Dumbarton Oaks is a historic estate located in Washington, D.C., known for its beautiful gardens and art collections. Established in the 18th century, it was originally a private residence and later became a research institute and museum. The estate features stunning landscapes designed by Beatrix Farrand, one of America's first female landscape architects. The site is also famous for its role in the Dumbarton Oaks Conference of 1944, where representatives from the United States, United Kingdom, Soviet Union, and China discussed the formation of the United Nations. Today, Dumbarton Oaks serves as a center for research in Byzantine and Pre-Columbian studies, attracting scholars and visitors alike.