Organization of American States Headquarters Building
Organization of American States Headquarters Building
Organization of American States Headquarters Building
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9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Lucky_Eddie
Toronto, Canada415 contributions
Apr 2014 • Couples
In case you haven’t heard of it, the OAS is sort of like a UN of the nations of the Americas, i.e., Western Hemisphere. Unlike the UN, they’re rarely in the news and generally avoid controversy. Though they take themselves seriously, it’s really little more than an opportunity for government cronies to shmooze at taxpayer expense. Unless there’s a special event, security and staff are on full-time siesta. In addition to visiting the attractive main building, go around the corner to the Art Museum of the Americas for a look at changing exhibits of modern art from Latin America
Written June 8, 2014
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alexandrina55
St. John's, Antigua389 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
Since my native country is a part of the OAS, and since my hostess is the change de affairs of that country, I was elated not only to visit, but to be accorded the privilege of ,bring parked in my country's parking spot. The location of the building is ideal since it is within walking distance of most of the museums and monuments.
Written August 25, 2017
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QuickWhitTravel
Washington DC, DC3,774 contributions
Jun 2015 • Solo
This building is pretty, but be aware there's no museum or tour to be taken. Feel free to walk around the pond and gardens in the back, though! Not worth it if you're only in DC for a short stay.
Written June 12, 2015
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LolaGo1
Washington DC, DC6,624 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
I always stopped by this attraction whenever I visit the attractions located along 17th Street, the War Memorials and other attractions. Took pictures again of the front areas of this building.
On may way back, I stumbled upon the Sculpture Garden of this building. There was no fence around it, so I could freely walk around and take pictures. I also saw the related small museum where they have some paintings and sculptures on display.
Both are located on the back side of the OAS Headquarter, along Constitution Avenue and 18th Street.
Please see my review of the OAS Museum.
On may way back, I stumbled upon the Sculpture Garden of this building. There was no fence around it, so I could freely walk around and take pictures. I also saw the related small museum where they have some paintings and sculptures on display.
Both are located on the back side of the OAS Headquarter, along Constitution Avenue and 18th Street.
Please see my review of the OAS Museum.
Written August 22, 2018
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pookala
Philadelphia, PA4,364 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
A dignified & stately building at the the corner of 17th Street and Constitution Ave. OAS headquarters has a small but interesting collection of sculptures along the Constitution side and a very regal statue at their 17th Street entrance.
Take a moment to look at these works, located conveniently between the White House and the Lincoln Memorial - you'll probably pass by it on your way from one top ten site to the other so take a moment in between to ponder this charming display of public art.
Take a moment to look at these works, located conveniently between the White House and the Lincoln Memorial - you'll probably pass by it on your way from one top ten site to the other so take a moment in between to ponder this charming display of public art.
Written November 26, 2017
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Prawet J
Washington DC, DC12,779 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
The Organization of America States is a the International Union of independent countries in the Americas and Canada and the Caribbean. It is located at the corner of 17th Street and Constitution Avenue in NW, DC. Travelers who visited the busy path of the White House and the crowded memorials at the National Mall should add this place into the itinerary. The place is 10-15 minute walks from World War II memorial or Vietnam Memorial. Come and visit the beautiful building and wonderful landscaping around the building. A small museum is located behind the building (closed on Monday). Great place to relax and enjoy.
Written May 30, 2017
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Scott
San Francisco, CA6,658 contributions
Jun 2016 • Solo
This building is one of the more dimly lighted but it provides a good night time photo. Its also good at night because they're no cars parked in front of it, you get obstructed view.
Written June 24, 2016
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Jack F
Santa Clara, CA508 contributions
Mar 2016
This building if worth to visit if you have some spare time. It's very close to the White House, and it hosts the OAS (kind of the UN for the Americas.)
Surprisingly they let you in. It's a beautiful building, both inside and outside. It has an indoors Aztec garden with Mexican style, and you can even enter to the permanent congress room.
I didn't visit it, but I know there's a 2 block tunnel that leads to the OAS Administrative building.
Surprisingly they let you in. It's a beautiful building, both inside and outside. It has an indoors Aztec garden with Mexican style, and you can even enter to the permanent congress room.
I didn't visit it, but I know there's a 2 block tunnel that leads to the OAS Administrative building.
Written March 17, 2016
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LolaGo1
Washington DC, DC6,624 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
I passed this beautiful building with the statue of Queen Isabella as I walked from the Farragut Square and White House to the Mall. It is located near the Corcoran Gallery and Daughters of the American Revolution Headquarters (at the same side of 17th Street).
The Statue and the front facades of the building look interesting. I might go back on a weekday to visit and see what is inside this beautiful building. Note that it is closed on weekends.
Please refer to the attached pictures.
The Statue and the front facades of the building look interesting. I might go back on a weekday to visit and see what is inside this beautiful building. Note that it is closed on weekends.
Please refer to the attached pictures.
Written August 26, 2015
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HelenaGuerra
Washington DC, DC13,779 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Queen isabella the catholic is just in front of this stunning building that has the flags of all american states (not talking about US states, but actual countries) represented. The patio is wonderful, and provides some shade and you can see some rare tropical plants.
Written July 25, 2015
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