Walter E. Washington Convention Center

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is located in the heart of the nation’s capital, steps from historic museums, great restaurants and wonderful attractions.

Washington, DC’s first convention center was erected in 1874, just two blocks from the site of the modern day Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Located in the heart of Washington, the facility is ushering in unparalleled residential and commercial development. The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is the primary catalyst for the renaissance of nearby historic communities and a new, vibrant, living downtown district.