Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 12:50 PM Discover the architecture, and history of the Washington Cathedral Meet us for a light snack and socializing before the tour Event Details Join us to discover the architectural majesty of one of the world's most magnificent cathedrals. Join the International Club for a special tour of the Washington National Cathedral as well as the opportunity to meet and socialize with other club members. Did you know that the Washington Cathedral is the highest point in Washington DC, 676 feet above sea level (higher than the Washington Monument), the second largest cathedral in the United States, and the sixth largest in the world? From the top, you'll be able to enjoy a spectacular winter vista as you sit atop Washington D.C! Meet us for morning coffee at a nearby coffee house, where you will have the chance to socialize with other ICDC members, and then come with us as we take in the awe-inspiring beauty of the winter National Cathedral. See photos from our last tour of the Washington Cathedral    About the National Cathedral Construction began on September 29, 1907 under the presidency of Theodore Roosevelt and was completed exactly 83 years later to the day on September 29, 1990. The Washington National Cathedral is built in the genuinely Classical Gothic-style as cathedrals were originally in Medieval France. The Cathedral has three towers; St. Peter, St. Paul, and the highest standing tower of the three, the Gloria in Excelsis Tower which stands at a height of 300 feet above ground level. Tentative Agenda (Agenda is subject to change) At the designated time, meet us for coffee, a light meal* and socializing with other attendees. After a light snack we will proceed to the Washington Cathedral for our tour. PLEASE arrive promptly at the meeting loation. We are not responsible for locating you if you arrive at the meeting location after the designated meeting time. * Cost of food not included in the price of admission. Rain Date Policy If you have reason to believe the event will be postponed due to adverse weather, please check the ICDC Web site 1 hour before the event on the day of the event or call (301) 580 7380. Please note that all ticket sales are final. In the event the tour is postponed due to adverse weather, your ticket is transferable to attend any future event we organize. Tickets and Registration Tickets are only $15 for ICDC members and $20 for non-members. Please reserve your tickets from the Event Calendar on the ICDC Web site: http://www.InternationalClubDC.com Cancellation Policy Please note that all online ticket sales are final. We are unable to offer cancelations or refunds on line ticket purchases. Address Please note: We will NOT be meeting at the National Cathedral. We are meeting at the Starbucks located at the address below, and proceeding to the tour from there. 3430 Wisconsin Ave., NW Washington, DC 20016 We are meeting at Starbucks for coffee, light snacks and socializing before the tour starts. Please arrive promptly and meet other attendees participating in the tour. Directions Please give yourself 10 minutes to find parking if you drive. If you take Metro please visit the following Web page for directions to the general area. Please note that we are meeting at Starbucks before heading over to the Washington Cathedral: http://www.cathedral.org/cathedral/visit/metro.shtml