Please join the Washington Conservation Guild in-person for a tour in the 2024/2025 Season.
Private Tour of Washington National Cathedral
with Head Stonemason Joe Alonso
Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00 pm
3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington DC 20016
Tour cost has been subsidized by WCG, with a special rate of $15 for WCG members. Since space is limited, WCG members must RSVP and submit payment for the tour by noon April 9th to secure a spot using our Google form:
Our guide has been an integral part of the Cathedral’s story since 1985. He played a key role in constructing the West Towers, culminating in the placement of the final finial atop the Southwest Tower on September 29, 1990—an event shared with President George H.W. Bush, exactly 83 years after President Theodore Roosevelt laid the Foundation Stone.
Over the decades, his expertise has been essential in the restoration and preservation of the Cathedral, including stone replacement, conservation, stained glass restoration, roofing, and stone carving. Since the 2011 earthquake, he has overseen the extensive repair work necessary to restore and protect this beloved landmark.
This exclusive tour will take you behind the scenes to explore the craftsmanship, dedication, and intricate work involved in both the interior and exterior restoration of the Cathedral. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the Cathedral’s history and ongoing preservation through the eyes of a true master of the trade.
Location: 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington DC 20016
Transit:
Nearest metro stations: Tenleytown and Woodley Park.
MetroBus: several metrobus lines stop within blocks of the Cathedral.
Parking on site: Limited, carpooling is recommended.
Driving directions: https://cathedral.org/visit-tour/location-parking/
2024/2025 WCG season memberships are $35 for professionals, $25 for renewing emerging professionals, and free to emerging professionals who are entering their first season as a WCG member.
Join or renew at www.washingtonconservationguild.org/membership.
For more information about this meeting or WCG, please visit www.washingtonconservationguild.org.
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