Event Planning

Your Ultimate Guide to Hosting a National Arboretum DC Picnic

One of the questions we get asked a lot by D.C. picnic clients is, “Can I have a company or association picnic at the National Arboretum?” Our response? Absolutely! In fact, it’s even been voted one of the prettiest places to picnic in D.C. by The Washington Post and is one of our clients’ favorite

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1615 @ Dupont Circle, D.C.’s Sleekest Meeting Space

There is certainly no shortage of venues for business meetings in Washington, D.C. From waterfront properties to national landmarks and spacious courtyards, deciding on that perfect space to boost team morale or stir up important conversations can be overwhelming. If you’re looking to venture outside the usual hotel meeting space and really shake up the

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National Arboretum Host Scripps Spelling Bee Welcome BEEQQ

National Arboretum: Perfect Location for Corporate Events and Picnics. The US National Arboretum was thrilled to host The Scripps National Spelling Bee Kick-off Family BBQ  over Memorial Day weekend with a custom-designed Great Arboretum Adventure throughout the its grounds; the perfect DC outdoor venue. All 1500 Spelling Bee contestants and their families experienced all the beauty,

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1615 @ Dupont Ribbon Cutting!

BRAND-NEW CONFERENCE SPACE IN WASHINGTON DC MTG began working with the District of Columbia Association of Realtors (DCAR) and Greater Capitol Area Association of Realtors (GCAAR) months before the completion of construction on their new DC conference space. It had long been DCAR and GCAAR’s dream to have a DC headquarters in addition to their

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Columns and Cocktails at the National Arboretum

McNeese Thomas Group was honored to be the first event company permitted to produce a private dinner at the National Arboretum in Washington, DC.  On a spectacular spring evening, we took advantage of the Arboretum’s awe-inspiring beauty to create a dinner that our guests will long remember.  Working in concert with the fantastic caterers at Occasions, we planned

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