Washington, DC: Herbert Hoover Rested Here
A plaque marks windowsill where future President Herbert Hoover "rested" during his tenure as Secretary of Commerce. It overlooks the Ellipse; a nice sunny spot for a nap.
- Address:
- 1401 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC
- Directions:
- The windowsill is at the northwest corner of the Department of Commerce building, overlooking the Ellipse Visitor Pavillion. Visitors must obtain permission from a Commerce employee to gain access to the building and its windowsill.
- Phone:
- 202-482-2000
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A plaque marks windowsill where future President Herbert Hoover "rested" during his tenure as Secretary of Commerce. Must obtain permission from a Commerce employee to access.
[Elias Ashooh, 10/16/2017]
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