O Museum In The Mansion Reviews

Joan Kober on Jun 19, 2019 said:

“MY 2 grandkids - 12 and 9 - absolutely loved it. They wanted to go back today. Looking for the hidden doors was such a thrill for them - one of the best things we've ever done together.”

Julie Curran on Jun 18, 2019 said:

“I had no idea what to expect. This was such a cool place. We spent 4 hours wandering, playing, sipping cocktails and discovering. There is truly something for everyone. ”

Amy Klabon on Jun 14, 2019 said:

“Always fun! ”

Kazuhiro on Jun 12, 2019 said:

“Thank you for your kindness. I liked the feel of the room and the secret door. I enjoyed my stay. See you again!”

Julie Collins on Jun 11, 2019 said:

“Stellar searching...”

Debra E Foreman on Jun 10, 2019 said:

“I visited the mansion in the middle of the day on a Wednesday. I almost had the whole place to myself! Iso Akpabio (manager) was very welcoming and very knowledgable about the mansion and it's history. Prepaying for drinks (online) was a good deal and you are allowed to enjoy them while walking through this awesome mansion looking at everything and anything you could ever imagine! ”

James Wolff on Jun 4, 2019 said:

“Amazing!”

Piper Scott from Troop 12034, on Jun 2, 2019 said:

“Our troop chose to use their Girl Scout cookie sale profits to have an adventure at the Mansion, and it did not disappoint! They were wowed by the delicious treats and then had the time of their lives exploring all of the hidden doors and themes rooms. An extraordinary time for the girls and their parents! Thank you so much for making our visit so very special!”

Alessandra Cantone on May 28, 2019 said:

“Magic place, a hidden gem”

Elliott on May 28, 2019 said:

“Somehow I've lived in the DC area my whole life and never visited the mansion, but now it will be our 1st stop with out of town guests! An amazing experience. Lots of fun, and we were kept involved the entire visit. I Highly recommend coming here. ”

Jennifer Shannon on May 27, 2019 said:

“Just knowing that Rosa parks stayed there for 10 years made it more interesting the rooms were incredible very interesting story and House”

Deb Gottesman from Co-Executive Director, The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts, on May 27, 2019 said:

“Thank you for providing us with such a beautiful evening last night. Our guests LOVED the Mansion , and it made the experience of gathering to watch a film about Life Stories all the more special. And they also raved about the food. Thank you for throwing in so many extras for us (the desserts were unexpected and truly delicious!). It really couldn't have gone better! We hope to have more occasions to connect in the future.”

Dawn Dickson on May 27, 2019 said:

“Super cool and fun + unique experience. So much history and memorabilia - the most engaging and interactive museum I've ever been to. I will return, we only found 8 hidden doors”

Chip Dobbs on May 27, 2019 said:

“Had a blast. Will come back”

Laura Pinna on May 27, 2019 said:

“Lightheaded and comfortable with a mix of ages helped make this a most enjoyable afternoon. Combined with the self guided tour beforehand is a wonderful way to relax and let the mind take a break from the world outside.”

JR LaPaugh from , on May 24, 2019 said:

“Love it, love it and did I say love it? I stayed at OM for the first time in 2004 ish. I have been back several times since over the years and now I'm bringing my kids this July 2019. I have used OM's eclectic style in my own home as we get many complements from family and visitors. This is a must see location. It's so easy to make conversation and friends with other guest due to atmosphere at OM. I hope my kids bring their families their as I look forward to making more memories with them at OM in the future! ”

Michael Hofmann on May 24, 2019 said:

“Thank you again for the memorable stay. You guys are awesome and have something really special.”

Tasha on May 20, 2019 said:

“O Mansion is a hidden gem in DC that has been around for a long time. There are so many places for your eyes to go,I know that I have to go back again. And thanks for hosting a wonderful GoT series finale party! We had so much fun!”

Ryan on May 20, 2019 said:

“Amazing hosts!”

Sally S Clark from AFG Group, Inc., on May 20, 2019 said:

“The awesome group pictures you took at the end of the event was my favorite part of the whole day! Totally unexpected, and totally fitting with our theme of going "weird"!”

Susan Bodane on May 20, 2019 said:

“We absolutely loved this museum. It was the second time in a week. My husband and I went and then brought friends. You loose the track of time and there is so much too see. Very friendly staff!”

