It was established in 1951 by former
New Jersey Congressman James C. Auchincloss, who with 100 other members formed the club, which is now "one of the most popular gathering spots in Washington for lawmakers, government officials and other members of the political establishment." While the club is located adjacent to the headquarters of the
Republican National Committee, the two are not the same; the club is a distinct and separate organization from the
Republican National Committee and has no official affiliation to the committee or the party. The Capitol Hill Club is located at 300 First St SE on
Capitol Hill in
southeastern Washington 20003, less than two blocks from the
United States Capitol and across from the
Capitol South Metro station. It is the former home of
John S. McCain Jr. and
Roberta McCain. On January 6, 2021, during the
attack on the U.S. Capitol, a pipe bomb was placed outside the club by an unknown person. Another pipe bomb was placed near the
Democratic National Committee building. , the
FBI is still requesting information about the person who placed the bombs. ==See also==