John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington D.C.

Name: John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Address: Washington D.C., United States
Telephone: +1 800-444-1324

#85 among attractions in Washington D.C.

Memorial, Theater, Concerts and shows

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

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John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington D.C.

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Facts and practical information

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is the United States National Cultural Center, located on the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. It was named in 1964 as a memorial to assassinated President John F. Kennedy. Opened on September 8, 1971, the center hosts many different genres of performance art, such as theater, dance, orchestras, jazz, pop, and folk music. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 8 September 1971 (52 years ago)Coordinates: 38°53'43"N, 77°3'17"W

Address

Northwest Washington (Washington Mall)Washington D.C. United States

Contact

+1 800-444-1324

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Day trips

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The Three Soldiers, Diplomatic Reception Rooms, Albert Einstein Memorial.

0.5 miSE
Somber monument to U.S. service members
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Monuments and statues
The Three Soldiers, Washington D.C.
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~1940 ftE
Museum
Diplomatic Reception Rooms, Washington D.C.
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0.4 miSE
Bronze statue of a celebrated scientist
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Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
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~1850 ftNW
Area
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Dancing, Nightlife
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~1550 ftSW
Bridge
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0.5 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lisner Auditorium, Washington D.C.
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0.4 miE
Non-profit
National Academy of Sciences Building, Washington D.C.
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0.5 miSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of Abraham Lincoln, Washington D.C.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts open?

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
Sunday 10 am - 1 pm

Which popular attractions are close to John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts?

Nearby attractions include Bryant Memorial, Washington D.C. (4 min walk), Old Naval Observatory, Washington D.C. (5 min walk), Theodore Roosevelt Bridge, Washington D.C. (8 min walk), American Institute of Pharmacy Building, Washington D.C. (9 min walk).

How to get to John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts by public transport?

The nearest stations to John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts:

Metro

Foggy Bottom–GWU • Lines: Bl, Or, Sv (12 min walk)
Arlington Cemetery • Lines: Bl (22 min walk)

Bus

21st St & F St Northwest (12 min walk)
19th St & F St Northwest (16 min walk)