On 11 May the British Embassy in Washington opened its doors to the public for the annual EU Open House Day. We showcased UK culture, heritage, innovation and creativity: a bit of everything that makes Britain GREAT. Visitors were able to interact with multiple exhibits, tour the Ambassador’s residence and gardens, and learn more about why the UK remains a fantastic destination for travel, study and business.
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You’re Invited! 2013 EU Day Open House
Join us on 11 May from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm to celebrate UK culture, heritage, innovation and creativity: a bit of everything that makes Britain GREAT.
The embassy will open its doors to the public for the annual EU Day Open House. See for yourself why the UK remains a fantastic destination for travel, study and business investment. Early visitors will be will be greeted with a free Union Flag bag!
Foreign Secretary William Hague travelled to Somalia to open the new British Embassy in Mogadishu.
This will be the first time the UK has an embassy in Somalia since 1991 when the embassy was closed and the ambassador and his staff evacuated. This makes the UK the first EU country to re-open an embassy in Somalia.
The Foreign Secretary was joined at the opening by the Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The Foreign Secretary and the President also discussed the Somalia Conference taking place in London on 7 May.
Learn more about the upcoming Somalia Conference in London ›
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The TARDIS dropped in on Sir Winston Churchill at the British Embassy in Washington!
It may look small but we all know it’s bigger on the inside.
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Click through to visit the new ‘UK and USA’ website on Gov.UK.
Happy Christmas from all of us at the British Embassy in Washington and our consulates across the United States!
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‘Extend’ by British artist Antony Gormley
On Thursday, 25 October, Ambassador Sir Peter Westmacott unveiled ‘Extend’, a new sculpture by British artist Antony Gormley in the grounds of the Ambassador’s Residence in Washington. The sculptor himself was present for the event, which was followed by a discussion of the creative process supported by Art in Embassies.
(Photo by James Barbour)
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British Embassy cyclists participate in DC Bike to Work Day.
British Embassy EU Day Open House
On Saturday 12 May, European Embassies throughout Washington DC opened their doors for the EU’s Open House Day.
The British Embassy hosted an interactive and family-friendly bazaar celebrating UK sport, culture, and tradition. 2012 is an exciting year for Great Britain with the Olympic and Paralympics Games and the celebration of Queen Elizabeth II&’s Diamond Jubilee. With the theme “This is GREAT Britain”, the Embassy showcased the GREAT aspects of an innovative and dynamic UK and the unparalleled partnership we share with the people of the United States.
Today marks 100 days to go until the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We’re marking the occasion by hosting a friendly ‘Embassy Olympics’ competition with other embassies in Washington. Stay tuned for photos & more!
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