Vivian Feen from Re/Max Advantage Realty, on May 15, 2019 said:

“Unbelievable! Creative Museum! Super, caring staff-everyone of them. Food? Aaah, you gotta taste..Creative & delicious. Wait'll you taste mind-blowing desserts! I'm a fan of all the rock n'roll signed guitars: Dylan,Cash,Hendrix,just starting to name. You'll see!”

Ric Miner on May 13, 2019 said:

“I enjoyed the food and the tour and I plan on returning in the near future. ”

Priscills from Butler, on May 13, 2019 said:

“Food was fantastic and staff was exceptionally friendly. Love the room exploration. We will be back.”

Casey Dexter from Purdue University, on May 8, 2019 said:

“Lady H and the Mansion on O Street are the absolute best! The staff was so kind and caring, the venue is spectacular and the food and drinks were beyond our expectations! Thank you for a wonderful event!”

Ethan Young on May 5, 2019 said:

“They were not kidding about secret doors, 2 is above average for sure! We got distracted by everything because of everyone and everything was awesome to look at! Worth it. Mere minimum of 45 minutes will go by fast!”

Jim Finney on May 5, 2019 said:

“Always a fun time at the O. The second time we have been there and always see something new.Would love to stay there sometime!”

Nancy Guerra on May 5, 2019 said:

“What a blast! Needed something different to do for my daughters 25th birthday and this was it! We did the Above and Beyond Hunt and really had a fantastic time! The sheer quantity of amazing and unique items was overwhelming. We loved the log cabin and the game room and the wine cellar! We are definitely going back!”

Daniela Guerrero from 3M, on May 2, 2019 said:

“3M's experience with The Mansion on O Street was outstanding, beginning with the personalized attention we got throughout the planning process and ending with the execution of an extraordinary private event. Our guests were thrilled to visit a place that was not a common destination for most DC tourists, and even with such great anticipation, their expectations were far exceeded. Thanks to the world-class staff for making this a truly memorable experience. ”

John Caldwell on Apr 29, 2019 said:

“My second visit, and we had an absolute blast, as always! Your commentator who introduced us to the Scavenger Hunt was energetic and well-versed in the mansion's history. Great job!”

Len Jaffe from Len Jaffe, on Apr 29, 2019 said:

“First time visit. Very nice venue for a house concert.”

Jennifer Parker on Apr 26, 2019 said:

“So much fun! Just as the tour describes, you get lost! But it was so fun! Definitely recommend to anyone! ”

Pet on Apr 24, 2019 said:

“What an amusing serendipitous adventure! Two hours exploring. Found this museum a great find in DC. We have explored much of DC over the years and must say, if you enjoy eclectic architecture and nostalgia, you will definitively enjoy this museum!”

Trina Kerns on Apr 19, 2019 said:

“Amazing! Loved every minute! The welcoming employee was especially friendly, informative and awesome! I think his name was Iso. ”

Marc Douglas Berardo on Apr 19, 2019 said:

“I just wanted to say again: thank you to you and H for opening up the mansion to me. It is a special place and feels like home. A perfect place for me to turn fifty. (The Big clay world turns and we get older, bodies change, knees give out...weird) You guys provide a heady and important service to musical travelers who need to write things down and make songs out of all of it from time to time. For that I could never thank you enough. Also, the laughs are always just right. Carry on. ”

Michelle Powers on Apr 19, 2019 said:

“This was a fabulous family adventure! Something you would not normally do on a vacation to DC. We can??t wait to return and find more secret doors!”

Jamie Bruno on Apr 19, 2019 said:

“What a great experience!”

Angela Rikard and Aniyah Foulks on Apr 13, 2019 said:

“We had an amazing time at the mansion. Mrs H was the perfect host as were all the guides and staff along the way. The history and artifacts within the house are absolutely mind-boggling! My granddaughter fell in love with Mrs H and had so many questions that she didn't want to leave. We will definitely be coming back with extra family members in tow!”

Monica Roney on Apr 10, 2019 said:

“The experience was fantastic for all of the family. The foldout sofa bed was comfortable for our son and we enjoyed the king bed. The amenities are as noted and we were able to take in the surroundings. Easy Metro access and restaurants to visit. Local groceries nearby to provide our basic needs”

Small David on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“So much fun!”

stewart helberg on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“The Mansion on O Street is amazing. A true hidden gem. We were so overwhelmed with everything we didn't do much fo the actual hunt. We will go back next time we visit D.C.”

