Summerhouse

Washington, District of Columbia, US

Why Summerhouse is worth your time

A small brick garden shelter on the U.S. Capitol grounds designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, offering shade, seating, and a fountain. A quiet spot to rest during a visit to the Capitol.

• Category: historic site

More things to do in Washington

• National World War II Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial
• Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
• Founding Farmers DC
• Old Ebbitt Grill
• The Wharf DC

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