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National Press Club Where News, Business and Social Events become part of history. Visit www.press.org/host to host your next event at The National Press Club!

The National Press Club is a professional membership organization for news, media and communications professionals, as well as a world-class live events, meeting and multimedia production facility that hosts thousands of events each year for sophisticated clients from around the globe. The National Press Club is known as “The Place Where News Happens." Global leaders in government, politics, busin

ess, music, film and sport visit the club every day. They speak here at public and private events because the press is here. Our Club has more than 3,500 members, including journalists from every major news organization. Journalists work at the Club every day. Some also have their offices in the Press Building or close by at Treasury, the White House or on the Hill. That's why there is no better place on earth to have a news event than the National Press Club. Each year, the Club hosts more than 250,000 visitors at more than 2,000 events that are beamed to global audiences in print, on the air and online. Our journalist members have worked side–by-side with the NPC staff to create an ideal facility for news coverage – from a full service broadcast operation, to fiber and wireless connectivity, to professional audio-visual services. When our members want to take a break from work, they can be found relaxing in a beautiful, comfortable and historic setting which offers great food, drink and entertainment. That's in addition to the engaging and rewarding programs and classes. The Club is more than just the social and professional hub of journalistic life in D.C. - it is where news breaks and flows out to the world. It is where history can be seen in the making. And it is where today’s journalists train to become the next generation of storytellers, with writers and editors using cutting-edge platforms and techniques still being fully imagined. These women and men are determined to fulfill their role – providing vital news and information while improving their professional abilities and craft. A free press is key to the foundation of democracy - the stakes couldn't be higher. The National Press Club is a place bursting with excitement, history, technology and good humor. It is truly a national treasure. Our Business
The National Press Club is one of the nation’s leading conference centers and event facilities. It provides state-of-the-art service for clients who require the best in meeting environments. Our professional staff is expert at coordinating banquets and receptions, as well as news conferences, meetings, symposiums, webcasts and satellite media tours. From our AV team to our broadcast team to our online staff to our still photographers, we are ready to help you present your message to the audience in the room, across the country and around the world. We practice and refine our technology and techniques every day for events large and small, and provide high-tech messaging solutions in an effective and professional manner. Our conference rooms combine beauty and function. Our banquet food and services enjoy a wonderful reputation. And our location – in the heart of Washington, DC - is both convenient and attractive. Our Mission
The revenues generated from our event business and from member’s dues and fees are used to support the Club’s ongoing efforts to enhance the profession of journalism. This is done primarily through the efforts of our 501 C-3, The Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library at the National Press Club. The Library provides classes, training, panel discussions and other professional development activities to active journalists in transition, as well as to young journalists and journalism students. You can support our activities by becoming a member of the Club; by hosting your next event, reception or news conference at our facilities; or by supporting the Library through a grant or donation. Your participation in these activities will help us continue to be The World’s Leading Professional Organization For Journalists. We encourage you to join us today – either online or by visiting the Club for a tour. Call us to make arrangements. You will be doing your part to support professional journalism – the cornerstone of a free society.

The dog days of summer are the perfect time to capture your messages, file stories, and knock out a podcast series. Loca...
07/24/2025

The dog days of summer are the perfect time to capture your messages, file stories, and knock out a podcast series.

Located on the fourth floor of the National Press Building, our Broadcast Operations Center (BOC) is a full-service 9,700+ square foot facility featuring two studios with fully equipped control rooms, two media management post-production suites and full connectivity/transmission services.

The BOC offers a wide variety of professional media services including audio and video recordings, hybrid solutions, streaming, podcast recordings, and studio shells (where you can record/photograph with your own equipment) for an even better deal.

Whatever your production and budget demands, the real value is the BOC’s skilled professional staff who will guide you through your production, big or small, from planning to post-production.

You can get more info and check out their portfolio on the National Press Club site, or contact them today at the link below to discuss how the BOC can help deliver your message.

Our Resources, your news. Delivered to the world. The National Press Club's multimedia production studios help you tell your story to the world! Located in the National Press Building, just two blocks from The White House, our state-of-the-art production facilities can help you connect live with aud...

