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The General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters, also known as the Miles Mansion, is located in Washington, D.C. Built as a private residence in 1875, it has served as the headquarters of GFWC since 1922. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1991 for its association with the federation. According to National Women's History Museum, Women's Clubs played an important role in improving education, health social conditions during progressive Erawhich serves as an umbrella organization for women's clubs, dating to the mid-19th century. Tours of the headquarters, available by appointment, provide information about the activities of the GFWC and several historic rooms, including the 1734 entryway, the Julia Ward Howe Drawing Room, the dining room, music room and the GFWC International President's office. The headquarters also features changing exhibits of art, photographs and artifacts from its collections. The house was successfully designated a National Historic Landmark and added to National Register of Historic Places on December 4, 1991, by the United States Department of the Interior/ National Park Service.
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When was General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters listed on the National Register?
General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 4, 1991.
What type of historic resource is General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters?
General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
Is General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. General Federation of Women's Clubs Headquarters has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.
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