & enjoy the magic & fantasy of our immersive events
Join us for the Stand Together As One Film Premier.
— Tour (self-guided): 4:30pm
— Film Screening: 5:30pm
— Panel Discussion: 6:30pm
— Cash Bar
100% of Proceeds Support O Museum Programs which focus on promoting compassion, understanding, and unity through the fusion of the arts, music, sports, science, and history.
To celebrate Ted Spero's 70th B-Day he is giving back! Join him and rock & roll legends Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad & David Spero (radio host, manager, author) for an evening full of stories, music & much more.
TICKETS: $75/person
VIP MEET & GREET ADD ON: $50/per — (1 hr. before program - MUST select under add on reservation form)
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DOORS OPEN & TOUR: 5:00
VIP MEET & GREET: 6:00 PM
PROGRAM: 7:00 PM
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Cash Bar
ABOUT MARK FARNER
Mark Farner was the guitarist and lead singer for Grand Funk Railroad, as well as the songwriter for most of their material. He wrote the iconic "I'm Your Captain (Closer to Home)," "Some Kind Of Wonderful," and the hit "Bad Time," which became the last of the band's four singles to reach the top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. By 1971, Grand Funk achieved a major milestone by equaling the Beatles' Shea Stadium attendance record and selling out the venue in just 72 hours, whereas the Beatles' concert took weeks to sell out.
Farner is of Native American descent and received the Lakota Sioux Elders Honor Mark in 1999. Members of the Lakota Nation later honored him with a hand-made ceremonial quilt. He was also awarded the Cherokee Medal of Honor by the Cherokee Honor Society.
ABOUT DAVID SPERO
David Spero, a rock-radio pioneer since the 1970s, is a highly regarded music manager known for his work with iconic artists such as Michael Stanley, Ringo Starr’s All-Star Band, Joe Walsh, Yusef Islam (formerly Cat Stevens), Dickey Betts, The Funk Brothers, The Raspberries, Ted Neeley, and Harry Nilsson, among others. He is credited with bringing the Eagles back together. Humble Pie credits David with playing a pivotal role in breaking their band in the US.
Proceeds will benefit: O Museum in The Mansion Programs
February 23
— Tour (self-guided): 2pm
— Magic Show: 3pm in the Secret Gatehouse
— Cash Bar
ABOUT RICH BLOCH
One of the busiest corporate entertainers in the world — Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages. He is a five-time nominee for Stage Magician of the Year, a 2006 Fellowship recipient at Hollywood’s famed Magic Castle and he served as scriptwriter and magic consultant to the legendary Orson Welles.
In 2010, Rich opened Dickens Parlour Theatre in Millville, Delaware, which has quickly become a favorite entertainment spot for both local residents and tourists, as well as a much desired venue for performing magicians from all over the world. And, he is the founder of the highly successful “Magic Castle At Sea” program, exclusive to Crystal Cruises, which provides their vessels with world class magic performers on every cruise.
At home in Washington, D.C., he lives with his wife, Susan, a Professor of Constitutional Law at Georgetown University, a Golden Doodle and a parrot that does card tricks.
Proceeds support our museum programs
First Sunday of every month.
Channel your inner gospel 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.
Bring your groupies, entourage and guitar, banjo or whatever you want to play (or not) and participate in a live jam session with seasoned artists.
If you would like to attend a jam and you are not a performer please reserve a friends & family jam & tour pass
Step into a world of mystery and discovery with this augmented reality adventure at O Museum in the Mansion! This exciting treasure hunt layers hidden items over the real world inviting you to uncover secrets and explore unseen dimensions right within the museum.
You’ll use your phone or device to reveal hidden portals and unlock secret artifacts, photo ops, and messages scattered throughout the museum.
This interactive experience will spark your curiosity and ignite your sense of wonder. Don’t miss the chance to experience the O in a whole new way!
Includes:
- Exclusive augmented reality hunt
- Search for secret doors
- Exploration of museum exhibits
Join us for an electrifying night of spoken word poetry, where talented poets compete by performing their original works before a live audience and a panel of judges. With each performance, you'll experience powerful stories, emotions, and the raw energy of creative expression. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of poetry, this event promises to inspire and entertain. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of words and art!
