Headquarters History

ON OUR OWN Located across the street from the Republican National Committee (RNC) in Washington, D.C., this building became the site of the first independent NFRW headquarters in the late 1980s under the leadership of President Judy Hughes. Prior to this, the NFRW occupied a small section of the RNC building.

With a membership nearing 114,000, it was time for NFRW to find a home of its own. Under the leadership of past presidents Judy Hughes, Colorado (1986-1989), and Huda Jones, Kentucky (1990-1993), the NFRW headquarters became a reality. Constructed in 1829 and listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings, this structure was discovered, renovated and redecorated between 1989-1990.

On April 1, 1992, the Federation moved into its new headquarters. The building and its contents were purchased for $860,000, and nearly one year later the NFRW was only $50,000 away from outright ownership. With contributions from state Federations, local clubs, and individuals, the balance was met and the mortgage burned in 1993! The NFRW had a place to call home.