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📍 Our Location

4900 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC
(Entrances located behind Connecticut Ave at 36th & Ellicott Streets NW)

♿ Accessible Entrances

Ellicott Street Portico (glass side) Entrance (Recommended)

  • Automatic door opener

  • Step-free access into the Portico and main entrance

 36th Street Entrance

  • Stairs present

  • When facing the church, follow blue ♿ signs on your left to accessible ramp for Narthex entrance with automatic door.

🅿️ Accessible Parking

  • Located in the Ellicott Street lot

  • 4 marked accessible spaces

  • With a handicap placard/plate any space is usable; permit not required

  • Automatic door opener on the poll to the right of the glass entry doors

  • Upon entry, sanctuary is on the right.

What to know once inside the building:

⛪ Sanctuary Accessibility

  • Entire Sanctuary is street level (one floor)except for the chancel.

  • Mobility device accessible seating is available in side aisles or front-right area when facing the altar.

  • Communion will be brought to your seat upon request, advise usher.

  • Access to the Chancel and Altar via Lift - Please see a staff member or an usher for assistance with the Lift.

🛗 Elevator

The elevator in the Portico (glass side entrance) serves every floor.

1st Floor (Lowest Level / Basement)

  • Auditorium & Kitchen (Prime Time, Reception Space)

2nd Floor

  • Schafer Hall (exit the side door and turn right)

  • 1st Floor of Education Wing (accessible from this floor)

3rd Floor (Street Level)

  • Portico and Sanctuary

4th Floor

  • Church staff offices

  • 2nd Floor of Education Wing (accessible from this floor)

🚻Accessible Restrooms

  • Rear of church/sanctuary: Single-user accessible restroom (limited space for mobility device)

  • Lower Level: Handicap stalls in men’s & women’s rooms

  • Fourth Floor: Largest, fully accessible restroom.

🎉 Event & Community Spaces (All Accessible)

  • Auditorium: Large gatherings, Prime Time events

  • Schafer Hall: Small groups, wedding preparation, small concerts

  • Chapel, lower level – small services and gatherings

🛠️ Ongoing Accessibility Projects

Donations for new automatic door openers for restroom and elevator upgrades are welcomed.