— Tour (self-guided): 6pm
— Slam: 7pm-9pm
— Cash Bar
Join us for an exclusive VIP Business to Business Breakfast at O Museum in the Mansion, where industry leaders come together to network, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while connecting with key decision-makers in an environment designed to inspire fresh perspectives and creativity. O Museum encourages thinking differently and sparks innovation, making it the perfect setting to build meaningful business relationships. Don’t miss this chance to expand your network and be inspired!
Step into the world of rock 'n roll history this weekend at O Museum in the Mansion, where May Pang will showcase an exclusive collection of photographs from her time with John Lennon during the iconic "Lost Weekend." This unique exhibit unveils moments captured during the 18-month affair that took place in Los Angeles, a period of freedom and self-discovery for Lennon.
At just 19, May Pang found herself thrust into the role of personal assistant to John Lennon and Yoko Ono. But as Lennon and Ono’s relationship began to crumble, Ono introduced Pang as Lennon’s temporary lover. The "Lost Weekend" was more than just a romantic entanglement—it was a transformative time for Lennon, who immersed himself in L.A.'s vibrant music scene and began to rebuild his bond with his estranged son, Julian.
This captivating exhibit will feature three never-before-seen photos of Lennon, along with additional images that document their time together. According to Pang, these images offer an intimate look at Lennon during a time of personal growth—capturing him in a relaxed, sober state as he reconnected with his music and his own sense of self. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience rock history through the lens of a woman who was there, witnessing it all.
Art, music and literature are critical components to building empathy and driving change. Join us for a day symposium, 9 am - 5 pm with a concert after, to help bridge the divide and promote conversation about our shared experiences.
TICKETS: $50/person
1PM TOUR & SYMPOSIUM ADD ON: $50/per — (MUST select under add on reservation form)
Step into a world of glitz and glamour as we celebrate 45 years of preserving history,
promoting the arts, and enriching our community. Enjoy games, entertainment, business to
business events, film openings, concerts and exclusive tours in our renowned museum,
recently named “The Coolest Place in DC.”
Whether you’re rolling the dice, raising a glass, or exploring the hidden treasures of the
museum, your presence will help us continue our mission and sustain the arts, education,
and healing programs at O Museum. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening!
Dress to impress, and get ready for a night of luck, legacy, and discovery
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O Museum is ready to shoot cupid's arrow right at you when you visit. Whether you're single or dating love never fails at O Museum. Rated one of the top 5 things to see in the world --- you'll steal hearts while you search the 100 room Mansion's labyrinth for treasures that celebrate love. It's LOVE Mansion style. Cash bar.
O Museum in The Mansion, also known as The Secret Door Museum has over 100 rooms and 80 secret doors (Yes 80!). We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms --- but be warned secret doors are tricky to find --- if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
• advanced online-reservations required
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!
Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
This extraordinary exhibit celebrates the creative genius of iconic artists from the legendary Stan Lee, whose superheroes have shaped popular culture, to the visionary Akira Toriyama, the mastermind behind beloved anime classics.
Discover the evolution of comic art and anime, showcasing original sketches, vibrant panels, and rare artworks that bring to life the epic journeys of heroes and adventurers. From the golden age of comic books to the groundbreaking styles of modern anime, this exhibit spans decades of artistic innovation and cultural impact.
Witness the intricate details and bold colors that define these art forms, and explore how they have inspired generations of fans worldwide. Whether you are a lifelong comic book enthusiast, an anime aficionado, or new to these worlds, this exhibit offers a mesmerizing experience for all ages.
Join us on this adventure through the universes of comics and anime, and see how these powerful stories continue to captivate hearts and ignite imaginations. Don't miss the chance to be part of this unforgettable journey into the art of dreams and adventures!
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Viewers will walk through imaginative urban gardens — inside and out — filled with sculpture, plants, flowers, porcelain and art, as well as get to search throughout the entire museum.
This collection is inspired by the beauty found across Asia, highlighting both traditional and contemporary blooms. Includes a magnificent Cherry Blossom tree in our Secret Gardens.
AFTER SEEING THIS space, and our beautiful Secret Gardens through this exhibit, you get to embark on an exciting self-guided adventure through secret doors and hidden passages. Walk in the footsteps of presidents and freedom fighters. No maps or hints — just your sleuthing skills! Your purchases support our arts and social justice programs. Join the fun!
