Diplomatic Reception Rooms, U.S. Department of State – Web Property of the U.S. Department of State
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Diplomatic Reception Rooms, U.S. Department of State – Web Property of the U.S. Department of State
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The Art of
Welcoming
the World
For more than half a century, the art of diplomacy has thrived in the Diplomatic Reception Rooms against a magnificent backdrop of art and architecture that illustrates the best of America through its history, its artistic accomplishments, and the inspiring values on which our nation was founded.
About Us
Watch the Video
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Views of America
A new museum publication — available now
Shop
The Rooms
Step Inside
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms have served as the gracious setting for many of our country’s most significant diplomatic achievements. Characterized by their rare beauty, classical balance, and quiet dignity, these State Rooms convey a vivid sense of the American spirit.
The Entrance Hall
The Thomas Jefferson State Reception Room
The Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room
The John Quincy Adams State Drawing Room
The Dolley Madison Powder Room
The Edward Vason Jones Memorial Hall
The Gallery
The Henry Clay State Dining Room
The James Madison State Dining Room
The James Monroe State Reception Room
The Martha Washington Ladies Lounge
The Passageway
The Secretaries of State Terrace
The Entrance Hall
Visit the Room
The Thomas Jefferson State Reception Room
Visit the Room
The Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room
Visit the Room
The John Quincy Adams State Drawing Room
Visit the Room
The Dolley Madison Powder Room
Visit the Room
The Edward Vason Jones Memorial Hall
Visit the Room
The Gallery
Visit the Room
The Henry Clay State Dining Room
Visit the Room
The James Madison State Dining Room
Visit the Room
The James Monroe State Reception Room
Visit the Room
The Martha Washington Ladies Lounge
Visit the Room
The Passageway
Visit the Room
The Secretaries of State Terrace
Visit the Room
Collection
The Art of Diplomacy
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms are home to an unparalleled collection of fine and decorative art from the time of our country’s founding and formative years — all gifts of American citizens to our nation. These objects come together to form a reflection of our cultural heritage that is proudly shared by the American people as their ambassador to the world.
Explore The Collection
Available Now
Views of America
A book to honor the 250th anniversary of America, uncovering the history of the United States through works of art dating from America’s revolutionary period, from the collection of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms at the US Department of State.
Order Today
Articles
Museum Perspectives
In
Museum Perspectives
, The Office of Fine Arts shares their work, initiatives, research, and discoveries as custodians of one of the great American collections.
Recent Articles
History
|
Featured
Making Our Mark: Establishing a New Logo for the Diplomatic Reception Rooms
Bri Brophy
and
| November 05, 2021
The Office of Fine Arts is pleased to introduce the new logo of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms – a richly storied symbol sourced from the heart of the State Rooms that captures their history, beauty, mission, and meaning.
Collection
Materials Spotlight: Porcelain
The Office of Fine Arts
and
| June 2, 2023
Rooms
Painting With Light: Gilding the Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room
William Adair
and
| June 2, 2023
Collection
Materials Spotlight: Silver & Other Metals
The Office of Fine Arts
and
| June 2, 2023
Read More
DRR collection
Patriotic Porcelain
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms are home to one of the finest collections of porcelain objects produced for the American market. Made in China, France, England, and America, these objects reflect the fervent patriotism of the new nation, and commemorate its founders, milestones, and achievements.
View Collection
Chinese Export Porcelain Sauce Tureen and Cover
Unknown
ca. 1790-1810
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Trembleuse Saucer from Martha Washington's States Service
van Braam Houckgeest, Andreas Everardus
ca. 1795
ceramic; porcelain with polychrome enamels
Ten Chinese Export Porcelain Orange Fitzhugh Eagle-Decorated Dinner Wares
Unknown
ca. 1815
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Berry Dish
Unknown
ca. 1785
ceramic; porcelain with polychrome enamels and underglaze blue
Chinese Export Porcelain Hexafoil Teapot Stand Bearing Arms of New York State
Unknown
ca. 1790
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Coffee Cup Bearing Arms of New York State
Unknown
ca. 1790
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Famille-Rose Christening Bowl Made for the British Market
Unknown
ca. 1760
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Side Plate Commemorating Rev. George Forbes
Unknown
ca. 1800-1810
ceramic; porcelain
One from a Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Berry Dishes from James M. Watson's Service
Unknown
ca. 1800
ceramic; porcelain
Skip to content
The Art of
Welcoming
the World
For more than half a century, the art of diplomacy has thrived in the Diplomatic Reception Rooms against a magnificent backdrop of art and architecture that illustrates the best of America through its history, its artistic accomplishments, and the inspiring values on which our nation was founded.
