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Private Event Space Rentals

Private Event Space for Conferences, Celebrations & Weddings on Capitol Hill

Elegant Indoor and Garden Event Space on Capitol Hill for Meetings, Celebrations, and Life Events

Hill Center offers a historic venue for private events with modern amenities, including beautifully restored indoor rooms and lush garden areas—ideal for both small gatherings and larger functions. Located in the heart of Capitol Hill, our flexible event spaces are perfect for a wide range of gatherings, from professional conferences to private celebrations.

Private Event Space for Conferences
Food trucks and lights in the West Plaza

Event Space for Every Occasion

Our event space rentals are perfect for recurring meetings, workshops, and gatherings of all kinds.

Events we host include:

Celebrations, Parties & Life Events

Host your next celebration at Hill Center — so you can skip the stress of hosting at home! Our multi-purpose event spaces are perfect for everything from small indoor kids’ parties to large outdoor family gatherings. Whether you’re planning a milestone moment or an intimate get-together, we’ve got the ideal setting.

Conferences & Meetings

Hill Center offers bright, versatile meeting spaces on Capitol Hill near Eastern Market Metro, restaurants, and hotels. Ideal for everything from conferences and trainings to fundraisers and pop-ups—with green meeting standards and nonprofit discounts available.

Conferences & Meetings
Wedding Celebration at Hill Center's Historic Entrance

Weddings

Celebrate your special day at Hill Center, an historic wedding venue with beautiful gardens, modern amenities, and custom-tailored packages. Enjoy eight hours of setup time—perfect for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and showers.

Demonstration Kitchen

Host your next event in Hill Center’s fully equipped demonstration kitchen—perfect for hands-on workshops and corporate team-building activities. We work with several award-winning chefs who offer a range of private experiences, but of course, you’re welcome to bring your own chef.

Historic Venue, Modern Amenities

Discover the exceptional features and amenities that make Hill Center a premier private events venue.

Historic Charm & Architectural Beauty

  • Natural light from 8-foot windows in an exquisitely restored historic Civil War-era building recognized by “Save America’s Treasures”

  • Beautifully landscaped and cultivated gardens

  • Hill Center is an arts and culture non-profit organization and features a quarterly rotating exhibit of artwork by regional artists

Modern Comforts & Amenities

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

  • State-of-the-art audio visual system

  • Air conditioning

  • Elevator

  • ADA compliant

Prime Location & Accessibility

  • Located on Capitol Hill, nine blocks from the Capitol, Supreme Court, and the House and Senate office buildings

  • Transportation: one block from the Eastern Market Metro; convenient to Reagan National Airport, The Wharf, Navy Yard, and Nats Park

Exceptional Service & Support

  • Professional private events team dedicated to making your event a success

  • Hill Center’s experienced staff is committed to ensuring your event runs seamlessly from start to finish

Sustainability

  • Green, environmentally friendly building

Floorplans

Explore a space where professional and personal events thrive — all in a setting that inspires connection and creativity.

Hill Center First Floor
Hill Center Second Floor
Hill Center Outdoor Space

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Capacity & Seating

From daily to monthly rentals, we provide options for private events of all kinds.

Event Space Capacity Chart

Testimonials & Reviews

Hill Center’s team of private events professionals dedicate themselves to producing a seamless event for you and your guests. It’s always meaningful to hear from clients who are pleased with their Hill Center event or celebration.

The staff was very professional and responded quickly to my requests.

Hill Center provides a lovely space and I found it very easy to make all the arrangements needed for a very successful alumni reunion.

Jan’s Tutoring House has held our Red Carpet Celebration event at Hill Center for 6 years. It is the perfect location and central to the community where our organization operates. It feels like home. The events staff are always a pleasure to work with. A special nod to the maintenance staff who provided exceptional assistance during and after the event.

The Hill Center is great! The building has lots of historic charm. The staff are so friendly and helpful. I host a student program there each year, and each of the second floor rooms are big enough to accommodate a class of students. I really enjoy hosting at the Hill Center!

Excellent team support at the event and in planning for the event.

Thank you, thank you, thank you for making our event on Saturday such a successful and memorable one! The set-up and space was flawless, as was your awesome client centered service and attention to detail!