Mira Moehrke on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“Our group of 8 went in different directions... the search for secret doors completely mesmerized and entertained our 6, 8 and 11 year-old girls. They were highly motivated and discovered more than ten doors. I instantly detached from door searching because I was totally entranced by the sheer volume of collectibles, antiques, books, art, architecture and the burrow-like maze of rooms and halls that seemed to magically appear with each turn. The varied guests who have stayed at the O mansion is a ??Who??s Who? of cultural history. I wonder if I can entice my book club to drive the 345 miles. It would be a wonderful location to discuss a book by a local author or a bio of Rosa Parks ... this is truly a hidden gem destination in DC! I??ll be back! ”

Hadley Orr on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“Such an amazing and unique experience, would do this a thousand times over!”

Kate Merrill on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“We loved it!! Can't wait to come back and explore more!”

Clayton Wert on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“Great experience! Thanks to everyone. We found 9 hidden rooms. :)”

Stephanie Brunhofer on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“Eso remembered me from a prior visit! We love to bring out of town guests to the Mansion. It truly is a hidden gem in DC!”

Ashley Smith on Apr 8, 2019 said:

“It was really cool.”

Amy on Apr 7, 2019 said:

“Spent 2 1/2 hours poking around, having a great time. We found 10 or 11 secret doors. Would love to come again and spend the night.Great playlist.”

Dan Stewart on Apr 7, 2019 said:

“I've lived in the DC area for 25 years and didn't know about the O Street Mansion/Museum. We found it through Groupon and I'm so glad we did! It is an amazing, fun place to visit and the staff are incredibly helpful and friendly. I can't wait to go back to try one of the other events and take friends and family so they can experience it as well.”

Debbie King on Apr 7, 2019 said:

“Fascinating, intriguing, fun, and historical, too. Loved that there are multiple hunts from which to choose! Staff was amazing! Beautiful artifacts everywhere, loved the themed bathrooms, secret doors, music, signed guitars and original art, lavishly decorated rooms and ceilings. Had a blast exploring alone today but will definitely return with friends and family.”

Barbro Miles on Apr 6, 2019 said:

“Always fun to visit the Mansion. I brought a friend from Sweden and she enjoyed the visit too.”

Kim Franke on Apr 5, 2019 said:

“Deepened and expanded my knowledge of this civil rights icon. The richness of the items in the home was overwhelming and wonderful. I enjoyed the whimsy, the diversity and the small, delightful finds. Highly recommend a visit for those who like to discover hidden gems in a city with extraordinary museums. This is one of them. ”

Abbey Eichler on Apr 5, 2019 said:

“This was a great experience! Super unique place in the heart of DuPont! Would definitely recommend!”

Eileen Hollowell on Apr 4, 2019 said:

“This was a fun experience for all 3 generations of our family”

Lourdes on Mar 31, 2019 said:

“Amazing experience. We only found 12 doors, but we were so into it! We has lots of fun”

Kristin Frank on Mar 30, 2019 said:

“Amazing place. It was so much fun looking at all the things in the rooms and sometimes finding secret doors. We found about a dozen so we'll have to come back and try again another time. Jess, who greeted us, was welcoming, friendly and gave us lots of information. A truly unique experience!”

Jessie Shourds on Mar 28, 2019 said:

“The staff here is so friendly and wonderful. I wish I could remember the gentleman that primarily spoke to us (did the introduction, fielded questions, checked on us when we would end up back on the first floor) - he was not one of the founders/owners, but he was great! Super nice and very funny. I could have spent all day looking for hidden doors. My best friend and I were a little disappointed that we could only find about 10 doors but that's good for a first try so I can't be too upset! If I ever find myself in DC again I will definitely be making a trip back here. I'd like to try one of the scavenger hunts. ”

Susan Zeiler on Mar 25, 2019 said:

“ The o mansion is a completely unique experience -almost indescribable! You just have to trust it and go you will not regret it! ”

Rebecca Bentzinger on Mar 25, 2019 said:

“Richard Bloch is a brilliant performer! It is wonderful to note that he and his wife, Susan, have given so much to the work of the Mansion. Their performances benefit the Heros and Artists in Residence programs - what a gift! The Houdin clocks are a rare treasure and so beautiful. Bravo Rich!!”

emma chong on Mar 23, 2019 said:

“This was such an unexpected treat. My whole family participated. It was very fun to wander through this mansion. We found several doors but I can't even begin to image where the others are. We would love to return. Also it looks like an amazing place to host a private event.”

