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The EU Open House Day at the Embassy of Romania

Saturday, May 9^th, 2009

From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

The European Commission Delegation and Embassies of the EU Member States in Washington, DC, will open their doors to the public for the third annual European Union Open House Day on Saturday, May 9, 2009, 10 am–4 pm!

Experience the diversity and richness of European culture by taking a rare behind-the-scenes look at European Embassies, many of which are among Washington's historic and architectural treasures. Each Embassy will offer a unique program featuring music, special events, and the country's cuisine or beverage.

Embassies of the following countries will participate in the event: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.

The event is free and open to the public. No registration is necessary. Please bring identification for security checks. Avoid bringing large bags and backpacks. Photography is prohibited at some locations.

For more information about program highlights, free shuttle transfers, and locations, please visit http://www.europe-in-dc.com/

The Embassy of Romania warmly welcomes you at the European Open House Day.
Please join us to celebrate the Europe Day at the Romanian Embassy - 1607 23^rd St. NW, Washington DC 20008.
Come and enjoy the Romanian traditions, values and warm hospitality! Find out more about Romania and the European Union!
Our doors will be open starting 10:00 a.m. and access will be permitted every half an hour.
Photo ID required.
Please, do not carry large bags or bag packs.
The Embassy can only host a limited number of guests at a time.
Security checks and screenings will be made at the entrance. Please wait calmly in line.
EU Open House program fully Handicap (wheelchair) accessible: No

About the Embassy building:

Placed in the distinctive neighborhood of Sheridan-Kalorama - home of five Presidents and of much of Washington’s diplomatic community- the Romanian Embassy was constructed in 1907, during the building boom that took place at the beginning of the 20th Century and it is an excellent example of the Beaux-Arts style of architecture, so popular in Washington at that time. The design belongs to the famous firm of Carrère and Hastings from New York and combines a fine French style inspired by Parisian townhouses of the Louis XV and Louis XVI period with English elements of a later era.

Program:

10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Learn to Say Hi! in Romanian

A Romanian native will be there to teach you basic conversation in Romanian

Location: Gallery, Second Floor

10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Discover Romania and the European Union

An information center on Romania and the European Union will be open. Brochures and other informational materials, and a face painting booth for children will be made available. We will be happy to answer your every question about Romania and Europe!

Location: Gallery, Second Floor

11.00 am

1.00 pm

3.00 pm

Guided Tours of the Embassy

Tour the Beaux-Arts style Romanian Embassy built in 1907 and placed in the distinctive neighborhood of Sheridan-Kalorama, home of five Presidents and of much of Washington’s diplomatic community.

10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Photography Exhibition Sihăstria Putnei: Faces of a Monastic Life by Dragos Lumpan

Location: The White Room, First Floor

10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Documentary Films Screening – Cityscapes and Confessions of Faith

Have a video tour of Romanian cities and its most beautiful churches and monasteries. See Romania’s beauty and feel its atmosphere through a video presentation.

Location: The White Room, First Floor

10.30 am

12.15 pm

1.45 pm

Romanian Short Films Screening