The Wedding
The Washington National Cathedral
3109 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20016-5015
The Cathedral, situated on the highest point in Washington D.C. is one of D.C.'s most recognizable skyline sights. It is a house of prayer for all people in the Nation's Capital. Trish attended the National Cathedral School for Girls, which is attached to the Cathedral, and so we are privileged to be able to use Bethlehem Chapel for our wedding service.
Our wedding will be held in Bethlehem Chapel and will commence at 4:00pm sharp.
Bethlehem Chapel
The Cathedral’s foundation stone was placed on this site under what later became the altar of Bethlehem Chapel. This chapel contains symbols and depictions of the genealogy and birth of Jesus. In 1912 this became the first part of the Cathedral to be completed, and a service has been held here every day since.
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Can We Bring Our Children?
Yes but: We love our family and friends, including the little ones, and we have some of our younger family members in the wedding. We think, however, that young children (under age 8) will most likely find the wedding ceremony and reception tedious and not particularly child-friendly. We are therefore asking those of you who are local with young children to find childcare at home or, if this is impossible, to let us know, and we will see what we can do to help. We know you understand that weddings and receptions are generally adult occasions and hope you will take this opportunity to enjoy an adult evening out.
What Should We Wear?
Dress code: Church appropriate festive attire. The bridal party will be in black tie. We do not expect you to do the same. We suggest jackets and ties for the gents, and dress pants or nice dresses/skirts for the ladies, but at the end of the day we trust your best judgment.
Driving Directions
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From Downtown Washington
Take Massachusetts Avenue north to Wisconsin Avenue. Turn right onto Wisconsin Avenue. The Cathedral is on your immediate right.
From Maryland and Points North
Take I-95 to I-495 west, the Capital Beltway. Exit south on Wisconsin Avenue. The Cathedral is approximately 6 1/2 miles on your left.
From Virginia and Points South
Take I-495 over the American Legion Bridge into Maryland and take the Wisconsin Avenue/Bethesda exit. The Cathedral is approximately 6 1/2 miles on your left.
From Virginia and the south (alternative)
Take the Memorial Bridge to the Lincoln Memorial, bearing right onto Rock Creek Parkway. (Note: Rock Creek Parkway is one way south bound during morning rush hour; buses cannot exit on Massachusetts Avenue.) Follow Rock Creek Parkway to Massachusetts Avenue, turning left onto Massachusetts Avenue. Then follow directions “From downtown” as above.
Parking
The underground parking garage will be open on Saturday with a flat rate of $8.00. Additionally there is free street parking in the neighborhood surrounding the Cathedral.
Directions Using Metro
There are no direct Metro (subway) routes to The Cathedral your only option would be to use the bus.
From Tenleytown
Take the Metro Red Line to the Tenleytown/AU station. Exit on the west side of Wisconsin Avenue. Take any 30 series bus (31, 32, 36, or 37) going south on Wisconsin Avenue. Ride approximately 1 1/2 miles until you reach Woodley Avenue; the Cathedral is on your left. (This is a downhill walk, if you prefer to walk.)
From Dupont Circle
Take the N2, N3, N4, or N6 bus until you reach the corner of Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues. Walk north on Wisconsin 1/2 block to the Cathedral.
From Woodley Park
Take a 96, 97, or X3 bus toward McLean Gardens. Get off the bus at the corner of Woodley and Wisconsin Avenues. The Cathedral is on the east side of Wisconsin Avenue.