FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 23 MAY 2016 CONTACT: Jaclyn Peterson 202-337-2288 x230, JaclynPeterson@dumbartonhouse.org THE 5TH ANNUAL JANE AUSTEN FILM FESTIVAL It is a truth universally acknowledged that a historic city in possession of a large Federal period house with ample grounds must be in want of an outdoor film festival. With no shortage of outdoor movies to choose from in the District this summer, what sets the Jane Austen Film Festival apart is the picturesque backdrop of Dumbarton House, a Federal period historic house museum which The Georgetowner calls “a perfectly historical fit”1 for the romantic stories of the author. Dumbarton House will host the 5th Annual three-part outdoor film series screening popular adaptations of some of the most beloved Jane Austen novels. Bring a blanket, bring a date, bring friends and family and come watch under the stars as Mr. Darcy confesses to Lizzie how ardently he admires and loves her. 2016 Screening Schedule: June 29th Sense & Sensibility (1995) July 13th Emma (1996) July 27th Pride & Prejudice (2005). (Rain dates are July 6, July 20, and August 3). General Admission is $6 per film or $15 for a pass to all three screenings. Doors open at 7:00 PM. Free admission and early entry (6:30 PM) is available to Dumbarton House Museum Members. Memberships are available online at dumbartonhouse.org/museummembership. All films will begin at sundown (approx. 8:30 PM). As one of Dumbarton House’s most popular events, we recommend buying tickets early in order to guarantee admission. Tickets go on sale June 1, 2016 at 9:00 AM at sensesensibility2016.eventbrite.com Dumbarton House is located in Georgetown at 2715 Q Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007. Limited parking and ADA-access is available behind the Museum via 27th Street. Metrorail: Red Line, Dupont Circle. For additional information, visit www.dumbartonhouse.org or call 202-337-2288.
Dumbarton House is a Federal period historic house museum, ca. 1800, whose preserved historic structure and collection serve to educate the public about life in Washington, D.C, during the early years of the Republic. Dumbarton House serves as the headquarters of The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America (www.nscda.org), a women’s organization that actively promotes our national heritage through historic preservation, patriotic service and educational projects. Dumbarton House is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The museum hosts a variety of public events and programs, as well as private rental events. www.DumbartonHouse.org 1
Hellmuth, J. (2013, June 19). Jane Austen is very becoming at Dumbarton House. The Georgetowner. Retrieved from http://www.georgetowner.com DUMBARTON HOUSE 2715 Q Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20007-3071 202.337.2288 · www.dumbartonhouse.org · Fax 202. 337.0348