Our baby shower was everything and more than what we expected.  It was a pleasure working with the Hill Center team.  You are prompt, courteous and always professional. Thanks so much for all of your work and support and we’ll definitely be using Hill Center for future events.

Thank you so much for your help with our special day. We couldn’t have imagined a better venue than the Hill Center. From the layout, to the staff help, to scheduling our drop-offs and pick-up, everything went above and beyond what we hoped for.

Chris and I both could not have been happier with the way everything turned out! Our guests kept coming up to us to tell us how much they loved everything and how impressed they were! Truly, everything was AMAZING and we could not be happier.

WOW! This event ROCKED and it’s all about you and your team! Thanks so much for working with us to create an amazing event we can all be proud of. Your team executed a flawless event…

Thank you, thank you, thank you for making or event on Saturday such a successful and memorable one!  The set-up & space was flawless, as was your awesome client centered service & attention to detail!…Our parents, partners & my client were all blown away by the beautiful & overall feel of the space

This was a great event in no small part to your flexibility and responsiveness to all of our various questions beforehand as well as our onsite needs.  The staff from the museum and our facilitators felt very taken care of…We received so many wonderful comments from our presenters and our participants on how much they loved the atmosphere of the building. One big attraction was the bright feeling in the Lincoln Hall that really added to everyone’s upbeat energy during a daylong workshop on an intense topic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of events does Hill Center host?

We are perfect for any event you can imagine!

See “Types of Events we Host

What space is available at Hill Center for private events?

We have over 4200 square feet of indoor meeting space across two floors. Our East Garden, John Franzén Terrace, and West Plaza is a beautiful accompaniment or standalone space for outdoor hosting! Also on-site, we have a fully-equipped demonstration kitchen for your next culinary adventure.

See “Floorplans & Tours

What is the capacity of Hill Center?

Our indoor space accommodates up to 150 guests for seated events or 250 for standing receptions. Our full venue (indoor and outdoor space) accommodates up to 500 guests.

See “Capacity & Seating

May I tour Hill Center?

Yes! Please email our team at [email protected] or call us (202) 499-6449.

Is Hill Center convenient to transportation and Washington’s national landmarks?

Super convenient! We are nine blocks from the U.S. Capitol, one block from Eastern Market Metro, and central to Reagan National Airport, The Wharf, Union Station, Nationals Park, and Navy Yard.

I want to book an event. Where do I start?

Complete our “Get Started” form.

  • This provides us with initial information to check if your date, time, and event space is available.
  • If alternate dates are possible, please include them in your inquiry.

You will receive a response from our Private Events team regarding the availability of the space.

Tour our space!

What is your cancellation policy?

Hosts may cancel or reschedule a date by notifying Hill Center. All cancellations must be in writing and signed by both parties.

  • No charge for cancellations with at least ninety (90) days notice in advance of the event.
  • 25% of the rental fee for cancellations with more than sixty (60) but less than ninety (90) days notice in advance of the event.
  • 50% of the rental fee for cancellations made more than thirty (30) but less than sixty (60) days in advance of the event.
  • 100% of the rental fee for cancellations made less than thirty (30) days prior to the event.

What are the hours of operation for events being held at Hill Center?

Private events are hosted from 8 am to 11 pm, seven days a week.

Are there restrictions on outside space?

The garden is available from 8 am to 9 pm Sunday through Thursday, and from 9 am to 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. In the case of inclement weather, there are two options: Backup space that is to be rented indoors, or tent rentals to cover outdoor event space.

What audiovisual equipment is available?

We have a state-of-the-art audiovisual system including built-in screens and projectors. A price list is available upon request.

What is your alcohol policy?

We have a liquor license and alcoholic beverages may either be purchased through us or self-supplied. There is a $300 beverage manager fee required by the D.C. Alcoholic Beverage Commission when events with alcohol take place.

Is event insurance required?

We do require insurance for events with more than fifty (50) attendees or when alcohol is being served.

Is music allowed?

Yes, hire your favorite band or DJ! Noise levels cannot exceed the restrictions outlined by the D.C. government. If dancing is expected to take place, a dancefloor is required.

Do you have air conditioning?

Of course!

Plan Your Perfect Event

Let us help you bring your vision to life in our beautiful Capitol Hill venue. Inquire about availability today.

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