Each visit promises access to at least 60 legendary rooms and 32 concealed passages. Which rooms and which secret doors change daily, as we have 112 rooms and nearly 90 secret doors! Discovering 3 secret doors makes you an above-average sleuth. It's your challenge to find and conquer!
- Ticket holders journey through one secret door (only they are allowed in) to begin this experience
- Exploration of our 100+ rooms, immersive exhibits and over 80 secret doors
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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Don your favorite Easter bonnet and celebrate spring with a fun filled treasure hunt at O Museum!
Search for special Easter & spring themed items found only at The Mansion.
INCLUDES
- Easter Candy (YUM!)
- Exploration of our immersive exhibits & secret doors
Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!
Entire balance is paid in full when you place your reservation.
Proceeds support museum programs
MUSEUM CLOSES
Sunday — Tuesday 6pm
MUSEUM CLOSES
Wednesday — Saturday nights 9pm
(8pm reservations will only have one hour to explore)
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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Celebrate mom with a glass of champagne (21+) and chocolates as you explore our unique immersive exhibits and search for secret doors.
We have over 100 rooms and 80+ secret doors (yes 80!) to explore. We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
INCLUDES:
— Yummy Chocolate
— free glass of champagne (21+)
— Cash bar
ENHANCEMENT: Continental Breakfast 8am-10am ONLY $25.22/person. Includes: sweet breads, yogurt, fresh fruit, hot coffe, hot tea, hot chocolate (add on the form).
Bring your own shopping bags. Everything is for sale!
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
• advanced online-reservations required
Celebrate mom with a delicious continental breakfast (sweet breads, yogurt parfait, fresh fruit, hot coffee, hot tea, orange juice) then tour through our themed rooms, unique exhibits, and search for secret doors.
We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms and find 32 of our secret doors — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find — if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
Cash bar. Bring your own shopping bags to get any last minute gifts — everything without a heartbeat in the O is for sale!
First & Third Sunday every month - 1:00 pm
Musicians no entrance fee. If you would like to attend a jam and you are not a musician, please reserve ticket using the button above.
This Halloween night celebrate the BOO season on this zany journey around the museum. Come in costume and have a spooktacular time exploring our 100 room Mansion -- decorated special for Halloween.
INCLUDES
— Search for Secret Doors
— Cash bar
— Costume Contest
O Museum in The Mansion, also known as The Secret Door Museum has over 100 rooms and 80 secret doors (Yes 80!). We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms -- but be warned secret doors are tricky to find -- if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
We've decked the halls and filled The O with season's greetings & holiday cheer -- to create amazing memories for all. Our volunteers will treat you to an in-depth history of our philosophy, museum, building, secret doors and what to look for before you head on out on this self-guided journey. Find your way through secret doors and covert passages to a world never experienced. You'll be walking in the footsteps of presidents and freedom fighters, historians and fiction writers.
Bring your own shopping bags to get any last minute gifts — everything in the O is for sale! Proceeds fund our non-profit programs.
Dress your best! Celebrate in Style!
Immerse yourself in art, history, and culture as you find your way through secret doors and covert passages to a world never experienced. You'll be walking in the footsteps of presidents and freedom fighters, historians and fiction writers.
Cash bar. Bring your own shopping bags. everything without a heartbeat is for sale! Proceeds support our museum programs. No re-entry.
Embark on a mystifying journey where the unseen and unheard stories of espionage come alive! This unique exhibit unravels the mystery of clandestine operations in the most unexpected places: from the rhythm-filled halls of the music world to the cosmic expanse of NASA, to the enchanting rings of the circus, and the covert corners of literature. At the heart of our exhibition is Agent Double O – not your average operative, but our very own LEGO legend, tasked with missions that twist through the fabric of secrecy itself.
But why stop at just witnessing history? Dive into the world of espionage with an added adventure – an espionage hunt intertwined with our famous secret door tour. This experience is not just about viewing; it's about discovering, engaging, and unraveling the secrets yourself.