About Us
Watch the Video
Close
Views of America
A new museum publication — available now
Shop
The Rooms
Step Inside
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms have served as the gracious setting for many of our country’s most significant diplomatic achievements. Characterized by their rare beauty, classical balance, and quiet dignity, these State Rooms convey a vivid sense of the American spirit.
The Entrance Hall
The Thomas Jefferson State Reception Room
The Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room
The John Quincy Adams State Drawing Room
The Dolley Madison Powder Room
The Edward Vason Jones Memorial Hall
The Gallery
The Henry Clay State Dining Room
The James Madison State Dining Room
The James Monroe State Reception Room
The Martha Washington Ladies Lounge
The Passageway
The Secretaries of State Terrace
The Entrance Hall
Visit the Room
The Thomas Jefferson State Reception Room
Visit the Room
The Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room
Visit the Room
The John Quincy Adams State Drawing Room
Visit the Room
The Dolley Madison Powder Room
Visit the Room
The Edward Vason Jones Memorial Hall
Visit the Room
The Gallery
Visit the Room
The Henry Clay State Dining Room
Visit the Room
The James Madison State Dining Room
Visit the Room
The James Monroe State Reception Room
Visit the Room
The Martha Washington Ladies Lounge
Visit the Room
The Passageway
Visit the Room
The Secretaries of State Terrace
Visit the Room
Collection
The Art of Diplomacy
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms are home to an unparalleled collection of fine and decorative art from the time of our country’s founding and formative years — all gifts of American citizens to our nation. These objects come together to form a reflection of our cultural heritage that is proudly shared by the American people as their ambassador to the world.
Explore The Collection
Available Now
Views of America
A book to honor the 250th anniversary of America, uncovering the history of the United States through works of art dating from America’s revolutionary period, from the collection of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms at the US Department of State.
Order Today
Articles
Museum Perspectives
In
Museum Perspectives
, The Office of Fine Arts shares their work, initiatives, research, and discoveries as custodians of one of the great American collections.
Recent Articles
History
|
Featured
Making Our Mark: Establishing a New Logo for the Diplomatic Reception Rooms
Bri Brophy
and
| November 05, 2021
The Office of Fine Arts is pleased to introduce the new logo of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms – a richly storied symbol sourced from the heart of the State Rooms that captures their history, beauty, mission, and meaning.
Collection
Materials Spotlight: Porcelain
The Office of Fine Arts
and
| June 2, 2023
Rooms
Painting With Light: Gilding the Benjamin Franklin State Dining Room
William Adair
and
| June 2, 2023
Collection
Materials Spotlight: Silver & Other Metals
The Office of Fine Arts
and
| June 2, 2023
Read More
DRR collection
Patriotic Porcelain
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms are home to one of the finest collections of porcelain objects produced for the American market. Made in China, France, England, and America, these objects reflect the fervent patriotism of the new nation, and commemorate its founders, milestones, and achievements.
View Collection
Chinese Export Porcelain Sauce Tureen and Cover
Unknown
ca. 1790-1810
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Trembleuse Saucer from Martha Washington's States Service
van Braam Houckgeest, Andreas Everardus
ca. 1795
ceramic; porcelain with polychrome enamels
Ten Chinese Export Porcelain Orange Fitzhugh Eagle-Decorated Dinner Wares
Unknown
ca. 1815
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Armorial Berry Dish
Unknown
ca. 1785
ceramic; porcelain with polychrome enamels and underglaze blue
Chinese Export Porcelain Hexafoil Teapot Stand Bearing Arms of New York State
Unknown
ca. 1790
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Coffee Cup Bearing Arms of New York State
Unknown
ca. 1790
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Famille-Rose Christening Bowl Made for the British Market
Unknown
ca. 1760
ceramic; porcelain
Chinese Export Porcelain Side Plate Commemorating Rev. George Forbes
Unknown
ca. 1800-1810
ceramic; porcelain
One from a Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Berry Dishes from James M. Watson's Service
Unknown
ca. 1800
ceramic; porcelain