Fathom Gallery

I am extremely disappointed that I chose this venue for our wedding ceremony and reception. We had planned our wedding from California, so we booked the venue site unseen based off of reviews. Because of this, I feel obligated to write a review based on our experience. Our contract stated «The Gallery’ Special Events Manager will be accessible throughout your event. The Manager will ensure that the venue and surrounding site are ready for your event, and will meet with you prior to the beginning of your event. The Manager will be accessible to you at anytime during your event, and a contact number will be given to you to reach the manager if they are away from the venue. The Manager will meet with you again to coordinate the ending of your event.» Unfortunately, the special events manager had a medical emergency, which meant NO ONE would be available for our event the entire day. This led to several issues. First of all, our photographer was unable to meet my husband and his groomsmen at the allocated place next to venue for pictures prior to the ceremony due to no one being able to answer his questions about the venue while trying to set up. Secondly, the alcohol that we had dropped off at the venue for our caterer to serve at our wedding was stolen from Fathom Gallery by the event from the night before. We were not informed that our alcohol had been stolen until less than half an hour before our wedding ceremony, so my husband’s groomsmen were busy buying booze with my husband’s credit card at the nearest liquor store minutes before our ceremony. Fathom eventually refunded us for the alcohol 5 weeks later. Fathom never took responsibility for the events that followed due to the absence of the special events manager. As far as the rest of the night goes– my guests had no idea where to put their bags so personal belongings were thrown all over the place, we were unable to figure out how to dim the lights, we couldn’t find whiteboard markers for the cabinets which they had advertised, and no one checked in with us or was available for questions. The only apology I received from anyone came two days after the wedding in the form of an email from the event manager which stated «I was very sorry to hear about the alcohol confusion, but from what I understand together we were able to get replacements prior the the bar being open, and the event went well after that point». When we asked for an explanation as to how our alcohol was stolen from the previous night’s event, the only explanation we received was that something like that had never happened before. I was very unhappy with how the owner, Bill, treated us after the event when I spoke to him on the phone. If I could do it all over again, I would not choose Fathom Gallery. Their lack of responsibility in regards to not upholding their end of the contract was not only frustrating, but also really disappointing. Brides beware, this is not a venue that will be considerate or respectful to you as a bride in the event that something goes awry.

Like everyone else this is a review for the fabulous event space on the second floor. I had my 60 person wedding here last Saturday and everyone had a wonderful time. There is an expansive roofdeck in addition to a nice indoor space, and some quirky touches like a «ghost mirror» that shows photos when you look in the bathroom mirror. The space is really perfect for parties of 50 – 90 people, and working with Emily was a pleasure — she went above and beyond in showing us the space multiple times and making sure we were all set up for the wedding.
We paid $ 5,000 for the evening, for an event running from 5 – 11, with 2 hours for set up and an hour of cleanup. Having looked at a number of other venues in DC, this was our favorite due to it’s great location in the city and fun feel. It also included indoor and outdoor speakers that connect to an ipod for playing music (just keep in mind that they aren’t heavy duty speakers, so you should think about bringing speakers with bass if you plan to set up a dance floor).
I would have loved to give more stars, but the air conditioning was on the fritz during our event, so the inside temperature hovered around 78 degrees. There was a heat wave going on, and Emily did bring up fans to help, but this is an event space so I would expect their air conditioning to be top notch.

Like those who have come before me, this is a review of the event space rather than the company.
Came here a few weeks for a photography exhibition, and I couldn’t have been more impressed with the display of the photos and the ambiance of the event.
The upstairs gallery is perfect for a small-​scale screening or showing. The lighting is bright and flattering, the bar is accessible and practical, and the rooftop is just divine. It’s nearly twice as large as the inside space, so if you’re planning to hold an event here, be prepared for your guests to spend the majority of their time oowing and awing at the outside surrounds.
Would highly recommend this space to anyone and looking forward to attending my next rooftop soirée here.

What a fantastically beautiful location for a special event. Bright, modern, spacious, and the upstairs kitchen space is just enviable (would love a replication in my own home). The rooftop space is beautiful and intimate. They have really taken time and thought into their design of the space. Easy to find a few blocks from McPherson Square in the heart of DC.

This isn’t a review of Fathom the company, which I’m sure is great, but of their upstairs gallery, which they rent out as an event space.
I highly recommend it for your 50 – 100 person event. The aesthetics are fabulous – a symphony in minimalism (uh…so I guess a Philip Glass symphony). There’s a big kitchen as well as lots of great on-​site extras: 36 ghost chairs; tables; banquet chairs; a big projector; wifi. And don’t forget that ChurchKey is right next door, so you can roll your guests 10 feet for a 555-​beer after party.
Ooh, and I haven’t even mentioned the toilets. They’re nice. You’ll have to see for yourself.