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Dumbarton Oaks

Dumbarton Oaks is a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Dumbarton Oaks?

Dumbarton Oaks, formally the Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection, is a historic estate in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. It was the residence and gardens of wealthy U.S. diplomat Robert Woods Bliss and his wife Mildred Barnes Bliss. The estate was founded by the Bliss couple, who gave the home and gardens to Harvard University in 1940.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Dumbarton Oaks
Type
Arboretum, Botanical Garden & Nature Center
City
Washington
State
District of Columbia
Website
http://www.doaks.org
IMLS Museum ID
8409502097
Coordinates
38.91465, -77.06352
What kind of museum is Dumbarton Oaks?

Dumbarton Oaks is classified as a arboretum, botanical garden & nature center in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more arboretum, botanical garden & nature centers →

Where is Dumbarton Oaks located?

Dumbarton Oaks is located in Washington, District of Columbia at approximately 38.91465, -77.06352. See the map above.

Does Dumbarton Oaks have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.doaks.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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