What is Weekend in Washington?
Weekend in Washington – or WiW – is an annual gathering of some of public media’s most dedicated supporters. Over two days, you’ll meet dozens of NPR Network journalists and hear engaging conversations about our work.
Where is Weekend in Washington?
Weekend in Washington is held at NPR Headquarters (HQ):
1111 North Capitol St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Friday night’s dinner is held off site at the National Museum of Women in the Arts:
1250 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005
How do I get to NPR?
The closest metro station is NoMa-Gallaudet U on the Red Line – 0.4 miles from NPR
The closest Amtrak station and bus terminal is Union Station – 0.8 miles from NPR
The closest airports are:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) – 5.6 miles from NPR
Dulles International Airport (IAD) – 30 miles from NPR
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) – 31 miles from NPR
Where should I stay?
There is no organized room block. Hotels closest to NPR HQ include:
The Morrow
Washington Marriott Capitol Hill
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
If you prefer to stay in the heart of DC – within walking distance to the National Mall –there are many hotel options including The Jefferson and The Hay Adams.
How do I get around?
There are taxi stands at airports and Union Station. Taxis are harder to find around the city. We recommend rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is business casual.
What should I do around NPR?
NPR is located in NoMa – a neighborhood named after its location on the city grid north of Massachusetts Avenue NE. Our favorite spots include Union Market food hall, La Cosecha Latin American marketplace, Red Bear Brewing Co., Wunder Garten, and the National Postal Museum. Learn more about our neighborhood from NoMa BID.
While you’re in town, be sure to see the museums and monuments on the National Mall.