This exhibit proudly showcases exclusive donations from LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
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private room rental for two hour required: $1000
Saturday Rentals: after 12pm: $2000
Package Includes
- Ultimate privacy
- Self-guided tour (first 45 minutes of event)
- Dedicated event planner
- House tablecloths
- Gift table
- Housekeeping fees
Tea Menu
(pre-select two)(add third options 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
- Sampling of english scones
Beverages
- hot tea with an assortment of cream, lemon, honey, sugar & sugar substitutes
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.
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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
• Gift table
• Five Course Meal
• Champagne Toast
First Course
• Fresh squeezed OJ
• Personalized tea selection
• Scones with sweet cream & jam
Second Course
• Cheese tray
Third Course
• Fresh seasonal fruit
Fourth Course
(select 4, 3 pieces/person)
• 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 salmon, 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)
Must be booked on-line at least one week in advance.
Bring your own shopping bags. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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"Each person must live their life as a model for others."~Mrs. Rosa Parks 
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Learn how you can be a hero from the lessons Mrs. Rosa Parks -- Mother of the Civil Rights Movement and Grandmother of the Women's Movement --taught.
During this fun interactive experience, you will explore, touch and feel the halls and rooms Mrs. Parks lived and worked in during her last decade, which are some of the most powerful years of her life.
Mrs. Rosa Parks stayed with us on and off from 1994 to 2003 as part of our Heroes Program.
She is as important today as she was in 1955. Her lessons in leadership are timeless.
You can become a hero too. Believe.
Step into a whimsical world of Lewis Carroll and other cherished children's book characters to see Alice, The Queen of Hearts, Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Peter Rabbit, and many more iconic creations come to life through a mesmerizing ensemble of meticulously crafted bronze sculptures.
The genesis of this one-in-the-world exhibition traces back to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London, where Leonards, who created The Mansion and the O Museum in 1980, was captivated by a remarkable collection of handmade bronze sculptures.
The Robert James Studio, which created the exhibit, is a three-time, five-star winner at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, considered the pinnacle of horticultural excellence in the UK.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
James Coplestone has been making art works of various kinds for nearly 30 years.
Living in the rolling hills of West Dorset, England, his sculptures — based upon his love of literature are taking shape. Classic illustrations modeled in clay and then turned into bronze.
He uses old tools and finger prints to press, move and model clay into position to capture the breath of the character... as if they have momentarily stepped out of the book into the three dimensional world.
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Find your way through secret doors and covert passages to a world never experienced. You'll be walking in the footsteps of presidents and freedom fighters, historians and fiction writers.
take a sneak peek at the ASL tour video
On this self-guided tour, you will be treated to an in-depth history - told in American Sign Language - of our philosophy, museum, building, secret doors and what to look for as you head out on your super sleuth adventure.
We will never ruin the surprise of finding a secret door by giving you a map - or showing you where they are. 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. 30,000 square foot gift shop!
MUSEUM CLOSES AT 5pm
Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (1 adult to every 4 kids)
ON-LINE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
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Books & Periodicals
- Afterburn by Zane
- Four Blind Mice by James Patterson
- How To Murder Your Life by Cat Marnell
- Huffington Post
- 111 Places in Washington That You Must Miss by Andrea Seiger
- The John Lennon Letters by Hunter Davies
- The Dead Drop by Gilda Joyce
- National Geographic Traveler
- Secret Washington D.C. by Sharon Pendana
- Smithsonian Magazine
- Tickers by Kimberly Eley
- Treasure Hunters by James Patterson & Chris Grabenstein
- The Washington Post
- Washingtonian
Television
- ABC News: "Washington Business Report"
- ABC News: "Inside Look"
- CBS Sunday Morning Show
- Documentary: History of The Eagles
- FOX 5 News Black History Month Special: "How O Street Helped Mrs. Rosa Parks"
- FOX 5 Field Trip: Good Day DC
- Itte-Q, Japan
- NBC Washington: Celebrating Rosa Parks Day
- NPR Live Stream of "The Americana Music Awards Nomination Ceremony"
- Pawn Stars Do America
- The China News Network
- Travel Channel: "Mega Mansions"
- Travel Channel: "Daycation with Harry & Bruce"
- WETA: "Breakfast at The Mansion"
- WUSA 9: "Great Day Washington"