Melissa Bradley. Managing Partner at 1863 Ventures on Mar 22, 2019 said:

“Awesome night. Thank you”

AnnLloyd Hufstader on Mar 18, 2019 said:

“I loved the laid-back nature of the event. Every poem read, whether Yeats or a home-spun one, was expertly performed and exquisitely written. The mansion was new to me and I loved being able to browse around the main rooms. A treasure in every corner!”

Christina Boehm on Mar 14, 2019 said:

“One of the absolute most amazing places we have ever been on the entire planet!”

Kenny White on Mar 14, 2019 said:

“I want to tell you again how much i enjoyed this weekend. I'm so grateful for the hospitality shown me by Ted and H. The entire weekend was a spectacle for the eyes and a total revelation for the ears!! I'm much obliged for that journey.”

John Belz on Mar 12, 2019 said:

“The mansion and museum are absolutely fascinating. We were glad we had a chance to look around before the concert in a very intimate space. Kudos!”

Susan Beckman on Mar 11, 2019 said:

“Amazing place! Great music! Will definitely come back.”

Candice Johnson on Mar 11, 2019 said:

“This was a fun activity to do for a long time dc resident who felt she had seen it all.”

Roger on Mar 11, 2019 said:

“Great performances by both artists in an intimate setting. ”

Laurie Thompson on Mar 11, 2019 said:

“Fabulous music in an exquisite venue! I look forward to returning for more! ”

Heidi Wangelin on Mar 10, 2019 said:

“My boyfriend and I had a great time with the scavenger hunt working as a team. The history and the staff are amazing and the artifacts are cool. Totally recommend.”

Jim Bradley on Mar 10, 2019 said:

“My kids and I loved the secret door tour! So many interesting things to see throughout the house. We would definitely come back. ”

Roy Beaumont on Mar 7, 2019 said:

“Perfect place to celebrate team accomplishments and create new memories. Outstanding service and F&B complimented by everyone's self-discovery of the Mansion. ”

Diane Hansen on Mar 3, 2019 said:

“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.”

Alexis on Mar 3, 2019 said:

“It was so fun and exciting ! Guarantee to spend all day there discovering secret doors and looking at all the rich history of the rooms! ”

Robert Donovan on Feb 28, 2019 said:

“Such a unique experience! Would highly recommend for people looking for something off the beaten path while visiting dc. ”

Drew Gies on Feb 27, 2019 said:

“Absolutely loved it. The best thing I have seen in DC!! We will be back! ”

Denise Hart on Feb 22, 2019 said:

“We had a great time - will do it again. It was lots of fun exploring and finding things.”

Janelle Swann on Feb 20, 2019 said:

“I had a great time celebrating my birthday with friends and family at O Mansion. The staff was friendly and the Rosa Parks tour was informative and interesting. ”

billy cummings on Feb 19, 2019 said:

“our visit was great fun. felix was a real treat the staff offered complete hospitality. thank you so much ”

Bobby Caras on Feb 17, 2019 said:

“It is always a blast to visit The Mansion on O. The concert was fantastic. It was great to hear Felix tell his story! ”

Beth Armagost on Feb 16, 2019 said:

“I thoroughly enjoyed every second of our tour and exploration of the Mansion at O street! Most of all, I enjoy the ingenuity and creativity of the people who make the O what it is.....a sustainable ongoing celebration of the arts and a way to give back to our community, in a big way. (The collection of donated items is such a brilliant and lucrative way to recycle treasures large and small.) I am thankful that you recognize and support our Military Community. It means so much!”

