National 4-H Conference Center In Chevy Chase Is For Sale

CHEVY CHASE, MD — The National 4-H Council — a U.S.-based network of youth development and mentoring organizations — is selling its Chevy Chase conference center.

The storied building, located at 7100 Connecticut Ave., was shuttered in March 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement released this month, the Council said its decision to sell the property was influenced by the public health crisis. No price is listed.

"Our decision is COVID-driven," Council President Jennifer L. Sirangelo wrote. "The pandemic has forced us to evaluate the National 4-H Conference Center's economic viability and its future ability to meet Cooperative Extension's 4-H program's needs."

Before the pandemic, the conference center hosted meetings and accommodated overnight guests.

The Council says it will still be located in the D.C. metro area. Where exactly remains unclear.

"We are incredibly proud of our rich 60-year history at the National 4-H Conference Center. We have had a positive impact on the thousands of youth groups and organizations we have hosted. Millions of 4-H young people, professionals, and volunteers worldwide have been inspired through 4-H gatherings that shared knowledge, built relationships, and created wonderful memories," Sirangelo wrote. "Although our home is changing, National 4-H Council remains committed to expanding opportunities for all of America's youth to thrive."