07/22/2025

🎄 Christmas in July? You bet! ❄️

The real magic happens when you plan ahead. Whether you're dreaming of ugly sweaters, cozy cocktails, or a sparkly soirée — now’s the perfect time to start planning your holiday party.

Book the venue, lock in the date, and make this year’s Christmas celebration the best one yet! Contact our events team at [email protected] to get started.

The National Press Club in downtown D.C. is the perfect venue to celebrate your wedding and ensure your big day will go ...
07/16/2025

The National Press Club in downtown D.C. is the perfect venue to celebrate your wedding and ensure your big day will go down in history! It's not just the place where news happens, it's where memories are made. Overlooking the White House at the top of the National Press Building, the Club has it all - a legendary atmosphere, terrific food, and excellent service. Contact our events department at https://www.press.org/weddings to get the planning started! (📸Lily & Lime)

Get your tickets for the Journalism Awards Dinner on August 27!Each year the Club honors the professional journalists wh...
07/15/2025

Get your tickets for the Journalism Awards Dinner on August 27!

Each year the Club honors the professional journalists who have produced outstanding work through the National Press Club Journalism Awards. This year’s honorees offered deeper insight into some of the most widely covered events of the year, brought critical self-reflection to the forefront, and demonstrated how investigative journalism continues to be a powerful force for change.

At the 52nd Annual National Press Club Journalism Awards Dinner on August 27, the Club will be honoring news outlets from across the country, ranging from small newsrooms to major international organizations. Buy your ticket for the dinner today to join us in celebrating the best in journalism.

To support our awards program and show your commitment to elevating journalism, become a sponsor! Reach out to [email protected] to secure your sponsorship package. Details below⬇️

Gold Sponsorship - $3,000
-Advertisement on large screen during dinner service
-Two tables of 8 seats (16 tickets total)
-Verbal acknowledgment during program
-Logo on the National Press Club event website page

Silver Sponsorship - $1,000
-One table of 8 seats
-Verbal acknowledgment during program
-Logo on the National Press Club event website page

Let's celebrate!

Award-winning reporters Josh Dawsey of The Wall Street Journal, Tyler Pager of The New York Times, and Isaac Arnsdorf of...
07/14/2025

Award-winning reporters Josh Dawsey of The Wall Street Journal,
Tyler Pager of The New York Times, and Isaac Arnsdorf of The Washington Post will discuss their new novel, “2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America,” an insiders’ look at the 2024 presidential campaign, at a Headliners Book event on July 22 at 6 p.m.

With extraordinary access to the Trump administration and the Biden and Harris teams, Dawsey, Pager, and Arnsdorf take readers beyond the public events to the innermost workings of the Republican and Democratic presidential campaigns.

Register for tickets at the link below:

Award-winning reporters Josh Dawsey of The Wall Street Journal, Tyler Pager of The New York Times, and Isaac Arnsdorf of The Washington Post will discuss “2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America,” an insiders’ look at the 2024 presidential campaign, at a Headliner...

Congratulations to the journalists at Bloomberg, Los Angeles Times, TIME, The 19th, The Post and Courier, NPR, Spotlight...
07/09/2025

Congratulations to the journalists at Bloomberg, Los Angeles Times, TIME, The 19th, The Post and Courier, NPR, Spotlight of America, The Wall Street Journal, Reuters, NBC News, The Associated Press, ABC News, and Floodlight news for winning one of our National Press Club Journalism Awards. We cannot wait to welcome them to the Club to celebrate on August 27!

Bestselling author and award-winning journalist Michael Grunwald will discuss his new book 'We Are Eating the Earth,' at...
07/08/2025

Bestselling author and award-winning journalist Michael Grunwald will discuss his new book 'We Are Eating the Earth,' at a Headliners Book Event on Thursday, July 10 at 6 p.m.

'We Are Eating the Earth' explores how the global food system is accelerating climate change. It has cleared land the size of Asia and Europe combined and generates a third of all carbon emissions. Grunwald follows food and land expert Tim Searchinger, whose fight against flawed science and powerful agricultural interests reveals how some climate solutions may be doing more harm than good. He also spotlights real innovations that could help feed the world while protecting the planet, grounded in a new ethic that values every acre.

