Embassy Row

Embassy Row is the name given to an area of streets in Washington, DC. This area is where many embassies and other diplomatic installations are located. Embassy Row in Washington runs along Massachusetts Ave, with Thomas Circle and Ward Circle crossing the Ave, the embassies are located between Scott Circle and Wisconsin Ave.

The row was considered as the premier residential address in the late 19th century, there were many mansions located along Massachusetts Ave which house political and social members of the community. The area between Scott Circle and Sheridan Circle was nicknamed Millionaires Row.

The great Depression in the 1920s resulted in many people selling their homes and the Row losing its appeal. The re-characterization of the Row was thanks to the popularity that the USA gained after World War II as national competed to represent their national significance and the old estate used for embassies.

Some of the nations represented on Embassy Row include Australia, Brazil, Central African Republic, Denmark, Italy, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Other embassies are located on International drive, New Hampshire and near the Watergate Complex.

Many tour companies conduct tours of Embassy Row, where visitors will learn about the history of the area, such as the families who lived in the area, how the Great Depression impacted on the area, and which embassies, clubs and institutions are now buying the mansions.