Mary McLeod Bethune achieved her greatest recognition at the Washington, DC townhouse that is now this National Historic Site. The Council House was the first headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) and was Bethune’s last home in Washington, DC. From here, Bethune and the NCNW spearheaded strategies and developed programs that advanced the interests of African American women.
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site
Bethune Council House in Spring time full bloom!
Boardroom Conference Table
Visitors can view original Boardroom Conference Table where Mary McLeod Bethune and NCNW members met and planned programs that affected African American women, their families, and communities.
Parlor
The Parlor was served as the setting where Mary McLeod Bethune and NCNW members entertained guests and foreign dignitaries, and also where seminars and other important meetings were held.
President's Office
This room served as the NCNW President's Office where meetings were held and business was conducted.
Past meets present
Walk the same rooms as Mrs. Bethune and the NCNW.
