Hill Center At The Old Naval Hospital

The Hill Center is a great gathering place for Capitol Hill community events. They offer an array of events from cooking classes, to tastings, to live music and even have art exhibits on premise. A few months ago, Bayou Bakery opened on the premises and it upped their cool factor. Even if you don’t swing by, make sure you snap a photo or two as you walk by. It’s beautiful at night!

3.5 stars. We pass this all the time on the way to and from Eastern Market and always wondered what it is? The grounds are gorgeous. With the combo of a beautiful Sunday and recent opening of the Bayou Bakery we thought it would be a great opportunity to stop on by. But first we were thoroughly confused about what this place is??? We checked online and it didn’t seem obviously that we could drop in any time and check it out. After seeing «open for the public» we walked through the entrance and luckily, the sweetest front desk personnel told us the whole place is open, there are gallery exhibits on every floor and just explore. Being sunday, there was a church service on the second floor and some type of event on the 3^rd. however the place is FILLED with rooms and hallways that are deserted minus some amazing art work. Each artwork area included a plaque on DC history and prominent figures – which made the whole experience educational and fun. I suggest stopping by here for a small dose of history and a little break from the Eastern Market bustle.

We just got married here and I cannot thank the staff at the Hill Center (especially Macky) enough. They really pulled through and made sure that our day was perfect.
We had the entire 2^nd floor of the venue for our wedding which was a perfect location for our ceremony. Then the staff helped to flip the room for our cocktail hour and dinner– and even stayed around until the end to make sure that things were moved out and safely put away. We took photos outside and people enjoyed the beautiful gardens during our cocktail hour.
We stored everything in a room for pickup the day before and after our wedding. This was a godsend because I can’t imagine loading in and out on the same day as other venues do. The staff here goes above and beyond to make sure that everything is great for the event and I cannot recommend them highly enough!

Had an awesome experience renting a room for my son’s Birthday Party. Very helpful through every step from reserving to day of event. Highly recommend the Hill Center

I came across a super cool event that was set to be held here, and was really excited! And then this happened:
«*Waiver: In consideration of my (and/​or my childs) participation in this activity, I hereby release and discharge the Organization, and its representatives, successors, and assigns, from any and all liability arising from accident, injury, and illness that I (he/​she) may suffer as a result of my (our) participation in this activity. I (we) also will follow the rules and regulations set by the Organization and above named parties. Parent or guardian must sign for anyone age 18 and under. I do hereby grant and give these groups the right to use my or my child (s) photograph or image with or without my or my child’s name, both singly and in conjunction with other persons or objects and presentations, advertising, publicity, and promotion relating thereto.»
Do. Not. Consent.
I’m not going to unanimously, ubiquitously give up my rights in any & all circumstances without a case by case review. Are you kidding me?!?

3.50 stars. This full-​fledged activity center houses events at a variety of cost points covering a significant spread of interests. For example, this past week, I attended a complimentary free tasting sponsored by Maker’s Mark (which unfortunately centered around a droll spokesman boring us to tears with useless meanderings about ph levels and precious little bourbon) and a Cambodian cooking class featuring the head chef from Toki Underground which doubled as a preview of his new restaurant (and from all indications, no one will be disappointed with the results — the event was absolutely fantastic).
For people who are interested in far more than food and drink (and despite my presence on this website, I’d like to include myself within that demographic), they have an assortment of activities including yoga classes, lectures from prominent community members, conversation classes (I guess I can brush up on my non-​existent Portugese), and concerts.
While I’m not necessarily enamored with the facility itself, the staff is friendly enough and the events are sometimes incredibly entertaining. As a result, I’ll probably find myself here with a bit more frequency.

The remodel of this old Civil War era hospital is totally awesome and a great addition to the Capitol Hill nieghborhood. At night, they have landscaping lighing on and really makes it shine. Perfect place for a reception, fundraiser, or cooking class.

This place is lovely! I live less than a mile away and had never been to it or heard about it, until my boyfriend and I took a sushi class from iWish, at this location.
We got there early, and the flowers were really beginning to bloom, so we walked around outside and enjoyed the wisteria and perfectly cut grass instead of looking at the artwork inside, but we also took a look at the model of the Hein project inside.
The demonstration kitchen was great — easy to see things and move around and get things done. Bright for being in a «basement» (there were some windows!).
The staff was incredibly friendly and hospitable — they seem to really take ownership of the place. This venue is beautiful, and has so much potential! I hope I get to visit it for other purposes soon.

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital is an excelllent new venue for classes, events and activities on Capitol Hill. This facility is beautiful! It is convenient to all forms of public transportation, and walking distance to all tourist attractions in the area. There is rental space available including beautifully equipped kitchens. A very brief list of programs and activities includes Art Galleries; Performances for children and teens, and Family activities; Classes in Computers and Technology for adults; Lectures, demonstrations and classes on Cooking, Food and Gardening; groups to meet with for your Hobbies, Crafts, and Games. you can take classes in Languages and Humanities. You can go to Lectures and Conversations about politics and other topics; and they have Mindful Motion and Health classes and activities such as Modern Dance and Yoga. Hosting a small conference? Getting married? If you are looking for a place to hold a small event (i.e., reception under 200 guests), check it out.
The website is extensive and very user-​friendly. You will find there, more than enough information to answer your questions.
I recommend that you take a tour of the facility very soon. You can rent a classroom or hall for your event, you can host your event there. Street parking is the only thing available currently, but hopefull that will improve very soon.