Register at the link below!

Bestselling author and award-winning journalist Michael Grunwald will discuss his new book We Are Eating the Earth.

Looking for something to do this weekend to get out of the heat? Stop by the Club for a new social event, the Press Refr...
07/07/2025

Looking for something to do this weekend to get out of the heat? Stop by the Club for a new social event, the Press Refresh Clothing Swap. This free clothing swap is a community event that's all about sustainability, style, and connection — bringing people together to give new life to gently worn clothes.

Register at the link below ⬇️

Get ready to Press Refresh on your wardrobe - bring your gently used clothes and swap them for some new-to-you pieces!

There’s still time to get tickets for tomorrow’s event on the Espionage Act!Join attorneys Abbe Lowell and Mark Zaid on ...
06/30/2025

There’s still time to get tickets for tomorrow’s event on the Espionage Act!

Join attorneys Abbe Lowell and Mark Zaid on July 1 at 6 p.m. for a Headliners Cocktails & Conversation event about the Act’s use in prosecuting whistleblowers and its recent spotlight in the SignalGate story.

Tickets are free for NPC members and $10 for general admission.⬇️

Lawyers Abbe Lowell and Mark Zaid will discuss the Espionage Act at a National Press Club Headliners Cocktails & Conversation

06/26/2025

Some highlights from last night 🐝✨

Big congratulations to Representative Don Beyer for taking home the 2025 Press & Politicians Spelling Bee champion troph...
06/26/2025

Big congratulations to Representative Don Beyer for taking home the 2025 Press & Politicians Spelling Bee champion trophy! A huge thank you to all the amazing spellers who participated—you made this year’s event truly special. We can’t wait to see what next year’s competition brings!

Couldn't make it to the Club tonight for our annual Press & Politicians Spelling Bee? Tune in to our livestream now to w...
06/25/2025

Couldn't make it to the Club tonight for our annual Press & Politicians Spelling Bee? Tune in to our livestream now to watch the competition unfold!

Relationships between politicians and the media who cover them have become increasingly intense, but on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in the National Press Club’s...

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Professional Club, Live Event Venue & Media Production Facility

The National Press Club is a global membership organization for professionals who work in the journalism, media and communications industries, as well as a world-class meeting/conference center and multimedia production facility in downtown Washington, DC that hosts thousands of events each year for clients from around the world.

Where News Happens The National Press Club is known as “The Place Where News Happens." Global leaders in government, politics, business, music, film and sport visit the club every day. Each year, the Club hosts more than 250,000 visitors at more than 2,000 events that are beamed to global audiences in print, on the air and online.

Our Business The National Press Club is one of the nation’s leading conference centers and event facilities. It provides state-of-the-art service for clients who require the best in meeting environments. Our professional staff is expert at coordinating banquets and receptions, as well as news conferences, meetings, symposiums, webcasts and satellite media tours. From our AV team to our broadcast team to our online staff to our still photographers, we are ready to help you present your message to the audience in the room, across the country and around the world. We practice and refine our technology and techniques every day for events large and small, and provide high-tech messaging solutions in an effective and professional manner. Our conference rooms combine beauty and function. Our banquet food and services enjoy a wonderful reputation. And our location – in the heart of Washington, DC - is both convenient and attractive. Our Mission The revenues generated from our event business and from member’s dues and fees are used to support the Club’s ongoing efforts to enhance the profession of journalism. This is done primarily through the efforts of our 501 C-3, The Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library at the National Press Club. The Library provides classes, training, panel discussions and other professional development activities to active journalists in transition, as well as to young journalists and journalism students. You can support our activities by becoming a member of the Club; by hosting your next event, reception or news conference at our facilities; or by supporting the Library through a grant or donation. Your participation in these activities will help us continue to be The World’s Leading Professional Organization For Journalists. We encourage you to join us today – either online or by visiting the Club for a tour. Call us to make arrangements. You will be doing your part to support professional journalism – the cornerstone of a free society.