FAQs
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What is the dress code?
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Welcome Party: Cocktail Attire Wedding Ceremony & Reception: Black-Tie Optional
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Will there be parking at Old Ebbitt Grill for the Welcome Party?
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Due to proximity to the White House, parking is extremely limited. We recommend either walking from your hotel or taking a short Uber/Lyft ride.
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How close are the hotels to the church and reception venue?
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Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church is located 5 miles (20-minute drive) from both hotels. The Hay-Adams Hotel is 100 feet (1-minute walk) from the Decatur House. The Capital Hilton Hotel is located .3 miles (6-minute walk) from the Decatur House.
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Will transportation be provided?
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Yes- transportation will be provided from both hotels to the church ceremony, then from the church ceremony to The Decatur House. Please see the bus schedule below: From both hotels to Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church (Ceremony) 3:45-4:00 Buses boarding at The Capital Hilton 4:00-4:10 Buses boarding at The Hay Adams From Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church to the The Decatur House (reception) 6:10 Buses boarding
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Will there be parking at Our Lady of Lebanon Catholic Church?
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Yes- there is ample parking available to the side of the Church, should you choose to drive.
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Will there be parking at The Decatur House?
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Due to proximity to The White House, parking is extremely limited. We recommend using a parking garage 1.5 blocks away (5 minute walk) from The Decatur House- 1625 Eye Street, Washington DC 20006. This garage is the only one in the area that is open until 11:30PM, with a flat rate of $15. Please be aware, the gate automatically locks at 11:30pm. Note: Should you choose to park in a different garage, please take note of the closing time as they all differ.
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Are children welcome?
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While we love your little ones, our wedding weekend is going to be adults-only. We appreciate you making arrangements ahead of time and leaving the kids at home so you can celebrate with us!