Club Entry Information for Members


 

Hours of Operation

The National Press Club is open to members and guests Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

During Your Visit

Security Gates

Each member will be required to enter through the security gates using their assigned key fob or mobile app. If you are a resident member and do not have security access, please contact [email protected] so that someone on our team can set you up with access. If you are a non-resident member visiting the club you should reach out to [email protected] for a QR code for your visit.

Sanitizing & Hand Washing

Club staff and members will practice proper hygiene and sanitization including hand washing and the use of touchless hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the Club in accordance with CDC recommendations.

The Facilities

The Gym

Locker rooms, showers and sauna are now open.

The Library

The library is currently closed. Library staff can be contacted at [email protected].

The Fourth Estate Restaurant

The Fourth Estate is currently closed for lunch and dinner service.

The Reliable Source

The Reliable Source is open with modified hours of operation:

  • Lunch Service: Monday - Friday from 11:30am-3pm.
  • Dinner: Monday - Friday from 5pm-8pm.
  • Happy Hour & Taco Night: Fridays from 5:30pm-7:30pm.

Online Store

The online store is an excellent option on evenings when the Reliable Source is not open and for non-vaccinated members. Members and guests are encouraged to order from our online menu, eat inside the club or enjoy takeout outdoors. Be on the lookout for our next themed meal kit!

Membership Office

The membership office is not open for walk-ins. Appointments must be made in advance. Members are still encouraged to email [email protected] with your request so that we can best help you.

Front Desk

Front desk staff may ask you for proof of vaccination if we do not have record on file.  Staff will also need to see proof of vaccination for guests. Members and guests should not attempt to come behind the front desk, nor should they touch the glass.

What To Expect From Our Facility

All members and visitors must have proof of vaccination for entry.  The following forms of proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be accepted:

  • A CDC issued vaccination card (original physical copy, photocopy, or digital copy/photo)
  • Record of immunization from a healthcare provider or public health authority
  • A COVID-19 verification app (e.g., VaxYes, Clear, Excelsior, MyIR)
  • World Health Organization Vaccination Record

The following forms of government issued photo identification will be accepted: 

  • State issued driver’s license or limited purpose driver’s license
  • Any other state issued identification card
  • Passport
  • DC One Card
  • Student ID
  • Permanent resident card

We have implemented additional cleaning processes throughout the day, including enhanced janitorial cleaning of our lavatories, doorknobs, handrails, elevator buttons and other frequently touched surfaces multiple times each day with a multi-surface disinfectant cleaner from the EPA’s List N Disinfectants for Use Against SARS-CoV-2. We are also conducting sterilization cleanings of the entire facility on a regular basis.

You will find multiple touchless hand sanitizer dispensers throughout the Club including in the reception lobby, main lobby, hallways and common areas.

All shared equipment such as podiums, microphones and other A/V resources are sanitized before and after each event use.

Instructive signage is displayed throughout the Club reminding members and staff how to dispose of masks and gloves and the importance of proper handwashing and social distancing.

All visitors will be appropriately screened for COVID-19 symptoms. When you arrive at the facility you should expect to have your temperature checked. This check will happen BEFORE you are admitted into the Club. No one with a fever or symptoms of COVID-19 will be permitted to enter.

Building HVAC systems will be flushed with outside air on a regular basis.

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