Scott on Feb 10, 2019 said:

“What great fun exploring inside on a cold winter day! Our 14 yo loved exploring the mansion and immediately wanted to come back for another tour. Our hostess, Jess, was super friendly, informative, and set tbe tone for a fun experience! ”

Allison Foster on Feb 2, 2019 said:

“I forgot how great this place is. The mansion has a fascinating story and is such a unique venue for events. My team at work needed a space to get our creative juices flowing and the mansion was a slam-dunk. We will definitely come back! ”

Mylene on Feb 1, 2019 said:

“Warm and FUN place to celebrate friendship, life and time together. What an amazing collection of art! Thank you, Ted, for being such a wonderful host!”

Jonathan Charles Peck on Feb 1, 2019 said:

“Love the people who have made the O St Mansion such a wonderful place to visit. I'll be back and plan to bring others with me.”

Becky Riggle on Jan 29, 2019 said:

“We really enjoyed the Secret Door Tour! We found 19 hidden doors and hideaway spots during our tour. What a great way to spend the day! ”

Sondra Stallard on Jan 28, 2019 said:

“As always, the Mansion was awesome and the venue for this great performance was perfect... intimate and friendly. The band members selected all of their instruments from those scattered about the Mansion shortly before the performance including drum, mandolin, guitars, and a rare double -necked guitar. Totally cool! ”

Rose on Jan 26, 2019 said:

“Kids had fun trying to find all the hidden doors and nooks. Cool to see all the memorabilia.”

Deep (just a guy) on Jan 25, 2019 said:

“The Mansion is definitely a one-of-a-kind experience! Having found out about it on Atlas Obscura, I knew I had to visit. My wife, my brother, his wife, and their daughters all loved the challenge of finding secret doors, exploring the memorabilia in the house, and just generally exploring all the zany wackiness mixed with impactful history. We'd all highly recommend the experience to anyone visiting DC as well as to those who live there and may have never realized this little gem exists!”

Macy on Jan 24, 2019 said:

“The Mansion on O team was absolutely amazing to work with. Lady H and her amazing spirit and warm energy is felt throughout each interaction, from working with Madison as we planned the event, to working with the day of staff. Myself and my colleagues had a great time and many are already planning follow up visits with family and friends!”

Ava Hendrickson on Jan 24, 2019 said:

“Definitely a place we'd go back to again! There's so much to see that your brain goes on overload. Would love to stay a night or two in one of those fun rooms!”

Laura Boies on Jan 23, 2019 said:

“Love the Mansion. This was my second Lez Zeppelin performance there. Fantastic. Also the host and the bartender were extremely professional and on top of it all. And of course touring the Mansion is always a blast!”

Betsy on Jan 23, 2019 said:

“Super fun! We were in DC to see the Smithsonians and the hotel had a list of museums open. We were happy to discover you.”

Lisa H on Jan 21, 2019 said:

“We had a group of 7 of us, 4 adults and 3 children aged 8 - 15 and everyone had a blast. We found over 10 doors apiece and thought it was so much fun looking for the doors. We would love to go again so we can see more because there's so much to see you can't see it all in one trip. Definitely recommend for everyone!”

Gregg Hammond on Jan 21, 2019 said:

“Amazing event at an amazing venue. I was impressed on many levels. The band did a superb performance on instruments from the museum and created a strong emotional and spiritual connection with the me as person in the audience. ”

jacquelyn Sparks on Jan 21, 2019 said:

“Wonderful sensory overload, and the champagne was good, too! I loved the John Lennon memorabilia, the fabulous chandeliers and the quirky kitchens. I also attended a concert, "Lez Leplins" which was so much fun. I will definitely keep an eye out for future concerts. Great perk that there is a lovely full bar available to the guests!”

Ian Rothman on Jan 21, 2019 said:

“What an adventure! So much to look at! The items all over the walls and in the rooms were fascinating. Such invaluable collections. And our group found six secret doors, which made us proud! Will definitely return! ”

Gail Frances on Jan 20, 2019 said:

“Our event could not have been better. The afternoon was perfect. We were all blown away! Iso and chef were outstanding. The staff were so attentive and informative. Our group of nurses and doctors will be back. Thank you for a very memorable evening. ”

Ross A Gray on Jan 20, 2019 said:

“Awesome place - best museum in DC by some distance!”

BROOKE SIMON on Jan 19, 2019 said:

“The Mansion was so cool, my favorites were the log cabin room and the John Lennon room! Having the owner open the door for us...we felt like guests of their household..we will be back!”