Planet Word
Planet Word
925 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
- Max Seated
- 350
- Max Standing
- 800
Average Response Time 12-24 hrs
About Planet Word
Graced with grand windows, intricate ironwork, and lofty ceilings, the landmark Franklin School, home of Planet Word, is a uniquely stunning space for your most important personal and corporate events. From the moment your guests enter the letter-paved lobby, they’ll know they’re in a one-of-a-kind place, surrounded by words and language in the city founded on the written word. Get ready for your guests to be inspired by the power, fun, and beauty of words while you explore our many unique voiceactivated galleries and exhibits. Planet Word is proud to make our spaces available to all who share our mission to renew and inspire a love of words and language. The Mansard Room and Rooftop Terrace: Beautiful exposed beams, wood floors, and frescoed walls make this an unforgettable venue for meetings and celebrations of all sorts. Under a soaring mansard roof, this space can be configured for elegant dinners, performances, meeting, or receptions. A special exhibit commemorates inventor Alexander Graham Bell’s first successful transmission of a “photophone” message from the rooftop of the Franklin School. It can host programming any time of day and includes the use of our Rooftop Terrace. The Bloomberg Philanthropies Great Hall: The Bloomberg Philanthropies Great Hall is the architectural centerpiece of the Franklin School and Planet Word’s showcase venue both day and night. The 5,000-LED globe that anchors the Spoken World exhibit becomes a stunning chandelier as it rises at the touch of a button up to the towering 22-foot-high ceiling. With fourteen-foot windows overlooking Franklin Square, trompe l’oeil frescoes, and a historic proscenium, the elegant, versatile it is unlike any other event space in Washington. The Friedman Family Auditorium: This 150-seat, beautifully appointed auditorium serves as a venue for our public programming — film screenings, author book talks, educator convenings, + more. The space includes a dedicated AV booth and a greenroom.
Event Spaces 4
350 max seated • 800 max standing
The Mansard Room (and Rooftop Terrace)
- 140
- Seated
- 260
- Standing
The Bloomberg Philanthropies Great Hall (and The Word Wall)
- 180
- Seated
- 250
- Standing
Lexicon Lane (Lunch and Activities Package)
- 40
- Seated
- 40
- Standing
The Friedman Family Auditorium
- 150
- Seated
- 150
- Standing
Pricing Packages
Planet Word Private Events Guide
For availability and contracting information, please reach out to host@planetwordmuseum.org!
Amenities
A/V Equipment
Coat Check
Handicap Accessible
Kosher Kitchen
Media Room
Pet Friendly
Pool
Street Parking
Valet Parking
WiFi
Windows
Dance Floor
Breakout Rooms
Preferred caterers only
Preferred suppliers only
FAQs 5
- What is included in the venue rental cost?
- Our rates are inclusive of the space, time for setup and breakdown, use of any A/V in the rooms, and an Event Captain to coordinate vendors, assist your team and your guests, and provide on-call tech support.
- Does the venue have a curfew for events?
- Our spaces are available to be contracted for guest use until 11:59pm. Vendors and staff can stay to finish breaking down/ loading out.
- Is the venue handicap accessible?
- Yes! The entire museum is ADA compliant, including our event spaces.
- What is the venue capacity?
- Full Building: 750-800; The Great Hall: 180(rounds) / 250(standing); The Word Wall: 50(rounds) / 75(standing); The Mansard Room+ Rooftop Terrace: 140(rounds) / 200+60(standing); The Friedman Family Auditorium: 150(theater); (add on) AT&T Plaza and Lobby: 90 (Standing); (add on) Classrooms: 40
- Does the venue have an approved or preferred vendor list?
- We have a list of approved catering vendors who coordinate food, beverage, furniture, and catering staff needs for all our private events. A list can be found on page 15 of our Private Events Guide!
Map
925 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA