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Off the Tour Guide Map

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s Labor Day nears, summer may be winding down, but the action in Washington, D.C. and the Mid-Atlantic region is just gearing up!

During the action-packed months of August and September, highenergy celebrations of food, drink, culture, history, and much more set the pace for fun and festivity.

From the Maryland Renaissance Festival and D.C.’s H Street Festival to Virginia’s Epicurience Wine and Food Festival and West Annapolis’ Oktoberfest, DC Metro+ has all the details on the region’s top festivals and fairs, from street to beach to country. Whether you’re an aficionado of pig races and pieeating contests, books and culture, fine dining and wine, sports and movies, or cracking open some tasty crabs and craft beer, you’ll want to venture out of your com-fort zone and try a little (or a lot) of everything!

We’re also revealing some of D.C.’s best-kept secrets, the top hotspots you won’t find on the tour guide maps! got a yen for free Friday night jazz concerts in a sculpture garden? Whiskey tastings? german street food?

Let DC Metro+ be your guide to the best of D.C. off the beaten path!

Waterfront dining has made quite a splash in the D.C. area, and with good reason, as visitors cool off and dig in at a fantastic selection of restaurants.

Whether overlooking the Potomac River, Virginia’s Ocoquan River, or the C&O Canal, visitors can enjoy everything from BBQ ribs and upscale italian fare to juicy steaks, fresh seafood, and authentic Mexican cuisine, all while taking in superb live entertainment and stunning panoramic views.

Let DC Metro+ ramp up your fun and festivity quotient and make your trip to the nation’s capital truly special.

We’re here to help you see, do, and experience more!

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PHOTO CREDITS Cover Courtesy Washington Harbour Pg 5 Monster Fish. Photo by Mark Thiessen, Courtesy of National Geographic Museum The Beach. Rendering courtesy of National Building Museum Pg 20 Founding Farmers Bakers Patio, Photo by Jennifer Cubas Pg 27 A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Photo by Johnny Shryock The Sofitel, Photo

by Robert Coscarelli Pg 29 Dear Evan Hansen, Photo

by Margot Schulman.

The Book of Mormon, Photo by Joan Marcus, Courtesy Kennedy Center for Performing Arts Pg 30 A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Photo by Johnny Shryock Peter Pan 360 Flight to Neverland, Photo by Kevin Berne Pg 33 Newseum Image Courtesy of Steve Northup

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family attractions in Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C., is tailor-made for families, packed with attractions to suit every interest, many easily accessible via the Metro. Most D.C. museums are free and have programs to capture the attention and imagination of adults, kids, tweens and teens.

Here are some of D.C.’s top attractions and activities for the whole family.

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Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum

The National Air and Space Museum encourages imaginations young and old to soar, featuring groundbreaking airplanes and spacecraft, flight simulators and artifacts, an observation tower, an IMAX Theater, and hands-on activities for kids.

National Air and Space Museum, 600 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C., 20560, 202-633-2214 Steven F. Udvar Hazy Center, 14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly, Virginia, 20151, 703-572-4118 airandspace.si.edu

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International Spy Museum

This intriguing museum features international espionage stories and artifacts, including the famous Enigma cipher machine, a letter written by George Washington to enlist a spymaster, and disguised weapons like a lipstick pistol. Visitors can take part in interactive spy experiences, and activities for kids include a gadget lab to teach them to create their own spy gadgets, using everyday objects.

International Spy Museum, 800 F St., N.W., Washington, D.C., 20004, 202-393-7798, www.spymuseum.org

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National Geographic Museum

Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants, running through October 11, 2015, is just one of the exciting exhibits families can enjoy this summer at the National Geographic Museum.

National Geographic Museum, 1145 17th St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036, 202-857-7700, events.nationalgeographic.com/ national-geographic-museum/

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The Yards Park

One of the highlights of this award-winning park is an 11-inch deep canal, complete with a waterfall, where the kids can cool off on sticky summer days. It also has grassy areas, a waterfront boardwalk, Friday night summer concerts in the terraced performance venue, and views of the Anacostia River.

The Yards Park, 355 Water St., S.E., Washington, D.C., 20003

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The National Building Museum

This museum dedicated to building architecture, engineering, and design houses a Building Zone for children ages two to six, with books, building blocks, toy bulldozers and trucks, and play hard hats, tool belts, and goggles. From now until early September, check out the most unique and fun exhibit The Beach, an “ocean” of

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nearly one million recyclable plastic balls that will cover 10,000 square feet, along with beach chairs, umbrellas, and a mirrored wall, promising fun for the whole family.

National Building Museum, 401 F Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20001

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Georgetown

Don’t miss this historic, walkable neighborhood, packed with charming houses, shops, cafes, and restaurants, including local favorites like ice cream parlor Thomas Sweet, and Old Glory All-American Bar-B-Que. Georgetown’s historic C&O canal and towpath run parallel with M Street and offer a fascinating glimpse into Georgetown’s history as a tobacco port.

Thomas Sweet, 3214 P St., N.W. Washington, D.C. 20007, 202-337-0616 American Bar-B-Que, 3139 M St. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007, 202-337-3406

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Hard Rock Cafe

The D.C. outpost of Hard Rock Cafe is packed with rock and roll memorabilia from stars like Elvis Presley, The Beatles, The Supremes, and Mick Jagger, and features kid-friendly fare like burgers, sandwiches, nachos, and chicken tenders.

999 E St., NW, 20004, 202-737-7625, www.hardrock.com/cafes/washington-dc

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The Smithsonian National Zoo

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Newseum

This museum of media and journalism features a 7000-square-foot interactive newsroom with Be A Reporter stations, where budding newscasters can see themselves in action, a Pulitzer Prize photographs gallery, a daily gallery of 80 front pages from newspapers around the world, an FBI exhibit, a Berlin Wall Gallery, and 15 theaters showing award-winning videos.

Newseum, 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C., 20001, 202-292-6100, www.newseum.org

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Known for its 1,800 animals from all over the world, including giant pandas, American bison, Asian elephants, Andean bears, Western lowland gorillas, and Mongolian gazelles, the Smithsonian National Zoo attracts more than two million visitors a year. Designed for children ages three to eight, the zoo’s Kid’s Farm exhibit, open through 2016, is home to farm animals, including rare breeds of goats and hogs.

Children can groom some of the animals, supervised by keepers, and touch the animals in locations throughout the exhibit.

Smithsonian’s National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20008, 202-633-4888

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The Carousel on the National Mall

Take a trip back in time on this vintage carousel that features dozens of brightly colored horses, a sea dragon and two chariots.

Old-fashioned popcorn wagons parked nearby enhance the carnival atmosphere. Rides cost $3.50 each. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Carousel on the National Mall, Jefferson Drive, across from Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building, www.nationalcarousel.com

Mid-Atlantic Musts

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King’s Dominion doswell, Virginia

Celebrating its 40th anniversary, King’s Dominion theme park has expanded its 20-acre water park, Soak City, with a mega water slide complex and a family-friendly Splash Zone. Three new attractions promising speed, drops, curves, loops, and thrills include Paradise Plunge, Aqua Blast, and Thunder Falls. Splash Island is for younger children and their parents, with small slides, water jets that spray up and down, and more.

King’s Domion, 160000 Theme Park Way, Doswell, Virginia, 23047, 804-876-5000, www.kingsdominion.com

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American Visionary Art Museum

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Hersheypark

Hershey, Pennsylvania

There’s no shortage of chocolate and family fun at Hersheypark, including shows, concerts, rides, and of course, opportunities to stock up on Hersey’s candy.

Children can also create their own candy bars at Hershey’s Chocolate World and eat breakfast with life-size Hershey’s characters at The Park at Hersheypark Place, while grownups can indulge in treatments like a whipped cocoa bath and a cocoa massage at The Spa at The Hotel Hershey.

Hersheypark, 100 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, 1-800-437-7439, www.hersheypark.com/ contact/index.php

Colonial Williamsburg Virginia

You say you want a revolution? Get thee to Williamsburg, Virginia! History comes vividly to life in this Revolutionary War-themed town, through hands-on adventure for kids, like marching with a fife and drum corps, blasting water cannons in Splash Park, and dressing up in costume to play 18th-century characters.

There’s plenty for grownups too, including tours, shopping, restaurants, theater, music, spas, and golf.

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Whirligig sculpture.The Sideshow gift shop is stocked with fun, creative, and kitschy items for both kids and adults.

American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, Maryland, 21230, 410-244-1900, www.avam.org

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catocin Wildlife preserve and Zoo

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Delaware outdoor Trail

Nature-lovers can enjoy more than 60 activities, including hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, and water activities at more than 40 locations throughout the many parks, beaches, wildlife refuges, nature centers, equestrian facilities, trails, and waterways that make up the Delaware Outdoor Trail. www.visitdelaware.com/outdoor

This private park is on a mission to broaden human understanding of the animal world. See and feed animals like emu, African zebra, and South American llama on wildlife safari rides on an escorted truck through 25 acres of naturalistic animal environments, including Africa, Australia, and Madagascar.

Catocin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo, 13019 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont, Maryland, 21788, 301-271-3180, cwpzoo.com

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national aquarium in Baltimore

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This whimsical museum covered with shining, colorful mosaic walls, and full of sparkly, fantastical art made with unusual, found, and recycled items, is an excellent introduction to art for kids, sure to spark young imaginations. Eyecatching artwork includes DeVon Smith’s World’s First Family of Robots, Andrew Logan’s 8-foot-high Cosmic Galaxy Egg and Vollis Simpson’s Giant

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More than 17,000 live marine and land animals are the star attractions in the exciting exhibits at the National Aquarium. The 225,000gallon ring-shaped Shark Alley is home to sharks of all shapes and sizes, circulating inches away from curious visitors. Visitors can also see the eight Atlantic bottlenose dolphins of Dolphin Discovery, the award-winning Blacktip Reef, which replicates Indo-Pacific reefs, and exotic land animals, like Felize, the Upland Tropical Rain Forest’s new two-toed baby sloth.

National Aquarium in Baltimore, 501 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, Maryland, 21202, www.aqua.org

Franklin Square

The Franklin Institute

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Franklin Square

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

With a burger shack and carousel rides, Franklin Square, one of William Penn’s original squares for his 1682 city plan, isn’t just for adult history buffs.

It also puts history on a fun, pint-sized scale for children, with an 18-hole putt-putt golf course through miniature Philadelphia landmarks like the Liberty Bell. Afterwards, for classic treats, head a few blocks over to The Franklin Fountain, a Victorian-style ice cream parlor, and its sister shop a few steps away, the historic candy store Shane Confectionery. The Franklin Institute is one of the country’s top science and technology museums; it features popular exhibits on the heart and the brain.

Franklin Square, 200 6th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19102, 215-629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/what-to-see The Franklin Fountain, 116 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, 215-627-1899, www.franklinfountain.com Shane Confectionery, 110 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, 215-922-1048, shanecandies.com The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103, 215-448-1200, www.fi.edu

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Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Built more than a century ago, this playground featuring a three-story,16,000-square-foot playhouse and the Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide (39 feet long and 13 feet wide) is proof that sometimes the best, most enduring attractions have the fewest bells and whistles. Spread over six and a half acres, the playground now also features more than fifty pieces of play equipment for children.

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse, 3500 Reservoir Drive, East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121, smithplayground.org/about

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Stratosphere Trampoline Park Wilmington, Delaware

What better way to let restless kids who’ve been riding in the car for a few hours burn energy than by bouncing on massive trampolines? Once they tire of that, more activities await, including a laser maze, a Velcro wall, and a hurricane simulator, with winds of up to 78 miles per hour.

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Events

Take a look at WHAT’S going on in and around the DC AREA

Fridays Through August 28

Through August 16

The Evening Parade has become a universal symbol of the professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the United States Marines and these military reviews have been a part of the DC barracks since the “Oldest Post of the Corps,” was established in 1801. A one hour and fifteen minute performance of music and precision marching, the Evening Parade features “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, “The Commandant’s Own” United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, the Marine Corps Color Guard, the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon and more. FREE, but reservation required and available online at www.mbw.usmc.mil/ RequestReservation. 8:45-10pm. U.S. Marine Corp Barracks, 8th and I Streets, SE, Washington, DC 20003  www.barracks.marines.mil/Parades/

Fans will want to plan a roadtrip to Richmond this summer to see the Washington Redskins in action on the practice field. In addition to practice, Training Camp offers special events, giveaways, a Kids Club and other unique fan experiences. Located next to the Science Museum of Virginia and the Children’s Museum of Richmond, fans can also take advantage of special exhibits that will be featured during camp. Practices last between 90 minutes and two hours and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets, with outside food and beverages permitted. After practice, fans have the opportunity for autographs and photos of their favorite players. FREE and open to the public, but Training Camp Pass suggested and available online (*due to limited space, reserved tickets required for August 8 joint practice session with Houston Texans).

9:30am-6pm. Washington Redskins

Marine Barracks Evening Parade

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Redskins Training Camp

Maryland Renaissance Festival

Training Center (behind the Science Museum of Virginia), 2401 West Leigh Street, Richmond, Va. 23220  www.redskins.com August 1-9

Citi Open Tennis Classic

A capital tennis tradition, the Citi Open is the chance to see the world’s best men and women tennis champions in DC! Up-close tennis action will include Andy Murray, Victoria Azarenka, Kei Nishikori, Eugenie Bouchard, Marin Cilic, Ekaterina Makarova, and the Bryan Brothers battling it out for more than $1.8 million. This world-class tennis event is one of the top 20 tournaments worldwide. See website for session schedule and tickets. William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center 16th & Kennedy Streets, NW Washington, DC 20011  www.citiopentennis.com August 2 and September 6

Annapolis First Sunday Arts Festival

It’s a street festival, an art market, an entertainment venue and an arts & craft fair all rolled into one! Enjoy live entertainment and peruse the work

of 100 local and regional artists as you stroll the scenic and historic streets of Annapolis. Local restaurants set up outdoor café seating that is perfect for people watching and an afternoon bite to eat. FREE! 11am-5pm First block of West and Calvert Streets, Annapolis, MD 21401  www.firstsundayarts.com August 3 and 10

Screen on the Green

One of D.C.’s favorite summertime traditions returns for a 17th year with more American film gems. What could be more “summery” than spreading your blanket, opening your picnic basket and watching a film classic under the stars and in the shadow of Washington’s greatest monuments?

FREE! Movies begin at dusk (approximately 8:30pm). On the National Mall between 4th and 7th Streets, NW Washington, DC 20560  www.savescreenonthegreen.com August 4 and 11

Marine Corp Sunset Review Parade

A one-hour performance, the Sunset Parade features the music of “The Commandant’s Own”, the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and precision drill by the Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon. Spacious lawns provide ample room for guests to bring lawn chairs and blankets for informal viewing.

FREE! 6:30-7:30pm. Iwo Jima /U.S. Marine Corp War Memorial, Marshall Drive, between Route 50 and Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, VA 22209  www.barracks.marines.mil/Parades August 5-9

The Arlington County Fair

One of the largest free events on the East Coast, the Arlington County Fair has been entertaining and delighting visitors for over 35 years. No summer’s complete without a day of carnival rides, live animal shows, musical entertainment, arts and craft exhibits, and a variety of international foods.

FREE! See website for times, parking and shuttle info. Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 Second Street South, Arlington, VA 22204  www.arlingtoncountyfair.us August 5,12 and 19

Twilight Tattoo

Blending the precision and discipline of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The

Marine Corp Sunset Review Parade

Old Guard) with the orchestral sounds of The U.S. Army Band, “Pershing’s Own”, the popular outdoor ceremonial Twilight Tattoo is an hour-long sunset military pageant that pays tribute to the sacrifices of those who served.

Pre-ceremony pageantry begins at 6:30pm, Tattoo at 7pm. FREE! Grass seating is available – blankets or lawn chairs suggested. Performances located at Whipple Field at Joint Base MyerHenderson Hall (adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery), 204 Lee Avenue, Fort Myer, Arlington, VA 22209  www.twilight.mdw.army.mil August 8

August 14–22

Montgomery County Agricultural Fair

Celebrate summer’s last hurrah with this perfect opportunity to meet your daily requirement of cotton candy and funnel cake. Enjoy carnival rides, livestock competitions and displays, monster trucks, demolition derby and lots of entertainment and food. Admission: 12yrs+: $10; 11&under: FREE. Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 501 Perry Parkway, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877  www.mcagfair.com

City of Alexandria Irish Festival

Slainte mhath! (Good Health!) The music, food and culture of Ireland will be celebrated as Old Town hosts its annual Irish Festival. FREE! 11am7:30pm, rain or shine. Waterfront Park, 1 Prince Street (on the Potomac River between King and Prince Streets), Alexandria, VA 22314.  www.Ballyshaners.org August 9-16

7th Annual DC Beer Week

Craft beer fans rejoice! Each year since its inception this celebration of good beer in the National Capital Region— from conception to consumption and everything in between—has grown larger, with dozens of venues offering a variety of events during the weeklong festival. Enjoy tastings, beer dinners, tap takeovers and more. At venues throughout DC, Virginia and Maryland.  www.dcbeerweek.net

DC Beer Week

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Events August 17-23

Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week

It’s that time again! More than 200 of Washington’s best restaurants will offer a dining extravaganza of three-course meals at discounted rates. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to experience some of the DC area’s best restaurants at affordable prices, with 3-course lunches for $22 and 3-course dinners for $35. Various locations around Washington, DC. For a complete list of participating restaurants and to make reservations visit:  www.ramw.org/restaurantweek August 21-23

The Comcast Outdoor Film Festival

The 20th annual festival brings the drive-in movie theater experience back to the DC area for three nights of feature films and family fun. Enjoy music, carnival games, food and films on the site of the old Rockville Drive-In, closed in 1981. Blankets and lawn chairs are permitted for seating under the stars or view from the comfort of your vehicle (capacity limited to 180). FREE! Gates open at 5pm, activities begin at 5:30pm, movies screen at dusk (approx.

8:30pm). See website for complete film schedule and info. MCPS Board of Education Building, 850 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, MD 20850  www.filmfestnih.org Chesapeake Crab & Beer Festival

Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week

August 21-30

Alexandria Restaurant Week

With more than 60 participating restaurants, Alexandria, VA is vying to be the culinary hot spot this summer.

This 10-day, two-weekend event entices diners to enjoy a tantalizing $35 prix fixe, three-course meal or dinner for two, with many restaurants offering special lunch deals. Come taste the inventiveness of local chefs in neighborhoods through the city, including Old Town, Del Ray and the West End. View participating restaurants, menus and make reservations online at:  www.AlexandriaRestaurantWeek.com August 22

6th Annual Chesapeake Crab & Beer Festival Get crackin’ and experience a true regional summertime tradition at this

all-you-care-to-taste extravaganza.

Complete with over 60,000 crabs, lots of beer, arts & crafts, live music, family fun and much more, all under huge tents that make the most of the beautiful summer breezes off the Potomac River.

Don’t miss the world’s largest crab feast!

Advance and on-site ticket packages available. Two sessions: 11am-3pm and 5pm-9pm. Waterfront and Piers at National Harbor, 137 National Plaza, National Harbor, MD 20745  www.mdcrabfest.com August 27

Films at the Stone

New this summer and located at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, this is the first and only film series at a memorial on the National Mall.

Dedicated to bringing audiences inspiring films that depict the best of human strength, love and courage, the 2015 series’ final offering is the critically acclaimed, “Selma”. The film will be screened on the lawn adjacent to the bookstore at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial so come early, pack a snack, and bring blankets or low profile lawn chairs for a special evening. FREE! Film starts at 8:15pm. The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial, 1964 Independence Avenue SW, (intersection of West Basin Drive and Independence Avenue SW), Washington DC 20024  www.filmsatthestone.org Weekends, Starting August 29

Maryland Renaissance Festival

Hankering for turkey legs served by saucy wenches? This annual fun family event features all the merriment of the Renaissance era including food, music, games, jousting, shopping and lots more! Adult: $24; Senior (62+):

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$20; Child (7-15): $10; 6&under: FREE; discount for attendance through Sept.

14. 10am-7pm. Revel Grove, 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD 21401  www.rennfest.com September 4-6

Epicurience Virginia

Getaway to Virginia’s Wine Country over the Labor Day weekend and experience a wine and food festival 200 years in the making. Held in the East Coast’s premier wine region, Loudoun, Virginia, it’s where insiders come to savor awardwinning wines and seek out noteworthy farm-to-table cuisine. Meet top tastemakers and master winemakers and sample cuisine prepared by celebrated chefs from around the country. Held at multiple venues throughout Loudoun County, the signature event is the Grand Tasting on September 5th, held on the rolling grounds of the spectacular 225-year-old Morven Park Estate.12-6 p.m. See website for complete schedule of events and tickets. Grand Tasting: Morven Park, 17263 Southern Planter Lane, Leesburg, VA 20176  www.epicvirginia.com

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the fledgling congressional library that was destroyed by fire during the British attack on the U.S. Capitol in 1814. This year the event will include an evening panel discussion with experts and filmindustry figures followed by a screening of a classic movie that was made from a classic book. FREE! 10am-10pm. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001  www.loc.gov/bookfest

September 5

The National Book Festival

This national celebration of the joy of reading returns for it’s 15th year and promises to be better than ever, offering more than 100 renowned writers, poets and illustrators who will talk about and sign their books. The 2015 festival theme, “I Cannot Live Without Books,” is a tribute to Thomas Jefferson’s legacy and his offer of his own books to replace

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as sheep-herding demonstrations, vendors & crafters, clan and society exhibits, children’s activities, live entertainment and plenty of Scottish food and drink. 9am-6pm. Saturday concert until 9pm. Adult: $20; Child (5-12): $5; 4&under: FREE. Leashed dogs welcome! Great Meadow, 5089 Old Tavern Road, The Plains, VA 20198  www.vascottishgames.org Sept.6

Labor Day Capitol Concert

Virginia Scottish Games

September 5-6

Virginia Scottish Games

The Scottish Games is a unique annual festival that celebrates Alexandria, VA’s Scottish heritage, with the cornerstone of the event being the highland athletic competitions. Visitors will also enjoy piping & drumming, highland dancing, fiddling competitions as well

Take a break from your labors and end the summer on a musical note with the National Symphony Orchestra at this annual concert on the US Capitol grounds. This concert celebrates the beginning of the performing arts season and features patriotic classics and music that highlights the American landscape. FREE! 8pm; gates open at 3pm. (Please note: attendees must adhere to security screening procedures before entering the event site and no alcohol beverages or glass bottles are permitted.) West Lawn of the US Capitol, East Capitol and 1st Streets, NE, Washington, DC 20051  www.kennedy-center.org

September 10-20

DC Shorts Film Festival

Now in its 12th year, DC Shorts is still “keeping it short and keeping it reel” as the largest – and “coolest” – short film event on the East Coast. Hundreds of filmmakers and thousands of audience members are set to mix, mingle and explore the art of short-form cinema with 125 films in 14 showcases. At venues throughout DC.  www.festival.dcshorts.com September 12

4th Annual Annapolis Craft Beer and Music Festival

Enjoy Maryland cuisine and tastings of over 120 artisanal beers from more than 45 regional and national craft breweries while listening to a wide variety of music.

Shop for gifts from dozens of exhibitors.

Sign up early for select beer seminars.

Tasting: $40; Non-tasting/Designated Driver: $20; Youth(13-20):$10; Child 12&under): Free. 12-6pm. Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401  www.theannapoliscraftbeerandmusic festival.com

REPORTING VIETNAM Now through Sept. 12, 2016

Explore how journalists brought news about the Vietnam War to a divided nation.

Contributing support for “Reporting Vietnam” is provided by CBS Corporation, in memory of CBS News correspondent Bob Simon.

REPORTING VIETNAM NEWSEUM.ORG 555 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C. TripAdvisor’s 2014 Travelers’ Choice Top 10 Museums in the U.S.

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Events

September 12-13

Maryland Seafood Festival

Come celebrate the 48th anniversary of this tasty and entertaining Annapolis tradition, filled with a variety of delicious seafood, exciting and new demonstrations and competitions, toe tapping musical entertainment, kids activities, loads of shopping options, vendors, exhibits, contests and more, all on the beautiful shores of the Chesapeake Bay! A highlight of the event is the Crab Soup Cook-off, an Annapolis favorite that brings together the city’s greatest restaurateurs and chefs in a classic Maryland showdown.

Tickets $10 and up. Sandy Point State Park,1100 East College Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21409  www.mdseafoodfestival.com

Alexandria King Street Arts Festival

September 16-20

The Anne Arundel County Fair

A tradition for more than 60 years!

Monster trucks, carnival rides and games, farm animals and exhibits, pig races, pie eating contest, talent show live music and more. Admission (includes parking but not rides or games) 16yrs+: $7; 6-15yrs: $5; 5&under: FREE. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville, Maryland 21032  www.aacountyfair.org September 19

H Street Festival

This annual event has quickly emerged as one of DC’s coolest, most eclectic neighborhood festivals. And with H Street’s most popular business and restaurants sponsoring the streetside food and drink stands, music and dance performances, as well as eating contests and so much more, attendees will get the chance to truly experience the uniqueness of this burgeoning arts and entertainment district. FREE! 12-7pm.

H Street between 4th and 14th Streets NE, Washington DC 20002  www.hstreet.org/events/festival September 19-20

12th Annual Alexandria King Street Arts Festival Six blocks of downtown Old Town are transformed into an outdoor gallery featuring over 200 of award-winning artists from the US and abroad and showcases paintings, sculpture, photography, glass, jewelry and more.

Besides outstanding art for viewing and purchase, visitors will find many

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interactive activities and artist demonstrations presented by the local arts community. FREE! Saturday 10am to 7pm; Sunday 10am to 5pm. King Street, from Washington Street east to the Potomac River Waterfront (480 King Street), Alexandria, VA 22314  www.visitalexandriava.com September 19-20

Colonial Market and Fair at Mount Vernon

With 50 colonial-attired artisans at work, visitors to Mount Vernon will be able to observe demonstrations of 18th-century craftwork and purchase traditional wares. This annual fair also features music, fire-eating, swordswallowing, puppet and magic shows.

During fair days, Potomac River sightseeing cruises are free-of-charge.

9am-5pm. Included in regular Estate admission: Adult: $17; Senior (62yrs+): $16; Youth (6-11): $8; 5&under, FREE. Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Alexandria, VA 22309  www.mountvernon.org

Colonial Market and Fair at Mount Vernon

September 24-27

Sunfest 2015

Make the summer last a little longer in Ocean City, MD! The weather is beautiful and there’s plenty to do when Sunfest celebrates its 40th year as Ocean City’s biggest and best festival.

Enjoy four fun-filled days of delicious food, arts and crafts, kites, kids activities and musical entertainment. Concert headliners include Tony Orlando, Wynonna, The Big Noise, Gin Blossoms and The Spin Doctors! FREE! (Evening headline concerts require ticket purchase). Thurs-Sat:10am-10pm, Sun:10am-6pm. Festival activities at Inlet Parking Lot at south end of Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk, Ocean City, MD 21842  www.ococean.com/sunfest September 26

Barracks Row Fall Fest

Capitol Hill’s Barracks Row welcomes the fall season with its signature annual event. Thousands will be on hand to enjoy, among other activities, the annual military chefs competition, tours of the home of the Commandants, sword fights and readings from the Folger Shakespeare Theatre, acrobatic performances from the Trapeze School of New York, and a kids area that includes a petting zoo. With a midway surrounded by the Barracks’ famous Restaurant Row, be prepared to find a patio table, order lunch and watch the scene unfold. FREE! 11am-5pm.

On 8th Street, SE (below Pennsylvania Avenue), Washington, DC 20003  www.barracksrow.org September 27

25th Annual West Annapolis Oktoberfest

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Join the festivities at one of Annapolis’ premier street fairs where everyone can be German for the day. Activities include authentic German food, vendor booths, music, dancing, beer drinking and even a special kids’ zone.

FREE! 10am-5pm. West Annapolis – Annapolis Street from Taylor Ave. to Melvin St., Annapolis, MD 21401  www.westannapolisbusiness.org

For detailed, up to the minute event information, visit us online at DCMetroPlus.com

Sports

WNBA Basketball

WASHINGTON MYSTICS  Verizon Center

MLB Baseball

601 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004  Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Nationals Park

Home Schedule

1500 South Capitol Street, SE Washington, DC 20003 Tickets: (888) 632-NATS (6287)  www.washington.nationals.mlb.com

Monday, September 7 – 1:05pm vs. New York Mets

Home Schedule

Wednesday, September 9 – 7:05pm vs. New York Mets

August

Monday, August 3 – 7:05pm vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Tuesday, August 4 – 7:05pm vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Wednesday, August 5 – 7:05pm vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Thursday, August 6 – 4:05pm vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Friday, August 7 – 7:05pm vs. Colorado Rockies Saturday, August 8– 7:05pm vs. Colorado Rockies Sunday, August 9 – 1:35pm vs. Colorado Rockies Friday, August 21 – 7:05pm vs. Milwaukee Brewers Saturday, August 22 – 7:05pm vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Tuesday, September 8 – 7:05pm vs. New York Mets

Thursday, September 17 – 7:05pm vs. Miami Marlins Friday, September 18 – 7:05 vs. Miami Marlins Saturday, September 19 – 4:05 vs. Miami Marlins Sunday, September 20 – 1:35pm vs. Miami Marlins Monday, September 21 – 7:05pm vs. Baltimore Orioles Tuesday, September 22– 7:05pm vs. Baltimore Orioles Wednesday, September 23 – 7:05pm vs. Baltimore Orioles Friday, September 25 – 7:05pm vs. Philadelphia Phillies Saturday, September 26 – 4:05pm vs. Philadelphia Phillies

Sunday, August 23 – 1:35pm vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Sunday, September 27 – 1:35pm vs. Philadelphia Phillies

Tuesday, August 25 – 7:05pm vs. San Diego Padres

MLS Soccer

Wednesday, August 26 – 7:05pm vs. San Diego Padres

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Thursday, August 27 – 7:05pm vs. San Diego Padres Friday, August 28 – 7:05pm vs. Miami Marlins Saturday, August 29 – 7:05pm vs. Miami Marlins Sunday, August 30 – 1:35pm vs. Miami Marlins September

Thursday, September 3 – 7:05pm vs. Atlanta Braves Friday, September 4 – 7:05pm vs. Atlanta Braves Saturday, September 5 – 7:05am vs. Atlanta Braves Sunday, September 6 – 1:35pm vs. Atlanta Braves

August

Wednesday, August 5 – 7pm vs. San Antonio Stars Sunday, August 9 – 4pm vs. Connecticut Sun Sunday, August 16 – 4pm vs. Minnesota Lynx Sunday, August 23 – 4pm vs. Chicago Sky Friday, August 28 – 7pm vs. Phoenix Mercury September

Tuesday, September 8 – 7pm vs. Indiana Fever Sunday, September 13 – 4pm vs. Atlanta Dream

NFL Football

WASHINGTON REDSKINS  FedEx Field

1600 FedEx Way Landover, MD 20785  Tickets: www.redskins.com

Home Schedule August (Preseason)

DC UNITED

Thursday, August 20 – 7:30pm vs. Detroit Lions

2400 East Capitol Street, SE Washington, DC 20003  Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

September

Home Schedule August

Sunday, September 13 – 1pm vs. Miami Dolphins

Saturday, August 1 – 7pm vs. Real Salt Lake

Sunday, September 20 – 1pm vs. St. Louis Rams

Saturday, August 22 – 7pm vs. San Jose Earthquakes

NHL Hockey

Tuesday, August 25 – 8pm vs. Montego Bay United F.C. (CONCACAF Champions League) September

Tuesday, September 15 – 8pm vs. Arabe Unido (CONCACAF Champions League) Saturday, September 19 – 7pm vs. Crew SC

Thursday, September 3 – 7:30pm vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

WASHINGTON CAPITALS  Verizon Center

601 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004  Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

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Concerts BIRCHMERE  3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305 (703) 549-7500  www.birchmere.com

VERIZON CENTER  601 F Street NW

Washington, DC 20004 (202) 628-3200  www.verizoncenter. monumentalnetwork.com

August 6-7 – 8pm/7pm

Kevin Hart

Gladys Knight

September 12 – 8pm

Madonna

September 22-23 – 7:30pm

Ed Sheeran

WOLF TRAP NATIONAL PARK FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS  Filene Center

1551 Trap Road Vienna, VA 22182 (877) WOLFTRAP  www.wolftrap.org

Santana

August 15 – 7pm

Little Big Town

August 18 – 8pm

ZZ Top and Blackberry Smoke August 19 – 8pm

Frankie Valle and the Four Seasons August 20 – 7pm

Sugar Ray with Better than Ezra and Uncle Kracker

The Seldom Scene

August 22 – 8pm

Gladys Knight and The O’Jays

August 13 – 7:30pm

August 23 – 3pm

Preservation Jazz Band

Beach Boys

August 21 – 7:30pm

August 25 – 7:30pm

Firefall

Santana

August 23 – 7:30pm

September 1 – 7:30pm

War

August 25-26 – 7:30pm

Lenny Kravitz

David Sedaris

September 2 – 8pm

Gregg Allman

Frank Sinatra Jr., Sinatra Sings Sinatra – The Centennial Tour

September 3 – 7:30pm

Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters

September 10 – 8pm

September 5 – 7:30pm

Gipsy Kings

The Seldom Scene

September 11 – 8pm

September 10-11 – 7:30pm

Jackson Browne

Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell DAR CONSTITUTION HALL  1776 D Street, NW Washington, DC 20006 (202) 628-4780  www.dar.org/conthall

September 14 – 7:30pm

Josh Groban

September 12-13 – 7pm

Kelly Clarkson and Pentatonix Culture Club

Kelly Clarkson

August 2 – 7pm

David Sedaris

Nick Jonas

August 10 – 7pm

Culture Club

August 12 – 7pm

NATIONALS PARK  1500 South Capitol Street, SE

Washington, DC 20003  www.washington.nationals.mlb.com

August 14 – 7pm

Zac Brown Band & The Avett Brothers

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Jim Gaffigan

August 13 – 7pm

Counting Crows Somewhere Under Wonderland Tour August 14 – 8pm

Lyle Lovett and His Large Band

A PICTURESQUE WATERFRONT SETTING The Occoquan Harbour Marina is now the proud home of the best Contemporary American Fine Dining establishment on the banks of the Occoquan River.

Conveniently located on Route 1 at the The Occoquan Harbour Marina 13188 Marina Way Woodbridge, VA 22191

Waterfront Dining

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ummer’s end doesn’t mean outdoor dining has to end. Fall’s cooler climes make it the perfect time of year to experience an al fresco meal while you take in some of the DC area’s best water views. From the Washington Harbour in Georgetown to Old Town to historic Occoquan, metro area diners have no shortage of restaurants where they can enjoy a fabulous meal and take in the spectacular waterfront views.

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WAshington Harbour The Washington Harbour in Georgetown is the perfect spot for diners who love great food, people watching, and some of the best views of the Potomac River.

Farmers Fishers Bakers  3050 K Street, NW

Washington, DC 20007 202.298.8783  www.farmersfishersbakers.com

Farmers Fishers Bakers serves up an American menu featuring a diverse selection of farmhouse and regionallyinspired dishes prepared from scratch using only the freshest, seasonal ingredients. The menu honors the farmers who provide the food the chefs prepare and the restaurant’s goal of crafting dishes with seasonal ingredients from abundant and healthy sources. With an in-house bakery, a sushi counter, a full bar with 24 beer taps, a full-service restaurant and a yearround patio with striking water views, Farmers Fishers Bakers has something for everyone.

Fiola Mare

 3050 K Street NW, Suite 101

Washington DC 20007 Enter at 31st St & waterfront 202.628.0065  fiolamaredc.com

A meal at Fiola Mare is like a delicious vacation without the airport hassles. The restaurant gives diners a seaside dining experience typically found along the coasts of Italy and the Mediterranean. At Fiola Mare hospitality and stellar service are as important as preparing and serving the highest quality seafood and wines. Whether you make your selections from the raw bar, pasta or seafood, you’ll dine on elegant dishes prepared using the freshest seasonal and sustainable ingredients. A great meal combined with the restaurant’s fabulous views of sunset over the Key Bridge make for a wonderful evening. Watching your diet? Choose a dish from their lighter, lower calorie Maria menu. Need to grab lunch in a hurry? The Presto! menu at the bar will get you in and out in a hurry.

Nick’s Riverside Grill  3050 K Street, NW

Washington, DC 20007 202.342.3535  www.nicksriversidegrill.com

Bison Tacos, Maryland Style Crab Cakes and authentic pasta dishes are just a few of the menu standouts at Nick’s Riverside Grill. A Georgetown Harbour favorite, Nick’s is a family restaurant in the truest sense of the word. It’s owned and operated by Nick Cibel - a native Washingtonian, his father, brother and cousin. Nick’s serves up fine American fare on the banks of the Potomac. Stop in for a meal in their dining room or outdoor terrace and you’ll get the bonus of spectacular views of the Kennedy Center, Roosevelt Island the the Washington Harbour Fountains.

Orange Anchor  3050 K Street, NW

Washington, DC 20007 202.802.9990  www.orangeanchordc.com

A scratch kitchen and craft bar share top billing with the extraordinary views at Orange Anchor. This nautical themed restaurant dishes up fine dining in a casual environment.

Stop in weekdays from 5:00pm - 6:00pm for Oyster Hour, featuring $1 oysters prepared four different ways: Grilled, Chilled, Fried or Champagne. Boaters can look forward to boat delivery service coming soon. In addition to great food, Orange Anchor also offers an extensive beverage menu, including a large selection of rare rums, wines and handcrafted cocktails.

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Tony & Joe’s Seafood

Sequoia

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Washington, DC 20007 202.944.4200

Sequoia is known for its floor to ceiling windows and magnificent views of Georgetown Harbour and the Virginia skyline.

Named for the Presidential yacht U.S.S. Sequoia, the restaurant’s design centers around a classical nautical theme. Dine indoors to take in the stunning fiber optic chandeliers that adorn the main dining room or Sequoia’s modern American classics and seafood on their expansive, three-tiered deck overlooking the Potomac. Happy hour at Sequoia is the place to be (and be seen). Stop in weekdays between 4:00pm-7:00pm for a Sequoia Champagne Cocktail or a Rum Rebellion.

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Washington, DC 20007 202.944.4545  www.tonyandjoes.com

The massive deck at Tony & Joe’s seats 200, making it an excellent choice for people-watching and relishing the view and seafood favorites they’re known for. You can spy the Washington Monument, Roosevelt Island and the Key Bridge while noshing on clam chowder, seafood gumbo or one of their enormous sandwiches served with a pile of crispy golden fries. Mussels, clams, calamari and shrimp are just a few of the seafood delicacies Tony & Joe’s is known for. Drop in on Sunday to get a taste of their award-winning brunch buffet or try half price oysters during Happy Hour, weekdays at the bar from 4:00pm-7:00pm.

Old Town Alexandria

Chart House

 1 Cameron Street

Alexandria, VA 22314 703.684.5080

Diners at Old Town Alexandria’s Chart House can take advantage of the city’s best view of the river, whether outside on the patio or inside the dining room. The chefs here have perfected cuisine that infuses local flavors with a touch of the exotic. Their menu features a daily selection of fresh fish and new twists on old favorites, like Crab Cake Benedict, Blackened Prime Rib & Eggs and Macadamia Nut French Toast. The Chart House’s prime location in Old Town makes it easy to access Alexandria’s other treasures before or after your meal as George Washington’s townhouse and Market Square. Chart House is also a hot spot for Sunday brunch and weeknight happy hour.

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Occoquan

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 13188 Marina Way

Woodbridge, VA 22191 703.910.6641

Located in the Occoquan Marina, Blu 1681 offers a contemporary American fine dining menu on the banks of the Potomac River. Their waterfront-inspired cuisine is served on their grandiose riverside deck or their nicely-appointed main dining room, both of which offer sweeping views of the marina. Diners can choose from a diverse menu of Modern American cuisine paired with American classics and numerous seafood offerings. The restaurant pays homage to the Dogue Native Americans, an Algonquian tribe that lived and farmed corn and other crops along the Occoquan River in the 1600’s, by popping fresh popcorn for guests.

Madigan’s Waterfront Seafood Restaurant  201 Mill Street

Occoquan, VA 22125 703.494.6373

If you love seafood, it’s worth the trip to Occoquan for a meal at Madigan’s. Located right on the waterfront, their menus – even the kids’ menu - is chock full of fresh seafood favorites.

Fresh oysters are available year round; seafood is fresh daily and Madigan’s steaks are choice cut and individually chosen. Weather permitting, ask for a table on the Topside Deck so you can watch for Ospreys flying down the river while you dine.

Madigan’s has live entertainment and karaoke regularly. After dinner, take a stroll through historic Occoquan to complete your day.

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OFF THE TOUR GUIDE MAP

by Amy Trotter Houston

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ashington Monument, seen it. American History Museum, been there. Stand in a long line to catch a glimpse of the Constitution at the National Archives, done that. Photo of the family in front of the White House, yep. Capitol Hill, National Mall, Air and Space Museum – check, check, check. Now what?

While the famous monuments and museums of Washington, DC are the obvious and most important things to see on one’s first visits, what should you do after that?

Whether you live in the metro area or are visiting from out of town, there are oodles more things to do, and they make it a fantastic way to see DC with fresh eyes.

Here are a few way to see Washington, DC off the tour guide map:

EASTERN MARKET

Natty Neighborhoods DC neighborhoods are best explored on foot, whether shopping the boutiques in Georgetown or sampling the restaurants near Dupont Circle. Stroll up Massachusetts Avenue to admire the foreign embassies along Embassy Row; make a game out of guessing the country flags. From Dupont Circle, take the bus to Adams Morgan for a more laidback side of the DCMetroPlus.com • August/September 2015 •

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Library of Congress

city. Taste the whiskeys at Jack Rose Dining Saloon or German street food at Döner Bistro.

Head to Eastern Market for unique souvenirs and picnic supplies at the namesake historic market hall, where you’ll also find the work of local artisans. Unearth treasures at the Sunday Flea Market at Eastern Market.

Capitol Hill Books is where book lovers can get lost in the stacks spread over two floors of an old townhouse.

Restaurants abound and along nearby Barracks Row you can have breakfast at Ted’s Bulletin. Return later for dinner and a Belgian ale at Belga Café.

Check out the music scene along U Street NW and stop in at Bohemian Caverns, where DC’s own Duke Ellington performed, as did Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Cab Calloway. There is a vibrant food scene along the H Street Corridor where you can stand in line for ramen at Toki Underground or grab fish and chips at The Queen Vic. Cultural Experiences Washington, DC breathes culture with an unending array of music, dance, theater and more. Take in a show at Synetic Theater where movement and innovation combine for an unforgettable experience. The intimate

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Folger Theatre brings to life the works of William Shakespeare and others.

One of the best concert experiences can be had at The Kennedy Center.

Here, each evening at 6:00 p.m., the Millennium Stage hosts free concerts.

Enjoy the performance and take in a view of the Potomac River from the Roof Terrace Restaurant. Jazz enthusiasts can head to the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden for free Friday night concerts through August.

For pure pomp make reservations for the Evening Parade at Marine Barracks Washington, DC at 8th and I Streets.

The precision marching and music are sure to make the heart swell with pride.

Performances are Fridays from 8:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. through the end of August.

If culture is defined as “human intellectual achievement” then no trip is complete without a visit to the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress. A feast for the eyes, the interior includes murals, mosaics, and Corinthian columns – lots of them.

Highlights include the Bob Hope Gallery, Gershwin Room, Gutenberg Bible and, of course, the spectacular Main Reading Room. Free public tours are given Monday through Saturday.

Sporting Events Late summer is the ideal time to take in a baseball game at Nationals Park when the weather is slightly less humid, but the roar of the crowd is just as intoxicating. Hop metro’s green line to Navy Yard and head for the stadium. Not only is the park beautifully constructed with a scoreboard so big you won’t need your glasses to read it, but the food options are diverse and delicious. Enjoy a burger and fries from Shake Shack, half-smokes at Ben’s Chili Bowl or a sit down meal at Red Porch Restaurant.

Settle into a seat with a cold beverage and a hotdog or peanuts, and simply enjoy the crack of a bat as it connects with the baseball. Be on the lookout for fly balls and, if you catch one, flex your muscles for the camera! Special to the Nationals are the Racing Presidents who make a run for it during the fourth inning. Tip: Pose for photos with the Presidents and their “Secret Service” agents (no kidding).

If baseball isn’t your game, check out the professional soccer and tennis teams. Imagine bending it like Beckham while cheering on DC United and Washington Spirit from the stands and marvel at the athletic prowess on the pitch. The Washington Kastles are garnering new fans with their high-energy matches that include cheerleaders and mascots, as well as an intimate stadium venue. You’ll never look at Wimbledon the same after experiencing tennis this way.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Synetic Theater

Final Thoughts Consider putting the camera down once in a while and really take a look at these cool historic places without the barrier of a viewfinder. Take your time simply because you never know what you might discover. Who knows? You might find some new places to add to your list. Lincoln’s Cottage, check. Darth Vader gargoyle at the National Cathedral, check.

Corpse flower at the U.S. Botanic Garden… well, maybe before lunch.

Helpful Hints and Travel Tips The Lexus Presidents Club has some of the best seats at Nationals Park. Partake of great food, sit behind home plate, and check out the action in the batting cages. Club walls are lined with photos of U.S. Presidents throwing out the first pitch. It’s worth the price of admission.

Scheduled track work is often done on the metro rail network on weekends. Be sure to check the train schedule so you’re not left waiting on the platform.

Stay near the White House at the French-inspired Sofitel Washington, DC Lafayette Square with dining at ICI Urban Bistro and cocktails in Le Bar. Splurge for the luxurious Presidential Suite, if you like. Another choice close to the downtown attractions is The Westin Washington, DC City Center, which is also within easy walking distance of Dupont Circle.

more. If you travel often, use the accrued points to make a trip to DC more affordable. It’s a great way to treat your family or friends to a special weekend away. More info: www.spgweekends.com and www.spg.com/moments.

Getting Around Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, known more succinctly as Metro, includes the metrorail system and buses. Purchase a rechargable SmarTrip® farecard for easy access to metro trains and buses. More info: www.wmata.com Capital Bikeshare offers over 3,000 bikes at 350 stations throughout Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Montgomery County, Maryland. For information on how it works visit www.capitalbikeshare.com.

Other Options You can reserve a car via Uber or hail a taxi on the street. DC Pedicab has sightseeing tours. Check out: www.dcpedicab.com. Lastly, DC is laid out in a grid system and once you get the hang of it, walking around is pretty easy.

The SOFITEL

Use Loyalty Points If you accumulate points through hotel loyalty programs, a weekend in Washington, DC is closer than you might think. As an example, Starwood Preferred Guests (SPG®) earn Starpoints® that may be redeemed for free night stays, room upgrades, and even transferred for airline tickets, though some restrictions may apply.

Starwood also offers members the opportunity to bid on extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime VIP experiences: backstage passes, special sporting events, private tours, and

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UPCOMING EVENTS • Edible Food Fest, August 8 • Orange Street Festival, September 5 • Liberty Mills Farm Corn Maze Opens, September 12 • Constitution Day, Taste Freedom Wine Festival & Liberty Ride Horse Trail Ride, September 19

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Theater

See what’s playing on stages in and around DC

Dear Evan Hansen – Arena Stage

ARENA STAGE  1101 Sixth Street, SW 

Washington, DC 20024 (202) 488-3300 www.arenastage.org

Through August 23 in the Kreeger Theater

Dear Evan Hansen

This new musical from Director Michael Greif (Rent, Next To Normal and If/Then) offers a unique look at connections lost and found as two families seek answers to some of the hardest questions life could ever ask them. A contemporary story of hope, heartache and the things in life we can’t live without—friends, family and a sense of belonging— it features a score by Tony Award nominees Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (A Christmas Story, Dogfight) and an original book

by Steven Levenson (Masters of Sex).

September 11-October 18 in the Kreeger Theater

Destiny of Desire

Arena brings another world-premiere to the stage with this new comedy, part of the Women’s Voices Theater Festival.

Fully infused with the Latin American telenovela genre’s high drama and burning passion, this fast-paced modern comedy sets the stage for two outrageous misfortunes to grow into one remarkable destiny!

The Book of Mormon – Kennedy Center

CENTERSTAGE  700 North Calvert Street

FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARY  201 East Capitol Street, SE

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Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 332-0033 www.centerstage.org

September 11–October 11

Pride and Prejudice

Jane Austen’s mastery of manners and morals will be on full display in this world premiere production of her beloved masterpiece. In the Bennet sisters’ 19th-century English world, marriage is the prize, but for secondeldest, Lizzy, companionship trumps blind courtship. Enter Mr. Darcy, and one of literature’s most iconic and tempestuous romances takes flight. Journey through a world quite unlike—and yet perhaps not so different from—our own, as Lizzy and Darcy learn that first impressions aren’t all they seem, and that second chances can lead to answers that have been there the entire time.

Washington, DC 20003 (202) 544-7077 www.folger.edu

September 19–October 4

texts&beheadings/ElizabethR Drawing in part on Elizabeth I’s letters and other material in the Folger collection, this devised theatre piece uses Elizabeth’s own words to reveal her wit, courage, and extraordinary love of her people. Four actresses portray the resilient queen in this compelling, multilingual drama. Through poems, prayers, and private letters, the woman who swore that she would not make windows into men’s souls reveals her own. Performed by Compagnia de’ Colombari, this new work is part of the Women’s Voices Festival.

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KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS  2700 F Street, NW

SCENA  ATLAS Performing Arts Center

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Washington, DC 20566 (202) 467-4600 www.kennedy-center.org

Through August 16 in the Opera House

The Book of Mormon

The smash musical and nine-time Tony Award winner returns to DC! The Broadway phenomenon from the creators of South Park has been hailed as “the best musical of this century” by the New York Times.

Through August 16 in the Eisenhower Theater

Once

Theatrically breathtaking, the eighttime 2012 Tony Award–winning musical tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs.

August 21–September 12 in the Sprenger Theatre

The Importance of Being Earnest

Escape summer’s swelter with Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy of errors!

Scena’s gender-bending production of Earnest is back by popular demand —reset in the decadent, roaring 20s and with a sexy, surprising twist. Jack and Algy have it all, thanks to carefully crafted double-lives—until love and marriage enter the equation. Jack loves Gwendolyn. Algy loves Cecily. Yet, both women insist on marrying the elusive and mysterious “Earnest”. When true identities are revealed, will all live happily ever after?

SIGNATURE THEATRE  4200 Campbell Avenue

IMAGINATION STAGE  4908 Auburn Avenue 

Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 280-1660 www.imaginationstage.org

Through August 14

Double Trouble (AKA The Parent Trap)

Lottie and Lisa are ten-year-old twins who are being raised separately by their divorced parents. When the girls meet unexpectedly at Camp Kästner Summer Camp they discover their true relationship, and the high stakes, madcap adventure begins. Having switched places, the girls discover that their deception is hard to sustain. Will their parents be convinced that the sisters belong together? Best for Ages 5+

1333 H Street NE Washington, DC 20002 (202) 399-7993 www.scenatheatre.org

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(Shirlington Village) Arlington, VA 22206 (703) 820-9771 www.signature-theatre.org

August 11–September 20

The Fix

When a popular presidential candidate dies in his mistress’s arms, his ambitious wife immediately declares that if she can’t be the wife of the president, then she’ll be the mother of the president – and thrusts their lackluster son into the spotlight in this outrageous musical comedy. With a rock-laced, eclectic score and scandalous lyrics that skewer the American bureaucratic machine, it’s The Manchurian Candidate meets Caligula. Don’t miss this darkly brilliant, over-the-top, audaciously fun ride through the shenanigans of political elections.

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Synetic Theater

SYNETIC THEATER  1800 South Bell Street

Arlington, VA (Crystal City) 22202 (800) 494-8497 www.synetictheater.org 

Through August 9

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Midsummer returns mid-Summer!

Synetic masterfully brings back their highly lauded rendition of the classic play, utilizing dance, acrobatics, and mime to create a fun and relatable adaptation of Shakespeare’s timeless comedy. Don’t miss this fantastical, darkly playful game of love, mistaken identity and the supernatural.

THE THREESIXTY THEATER  Tyson Corner Center

8200 Watson Street McLean, VA 22102  www.peterpan360.com/event/ washington

Through August 16

Peter Pan

Fly off to Neverland with the Darling children in this innovative, fully immersive production, which The Boston Globe called “truly jawdropping.” Held in the one-of-a-kind Threesixty Theatre, this exciting new take on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale sets the actors down right in the middle of the audience, combining theater-inthe-round with a 360-degree projected backdrop to create dazzling flying sequences 40 feet in the air. Chock-full of action and enchanting puppets, this is Peter Pan for the 21st century.

Experience all the fun and adventure of this beloved story like never before.

friends that entertained you in the past through comic strips and books, radio and television shows, films, cartoons, and so much more? The museum exhibits nearly 6,000 pop culture artifacts including comics, toys, dolls, games and memorabilia of every conceivable category. Journey from the late 1700s to the present day and revisit favorite characters like Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, Mickey Mouse, Barbie, G.I. Joe, and many more. Geppi’s Entertainment Museum is the home of “pop culture with character!” This is a museum that’s fun for the whole family!

HILLWOOD ESTATE MUSEUM AND GARDEN  4155 Linnean Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008  Adult: $15; Senior: $12; Student: $10; Child (ages 6-18): $5  www.hillwoodmuseum.org

New!

Ingénue to Icon: 70 Years of Fashion From the Collection of Marjorie Merriweather Post National Portrait Gallery – Eye Pop: The Celebrity Gaze

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special Things await inside these excellent galleries and museums

CRIME MUSEUM  575 7th Street, NW

Washington, DC 20004  Adult: $21.95; Child (5-11yrs): $14.95; Law Enforcement, Military & Seniors (60+) w/ID: $19.95 (web discounts available)  www.crimemuseum.org

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Attacks on America: The Fight Against Terrorism & Hate Crimes

Crime Museum’s newest exhibit explores terrorist attacks committed on American soil and also addresses a topic that is often in the headlines — hate crimes.

With the goal of educating the public on how these crimes are classified and what they look like today, it will also include visuals and objects such as a runner’s medal and bib from the Boston Marathon Bombing, a Ku Klux

Klan ceremonial robe, a noose from a lynching, and the gun used in the 2012 attack aimed at the Family Research Council in Washington, DC. GEPPI’S ENTERTAINMENT MUSEUM  301 W. Camden Street

The first exhibition at Hillwood to present Marjorie Post’s full range of style, Ingénue to Icon examines how Post’s lifelong passion for objects that were exceptionally beautiful and impeccably constructed extended to her taste for clothing. Even before she became a celebrated connoisseur and assembled a renowned decorative arts collection, Post developed a keen interest in clothing and a great appreciation for the richness of fabrics, expert tailoring, and elegant design. Discover the elegant designs, sumptuous fabrics, and fashionable styles that distinguished seven decades of Marjorie Post’s apparel through the carefully selected collection of gowns, dresses, outfits, and accessories that represent the evolution of twentieth-century fashion.

Baltimore, MD 21201 (410) 625-7060  Adult: $10; Senior (55+): $9; Student (5-18): $7; Child (under 4): FREE  www.geppismuseum.com

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The Ultimate Pop Culture Experience!

Come journey through 250 years of American pop culture, located in historic Camden Station at Camden Yards in Baltimore Maryland, just a few blocks from the city’s famed Inner Harbor.

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NEWSEUM  555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20001  Adult: $22.95; Senior (65+): $18.95 Child (7-18): $13.95; Child (6 & younger): Free  www.newseum.org

Through September 12

Reporting Vietnam

National Geographic Museum – Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology

NATIONAL ARCHIVES  700 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20408  FREE!  www.archives.gov

Permanent Exhibit

The Charters of Freedom: Our Nation’s Founding Documents

This Independence Day visit the Archive’s Rotunda to view and take a fresh look at the Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights. Using historical documents from the holdings of the National Archives, this exhibit seeks to answer two key questions about the Charters: “How did they happen?” and “Why are they important?” The Rotunda exhibit also touches on the roles played by women and slaves in the Revolutionary War. Don’t miss the remarkable story of Elizabeth Burgin’s heroic role in a successful plot to free soldiers from British prison ships.

The Rotunda, which includes the Exhibit Hall, is located on Constitution Avenue NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MUSEUM  1145 17th Street NW

Washington, DC 20036  Adult: $15; Member/Military/Senior/ Student: $12; Child (5-12): $10  www.nationalgeographic.com

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Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology

For over 30 years, audiences around the world have followed Indiana Jones on his quests for adventure, fortune, and glory. This new exhibition features real fascinating archaeological artifacts, along with an extensive collection of

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original Indiana Jones™ film materials that will take visitors on the adventure of a lifetime. Featured are an extensive collection of original Indiana Jones film materials from the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, along with photography, video and stories from National Geographic and impressive artifacts from the collections of the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. Visitors will use an interactive, handheld device which will guide them on the “Indy Trail” and through various archaeological zones.

The exhibit features a vast, exclusive collection of original Indy props, models, concept art and costumes as well as a wealth of historical and cultural context and objects including an array of authentic archaeological artifacts.

NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY  8th and F Streets NW

Washington, DC 20001  FREE!  www.npg.si.edu

NEW!

Eye Pop: The Celebrity Gaze

Brad Pitt, Oprah Winfrey, Katy Perry, Britney Spears, Peter Dinklage, Eminem, Michelle Obama, Eva Longoria, Serena Williams, and Kobe Bryant, are just some of the people featured in this new exhibition that presents 53 portraits of luminaries who have been at the top of their fields. See them in drawings, paintings, video portraits, photographs, sculpture, and prints. Many of these works of art have never been publicly displayed and all recent additions to the museum’s collection. Taken together, these portraits allow us to question celebrity and peel back its layers.

This provocative new exhibit marks the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War, America’s first televised war, with an exploration of the dramatic stories of how journalists brought news about the war to a divided nation. Powerful photos and news footage, evocative music and more than 90 compelling artifacts, historic newspapers and magazines take visitors back to experience a time when America was at war and young people were rejecting the conservative values of their parents. The exhibit includes more than 100 dramatic images, including memorable Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs that have come to symbolize the struggle both in Vietnam and at home. Located on Level 6 National Portrait Gallery – Eye Pop: The Celebrity Gaze

PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM of ART  2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19130  Adult: $20; Senior (65+): $18; Youth (13-18)/Student (w/ID): $14 Child (12 & under):Free  www.philamuseum.org

Through September 13

Discovering the Impressionists: Paul DurandRuel and the New Painting

Visit the country’s third-largest art museum and uncover how art dealer Paul Durand-Ruel played a pivotal role in the rise of Impressionism, inspiring and sustaining artists like Monet, Renoir, Manet, Pissarro, and Degas. The visionary Parisian art dealer enthusiastically championed their radical new style of painting and the extraordinary quality of the Impressionist paintings that were once part of his gallery’s stock is a testament to the dealer’s deep personal relationships with the now-celebrated artists, his unwavering belief in contemporary painting, and his substantial business acumen.

Opening September 12

The Wrath of the Gods: Masterpieces by Rubens, Michelangelo and Titian

This exhibition focuses on the masterpiece Prometheus Bound, a singular

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vision of pain, torment, and creative struggle by Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens. This unprecedented exhibition places the work—one of the most important and beloved in the Museum’s collection—in conversation with paintings, drawings, and prints that inspired it. Highlights include Michelangelo’s Tityus, perhaps the artist’s most famous drawing, and Titian’s Tityus, the largest nonreligious painting on canvas of the entire Renaissance. The Wrath of the Gods offers a fresh opportunity to delve deeply into the creative process of one of art history’s most important figures.

PORT DISCOVERY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM  35 Market Place

Baltimore, MD 21202  Ages 2 and up:$14.50 (Military discounts available); Members and children younger than two: FREE; Discount “Family Fun Night” 3rd Friday of the Month  www.portdiscovery.org

Through September 20

LEGO Castle Adventure

Builders of all ages are invited to explore, build and play in this new traveling exhibition – LEGO® Castle Adventure! In this exhibit kids and their families are transported to a LEGO® kingdom where they too can become master castle builders, using one of the greatest building materials of all time – LEGO bricks. Visitors will be immersed in castle-life through experiences and activities including: exploring the inside of the royal castle full of LEGO brick decorations, the king and queen’s thrones and secret passageways. Climb into the lookout tower and defend the castle walls. Children of all ages are sure to enjoy!

LEGO Castle Adventure

Potrait of Paul Durand-Ruel by Renoir

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Museums and Attractions Smithsonian American Art Museum The Smithsonian American Art Museum captures the aspirations, character and imagination of the American people throughout three

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centuries. It is the home to one of the largest and most inclusive collections of American art in the world. The museum has the largest collection of New Deal art and the finest collections of contemporary craft, American impressionist paintings, and masterpieces from the Gilded Age.  8th and F Streets, N.W., Washington, D.C.

20004 (202)633-7970/202-633-1000  Gallery Place – Chinatown Station (Green/Red/Yellow lines) Exit Galleries  www.americanart.si.edu  Daily 11:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closed December 25 (check website for private event closings)  Free

Arlington National Cemetery

Smithsonian American Art Museum

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Situated on 612 acres, the cemetery is the resting place of nearly a quartermillion military veterans and dignitaries.

An eternal flame flickers at the grave of John F. Kennedy. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and two of the couple’s children are also buried there. Also view the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, attended 24 hours a day by members of the 3rd U.S. Infantry.

Arlington National Cemetary

Entrance at west side of Memorial Bridge.

Self-guided or paid shuttle tour available.

Parking lot. Free Visitors Center closes an hour after the cemetery.  1000 N. Memorial Dr., Arlington, VA

22211, (877) 907-8585  Arlington Cemetery Station (Blue Line)  www.arlingtoncemetery.mil  Daily, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

(5 p.m. October - March)  Free (Ticketed trolley tour is available; see price and special activities on website)

Bureau of Engraving And Printing

August 29, 2012 marks the 150th anniversary of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. See millions of dollars printed during your tour of the BEP. The 40-minute tours are free but tickets are required during peak season (first Monday in March through the last Friday in August). There is an introductory film and gallery tour of the production process.  14th & C Sts, SW, Washington, D.C.

(202) 874-2330 or 1 (866) 874-2330  Smithsonian Metro Station (Blue/Orange lines)  www.moneyfactory.gov  Tours are: Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. (every 15 min.) – 6 p.m. (April – August). Mon – Friday 9 a.m. (and every 15 min.) – 3:30 pm  The ticket booth on Raoul Wallenberg Place (formerly 15th Street) is open at 8 a.m. Monday through Friday, with the exception of Federal holidays, from 8 a.m. until all tickets are distributed.

Crime Museum

This interactive and simulated situation museum in Penn Quarter dissects both the concept of crime and the dark side of the criminal mind. It explores the techniques used by law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute. Enter a crime scene to solve a case in a real crime scene lab. Drive in a police academy training pursuit. The museum houses the actual “America’s Most Wanted” stage set.  575 7th St., N.W.

Washington, D.C. 20004 (202) 393-1099  Gallery Place/Chinatown Station (Yellow/ Green/Red lines) Exit Arena- Street parking and garages nearby www.crimemuseum.org   Hours of operation are subject to seasonal changes. Check website for details.  Adults ($21.95); Seniors, Military & Police ($19.95); Children over age 5 ($14.95). Last ticket sold an hour prior to close. Check website for event closures.

DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) Museum and Visitors Center

An interactive museum that traces the history and impact of drugs on American society and the efforts of federal law enforcement to combat the problem and educate the public.  700 Army Navy Dr.

Arlington, VA 22202 (202) 307-3463  Pentagon City (Blue/Yellow lines)  www.deamuseum.org  Tues. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Free

Folger Shakespeare Theatre-Library

This is the home of the world’s largest and finest collection of Shakespearean materials and Renaissance books, manuscripts and works of art. The Folger Shakespeare Library captures the Bard of Avon, his times, and his legacy through changing exhibitions and the permanent Shakespeare Gallery. The landmark building includes a replica of the Globe Theatre. It was a gift to the nation donated by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay Folger in 1932.  201 East Capitol Street, S.E., Washington,

D.C. 20003; (202) 544-4600 or Box Office for tickets (202) 544-7077  Capitol South Station (Blue/Orange lines - 4 blocks) Union Station Station (Red lines - 6 blocks)  www.folger.edu  Mon.-Sat., 10a.m. - 5p.m., Sun. 12- 5 p.m.

Closed Oct. 1-12 (installation of exhibit) Nov. 22 and Dec. 25.  Free. Group tours arranged by calling (202) 675-0336

Ford’s Theatre Museum

The newly renovated museum transports visitors to 19th-century Washington, tracing Lincoln’s presidency from his arrival to his assassination using environmental re-creations, videos, three-dimensional figures and a remarkable collection of historic artifacts. The theatre is a working historical theatre, monument, world-class museum and educational center. Ford’s Theatre celebrates the legacy, values, and ideals of our nation’s 16th President and explores the American experience through theatre and education.  201 East Capitol Street, S.E., Washington,

D.C. 20003 511 10th St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20004 (202) 347-4833  Metro Center Station (Red/Blue/Orange lines) – Exit G and 11th Streets (Street parking and garage parking). www.fords.org   Daily: Theatre 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The box office will stay open until 8 p.m. when there is an evening performance.

Petersen House and Education Center 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving and Dec. 25. Admission: Free; but you must have a ticket that may be reserved online (www.ticketmaster.com or (800) 982-2787 – processing fee $2.50/ person) or at the Ford’s Theatre box office.

Freer Gallery of Art & Arthur M. Sackler Gallery

The Galleries house a world-renowned collection of more than 40,000 Asian art objects from countries including China, Japan, and Korea, and from South and Southeast Asia. Besides Asian art, the Freer Gallery of Art houses a collection of 19th- and early 20th-century American art, including the world’s largest number of works by AmericanFranklin D. Roosevelt Memorial born, British-based artist James McNeill Whistler.  FREER – Jefferson Drive at 12th St., S.W.

Freer Gallery of Art

artifacts, and interactive displays. The most famous dentures in the world are on permanent display, along with three life-size models of Washington created from a forensic investigation. An action adventure movie, video presentations by the History Channel, and an “immersive” Revolutionary War experience with falling snow and fog all help tell Washington’s life story. The historic area features the restored mansion, original outbuildings, the tomb where the Washingtons are buried, beautiful gardens, and heritage breed animals that work at a four-acre farm site near the river.  3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway

Mount Vernon, VA 22121, (703) 780-2000  Huntington Station (Yellow Line) Take taxi or bus  www.mountvernon.org   Daily, Mar. 31 – Aug., 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Mar., Sept., Oct., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Nov. – Feb. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.  $18/adults, $9/children (6-11), 5 and under are free. Guests can save one dollar by purchasing admission in advance at the ticket window. See website for group prices.

Washington, D.C. 20013 SACKLER – 1050 Independence Ave., S.W. Washington, D.C. 20013 (202) 633-1000  Smithsonian Metro Station (Orange/Blue lines)  www.asia.si.edu  Daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

(Closed on Dec. 25th)  Free. Limited street parking.

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate And Garden George Washington’s riverside estate is a landmark of the life of America’s first president. It includes facilities with 25 galleries and theaters, and more than 700

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Museums and Attractions Hillwood Estate Museum and Garden

Marjorie Merriweather Post’s former estate is now a museum housing the most comprehensive collection of Russian imperial art outside of Russia, a distinguished 18th-century French decorative art collection, and offering twenty-five acres of serene landscaped gardens and natural woodlands for all to enjoy. From the captivating life of Marjorie Post to the exquisitely maintained mansion and gardens, the Hillwood experience outshines even the Fabergé eggs.  4155 Linnean Avenue, N.W.

Washington, D.C. 20008 (202) 686-8500  www.hillwoodmuseum.org  Tues – Sat., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., select Sundays  Adults $15 suggested donation

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

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One of the “big five” modern art museums in the United States, the Hirshhorn Museum boasts an excellent collection of art from the post-WW2 period. It has a strong emphasis on art created in the last 50 years. The building itself is also an attraction, with a unique design that is unlike anything else in the city.  700 Independence Ave S.W.

Washington, D.C. 20560 (202) 633-4674  www.hirshhorn.si.edu  Daily, except December 25th Museum: 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Plaza: 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Garden: 7:30 a.m.

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International Spy Museum Celebrating its 13th anniversary, this is the nation’s first public institution dedicated solely to espionage, shedding light on an all-but-invisible profession.

The museum maintains the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever placed on public display.

Visitors are invited to test their espionage skills throughout the museum.

Take on the role of a former spy memorizing specific details and see if you can keep your “cover.”  800 F St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20004 (202) 393-7798, (866) 779-6873 Parking: meters and lots  Gallery Place Metro Station (Yellow/Red/Green lines) Arena Exit  www.spymuseum.org

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International Spy Museum

 Daily 10 a.m.– 6 p.m.  Adults ages 12-64 $21.95; Senior ages 65+, Military/Intelligence Community $15.95; Child ages 5-11 $14.95; Children age 6 & under are free

Iwo Jima Memorial (U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial) The monumental bronze sculpture masterfully captures Joseph Rosenthall’s Pulitzer Prize winning World War II photo of five Marines and a Navy corpsman raising the U.S. flag on Mount Suribachi’s summit.  Arlington Blvd. Off Route 50

near Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, VA 22211 Free Street Parking (703) 289-2500  Rosslyn or Arlington Cemetery (Orange/Blue/Silver Lines)  www.nps.gov/gwmp/ marinecorpswarmemorial.htm  Daily, 6 a.m. – Midnight

Library Of Congress

The world’s largest library houses Thomas Jefferson’s own collection among its over 20 million books. Visit the three buildings that have scheduled tours and enjoy free exhibits, concerts and films. Explore the Jefferson Building, know for its impressive 19thcentury architecture. Don’t miss the Gutenberg Bible.

 101 Independence Ave, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20540 (202) 707-8000  Capitol South Metro (Blue/Orange lines)  www.loc.gov  Mon. – Sat. 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Years holidays  Free

Lincoln Memorial

“In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever.” Beneath these words, the 16th President of the United States—the Great Emancipator and preserver of the nation during the Civil War—sits immortalized in marble. As an enduring symbol of freedom, the Lincoln Memorial attracts anyone who seeks inspiration and hope.

Lincoln Memorial

 2 Lincoln Memorial Circle, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037 (202) 426-6841  www.nps.gov/linc  The public may visit the Lincoln Memorial 24 hours a day. However rangers are on duty to answer questions from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. daily and to provide interpretive programs every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m.

The Lyceum: Alexandria’s History Museum

Once used as a Civil War hospital, the Lyceum tells the story of Alexandria, once one of the busiest ports in America.

Archaeological finds, old photography, maps, original artworks and a wide variety of historic artifacts provide the visitor with a picture of the city’s past. In 1985 The Lyceum became the History Museum for Alexandria, Virginia.  201 S. Washington St.

Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 746-4994  King Street Station (Blue/Yellow lines) King Street Trolley  www.alexandriava.gov/Lyceum  Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sun. 1– 5 p.m.  $2/person

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial

This memorial honors Dr. King’s legacy of national and international contributions to world peace through non-violent social change. As the first monument on the National Mall to honor a man of color—and only the fourth to honor a non-president—its location on the Tidal Basin creates a visual and historical continuity between the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials and is designed to be an engaging visitor experience tied to other landscapes and monuments. More than a dozen King quotes are engraved into a 450-foot granite inscription wall. The memorial includes the “Mountain of Despair” and the “Stone of Hope,” and features a 30-foot sculpture of Dr. King.  Entrances to the memorial site are

located at Independence Avenue, S.W., west of West Basin Drive; Independence Avenue, S.W., at Daniel French Drive; Ohio Drive, S.W., south of the Ericsson Statue; and Ohio Drive, S.W., at West Basin Drive. Parking is extremely limited in the area, with public transportation suggested as the best way to reach the memorial.  Smithsonian (Orange/Blue lines) (Closest station and then walk)  www.nps.gov/mlkm; www.mlkmemorial.org  Daily, 24 hours  Free

National Air and Space Museum – Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

National Air And Space Museum

The winner and still champion! That’s right – D.C. (not Paris or Rome) is home to “The World’s Most Visited Museum.”

You’ll see why when you spend the day watching the history of aviation unfold, starting with the Wright Brothers’ 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis, through the advances into space and the Apollo 11 lunar command module (just to name a few). Also noteworthy is the Lockheed Martin IMAX Theater (admission), Flight Simulators (admission) and the Albert Einstein Planetarium (admission).  6th St. and Independence Ave., S.W.,

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Washington, D.C. 20560 (202) 357-2700, (202) 633-2214  L’Enfant Plaza Station (Blue/Green/ Orange/Yellow lines).

Very limited 2-hour meter street parking.  www.airandspace.si.edu  10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Closed December 25. See website for extended hours and early closures.  Free

National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

Combined with the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall in D.C., this is the largest and most prestigious air and space museum complex in the world. Visitors can view nearly the entire collection of air and spacecraft memorabilia the Smithsonian has to offer. It’s an open space with

10-story arched trusses and a network of walkways and displays. Visit the Boeing Aviation Hangar, the James S. McDowell Hanger with the newest addition of the Space Shuttle Discovery, The Donald D. Engen Observatory and the Airbus IMAX Theater. See such icons as the Space Shuttle Enterprise, a Lockheed SR71 Blackbird reconnaissance airplane, the Enola Gay and much more.   14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway Chantilly, VA 20151, (703) 572-4118  N/A (South of the main terminal at Washington Dulles International Airport, Chantilly)   www.airandspace.si.edu/visit/ udvar-hazy-center  Daily, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. May 22–Sept.

7, 2015; then 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Closed December 25 - see website for early event closures)  Free

National Archives

No trip to D.C. is complete without viewing our country’s founding documents including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. Tour the Public Vaults exhibits that take you on a journey through time and the changing technology of records. From George Washington’s handwritten letters to Abraham Lincoln’s wartime telegrams, most of the textual records in the Record of America are originals and will change from year to year.  700 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. (between

7th & 9th Sts.) Washington, D.C. 20408, (202) 357-5000  Archives-Navy Memorial (Yellow/Green)  www.archives.gov/nae  Hours: Daily, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving Day and December 25)  Free DCMetroPlus.com • August/September 2015 •

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Museums and Attractions National Building Museum

The National Building Museum is America’s leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment. It does so by telling the stories of architecture, engineering, and design. As one of the most family-friendly spots in Washington, D.C., the museum welcomes visitors from around the world to its exhibitions, public programs, and festivals. Located just four blocks from the National Mall, the Museum occupies a magnificent building with a soaring Great Hall, colossal 75-foot-tall Corinthian columns, and a 1,200-foot terra cotta frieze.  401 F Street, N.W.

Washington, D.C. 20001 (202)272-2448  Judiciary Square (Red line)  www.nbm.org  Adults: $8; Youths (3-17yrs), Students w/ID & Seniors (60+): $5

National Firearms Museum

The NRA’s museum consists of 15 galleries comprised of 85 exhibit cases housing 3,000 firearms. The museum examines the nearly 700-year history of firearms with a special emphasis on the American experience. Each gallery is evocative of a period of time in American history, from the stockade fort at Jamestown to the gun factories of New England. Life-sized dioramas include a nineteenth-century riflemaker’s shop, a trench on the Western Front in WWI, and a shelled-out town square in Normandy in WWII. The firearms tell the stories of how they were used to secure our freedom and independence, and have been used ever since to maintain and preserve those liberties. Check out Steampunk Guns, a unique new exhibit. Continuously evolving, steampunk encompasses science fiction and elements of popular culture – including zombies, dirigibles, mad scientists, and Western gunslingers.  11250 Waples Mill Road

Fairfax, VA 22030, (703) 267-1600  www.nramuseum.com  Daily, 9:30 a.m.– to 5 p.m. (Closed Christmas)

National Gallery of Art

The beautifully designed multi-building museum houses the nation’s most complete permanent collection of American and European art as well as captivating special exhibits.  6th and Constitution Ave, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20565, (202) 737-4215

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 Judiciary Square Station (Red line), Archives Station (Yellow/Green lines), and Smithsonian Station (Blue/Orange lines)  www.nga.gov  Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11a.m.-6 p.m. Closed Jan.1 and Dec. 25  Free - Limited Street Parking

National Geographic Museum

Located at National Geographic’s D.C. headquarters, past and current expeditions, adventures and scientific research come to life at the National Geographic Museum. Enjoy a wide variety of changing and permanent displays reflecting the richness and diversity of the world.  1145 17th St., N.W., Washington, D.C.

20036, (202) 857-7588  Farragut North and West (Red line)  www.nationalgeographic.com/museum  Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Closed December 25th.  $11 adults; $7 children ages 5-12

National Museum of African Art

See how people from Africa transform religious beliefs and cultural ideals into various art forms.  950 Independence Ave., S.W.,

Washington, D.C. 20560, Limited street parking, (202) 633-4600  Smithsonian (Orange/Blue lines)  Africa.si.edu  Daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed December 25th.  Free National Museum of the American Indian

National Museum of the American Indian

This architectural masterpiece has attracted millions of people interested in learning about the languages, culture, history and art of Native Americans.

It is the first national museum in the country dedicated exclusively to Native Americans. The five-story, 250,000-square-foot curvilinear building is clad in a golden-colored Kasota limestone designed to evoke natural rock formations shaped by wind and water over thousands of years.  4th & Independence Avenue, S.W.

Washington, D.C. 20560 (between the National Air & Space Museum and the U.S. Capitol Building), (202) 633-1000  Smithsonian (Orange/Blue lines) L’Enfant Plaza (Blue/Orange/Green/ Yellow lines) Exit Maryland Ave/ Smithsonian Museums  www.nmai.si.edu  Daily 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; closed December 25  Free

National Museum of American History

Explore major themes in American history and culture, from the War of Independence to the present day. This is the museum that houses Archie Bunker’s chair, Dorothy’s ruby slippers, Seinfeld’s “puffy shirt,” Abraham Lincoln’s top hat, Dizzy Gillespie’s angled trumpet and the First Ladies’ dress collection. Recent renovations added a new visitor’s center and a state-of-the-art display gallery for the original Star-Spangled Banner. Don’t miss “The Price of Freedom” exhibit.

 Federal Triangle (Blue and Orange Lines) or Smithsonian, 14th Street at Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001 (202) 633-1000  www.americanhistory.si.edu  Daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Some days have extended hours until 7:30 p.m. Check website. (Closed Dec. 25)  Free

National Museum of Natural History

Everyone in the family is sure to find something amazing while exploring the largest, most comprehensive natural history collection in the world. Kids’ favorites include the Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton in the dinosaur exhibit, the live interaction with over 65 species of arthropods at the Insect Zoo and the live butterfly house. Don’t miss the National Gem Collection which houses

the world-famous Hope Diamond. The national Fossil Hall is closed for renovations until 2019  1000 Constitution Ave N.W., Washington,

National Museum of the Natural History

D.C. 20004, (202) 633-1000  Smithsonian Station (Blue and Orange lines)  www.mnh.si.edu  10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Open some dates until 7:30 p.m. - Check website. Closed Dec. 25)  Free

National Portrait Gallery

The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery tells the history of America through individuals who have shaped its culture. Through the visual arts, performing arts and new media, the Portrait Gallery portrays poets and presidents, visionaries and villains, actors and activists whose lives tell the American story.  Eighth and F Streets, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001, (202) 633-1000  gallery Place-Chinatown - Exit Arena (Red, Yellow and green lines)  www.npg.si.edu  Daily 11:30 a.m.-7p.m. (Closed Dec. 25)  Free

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Museums and Attractions National Museum of the Marine Corps Experience American history through the eyes of Marines.

Interactive and immersive experiences allow guests to witness and feel the rigidity of boot camp and the force of drill instructors. Edge through a stand of trees at Belleau Wood and come up behind a German machine gunner’s position. Travel along the frozen TokTong pass in Korea amidst enemy troops, and disembark a helicopter into the landing zone atop Hill 881 South in Vietnam.

The National Museum and Marine Corps Heritage Center includes Semper Fidelis Memorial Park and Chapel that sits amid natural woodlands and has landscaped pathways with impressive views of the museum.  Take I-95 to the Marine Corps Base Quantico exit #150

Favorite

18900 Jefferson Davis Highway Triangle, VA 22172 1 (877) 635-1775  N/A  www.usmcmuseum.com  Daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Closed December 25  Admission & Parking are free

National Zoological Park

The National Zoo is home to more than 2,000 animals of nearly 400 different species, including giant pandas, Asian elephants, tigers, lions, birds, reptiles and much more. The best known residents are the giant pandas, Tian Tian and Mei Xiang. The

National Zoological Park

Zoo welcomes more than 2 million visitors a year, free of charge. Some popular highlights include the Asia Trail exhibit, which includes red pandas, clouded leopards, fishing cats and otters, and Amazonia, the 15,000 square-foot rain forest habitat with Amazon river fish and dozens of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. A 163-acre urban oasis, the Zoo is located in Rock Creek Park. Animal demonstrations take place every day.  If driving parking maximum $22 per day.

3001 Connecticut Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008 (202) 633-4888  Woodley Park/Zoo/Adams Morgan Station (Red line) - 3 block walk or take L2/L4 bus. Or, Cleveland Park Station (Red Line) 3 block walk or take L1/L2 bus.  www.nationalzoo.si.edu  Daily. Grounds: Apr. – Oct. 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Nov. – Mar. 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Exhibit Buildings: 10 a.m.; Nov. – Mar. 4:30 p.m. closing.

Closed December 25  Free

Newseum The Newseum is a dazzling, high-tech roller coaster ride through 500 years of headline history, featuring dozens of galleries, theaters and interactive exhibits that bring you face to face with the greatest events of our time.

Stand in the shadow of the Unabomber’s cabin, touch the Berlin Wall and hear never-told stories from the journalists and photographers who have stood on the front lines of history. Main galleries explore electronic news, photojournalism, new history and world news. Unique artifacts, powerful photography and moving images invite you to remember, relive and share moments that changed our lives.  555 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.

Favorite

Washington, D.C. 20001 (888) 639-7386  Archives/Navy of Memorial/ Penn Quarter (Yellow and Green Lines), Judiciary Square (Red Line)  www.newseum.org  Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

(Closed on Thanksgiving, December 25, January 1)  Adults (19 to 64) $22.95 +tax, Seniors (65 and up) $18.95 +tax, Youth (7 to 18) $13.95 +tax, Children 6 and younger are free

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Supreme Court of the United States

Walk the halls of our highest court and attend lectures every hour on the half hour. Mon.–Fri. 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. when court is not in session.  1 First St N.E., Washington D.C., 20543

(202) 479-3000  Capitol South (Blue/Orange lines) www.supremecourt.gov   Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m Roosevelt Memorial Bridge.

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

20242, (202) 426-6841  Smithsonian Metro (Orange/Blue lines)  www.nps.gov/thje  Daily 24 hours; rangers available 9:30 a.m.–11:30 p.m.

Tudor Place Historic House and Garden

America’s story lives at Tudor Place in Georgetown, one of the nation’s finest neoclassical estates, built in 1816 by Martha Washington’s granddaughter and lived in by five generations that followed, from the agricultural to the digital age. Their collections, household items, landscape, and stories reveal two centuries of American arts, labor, politics, and technology. Roam the 5½-acre garden (just $3), view the 1919 Pierce Arrow motor car and the District’s oldest exhibited smoke house, and see the Thornton-designed mansion by guided tour, offered hourly.  1644 31st Street, N.W., Washington D.C. 20007, (202) 965.0400  Dupont Circle Station (Red Line – walk: P Street to right on 31st Street) Foggy Bottom (Blue/Orange Line :25minute walk: Pennsylvania Ave. bears left onto M Street to right on 31st Street)  www.tudorplace.org  Tues. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 4p.m.; Sun., Noon – 4 p.m.; Closed month of January  Adults, $10; Seniors & Military, $8; Students, $3; Under 5, Free

Madame Tussauds of Washington, D.C.

Take a remarkable interactive, chronological journey through U.S. history.

Madame Tussauds features life-sized wax figures of all the U.S. presidents from George Washington to Barack Obama. Interactive experiences

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include: crossing the Delaware River with George Washington, walking on the moon with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, braving the Underground Railway with Harriet Tubman and meeting the founder of the Girl Scouts—Juliette Gordon Low—as well as sports, pop and musical icons.  1001 F Street N.W., Washington, D.C.

20004, (202) 942-7300  Red Line exit Metro Center, 11th and G Streets NW; Yellow Line exit Galleries at 9th and G Streets NW, walk 2 blocks  www.madametussauds.com/ washington/  Hours vary; see website  Adult 13 and up $22, Child 4 to 12 $17.50, 3 and under free, tickets are cheaper online.

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Beneath the marble rotunda, the 19-foot statue of the third U.S. president is surrounded by passages from the Declaration of Independence and other famous Jefferson writings.  701 E. Basin, S.W., Washington D.C.,

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Museums and Attractions The Phillips Collection The Phillips Collection, America’s first museum of modern art, opened in 1921 in the home of Duncan Phillips (1866-1966). The museum, internationally recognized for the incredible collection, includes nearly 3,000 works

by American and European artists— among them, Degas, Cézanne, Gauguin, van Gogh, Bonnard, Matisse, Picasso, Braque, Klee, Homer, Whistler, Hopper, Stieglitz, O’Keeffe, Calder, Rothko, and many others. Some special exhibits offer audio tours. Limited street parking.  1600 21st St., N.W., Washington, D.C.

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20009, (202) 387-2151  Dupont Circle (Red line)  www.phillipscollection.org  Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. -5 p.m.; Thurs. open to 8:30 p.m.; Sun. Noon - to 7 p.m.; Closed Federal Holidays.  18 and under free admission.

Ticketed exhibitions: Adults $12, Students and visitors 62 and over $10. Saturday and Sunday when no ticketed exhibition is on view, adults $10, students/visitors 62 and over $8.

United States Botanic Garden

The United States Botanic Garden is located on the U.S. Capitol Grounds campus near Garfield Circle. The building itself, which includes a large Lord & Burnham greenhouse, is divided into separate rooms, each one simulating a different habitat. The United States Botanic Garden traces its beginning to 1816, when the Columbian Institute for the Promotion of Arts and Sciences proposed the creation of a botanic garden to collect, grow, and distribute plants of this and other countries that might contribute to the welfare of the American people.  Independence & First Streets N.E.

100 Maryland Ave S.W., Washington D.C., 20001, (202) 225-8333, (202) 225-1116 (tours)  Federal Center S.W. Station (Blue/ Orange lines) Metro-buses: # 32, 34, and #36  www.usbg.gov  Daily Bartholdi Park, Dawn to Dusk; Conservatory, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; National Gardens 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

May 28 – Sept. 3, then 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Free. Cell phone tours available.

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United States Capitol & Visitor Center

The Visitor Center, the new main entrance to the U.S. Capitol, is located beneath the East Front plaza of the Capitol, at First and East Capitol Streets.

Guided tours of the U.S. Capitol begin at the Orientation Theaters on the lower level. In this 580,000-square-foot addition to the historic building you’ll learn about the history, architecture and art of the U.S. Capitol as well as our unique legislative process.  East Capitol St. at First St., S.E., Room

SVC-101, Washington, D.C. 20515 (East Plaza of the Capitol, between Constitution and Independence Avenues N.E.); (202) 226-8000  Capitol South (Blue/Orange lines)  www.visitthecapitol.gov.  Mon. – Sat. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (first tour at 8:50 a.m. last tour at 3:20 p.m.). Closed Jan.1, Inauguration Day, Thanksgiving Day, Dec. 25.  Free (Although admission is free passes are required for tours and visitors are required to go through a security screening.)

8 a.m. – 12 a.m.  Free

Washington Monument

Towering higher than any building in D.C., the Washington Monument exemplifies the simple elegance and enduring presence of our first president. The monument is the most prominent structure in D.C. and built to honor President George Washington. A long restoration was recently completed after an August 2011 earthquake created significant structural damage.  2 15th St., N.W., Washington D.C., 20024

(15th and Constitution Aves N.W.) (202) 426-6841, (800) 967-2283  Smithsonian Station (Blue/Orange lines)  www.nps.gov/wamo  Daily except July 4 and December 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., last tour begins at 4:45 p.m., summer hours (Memorial Day to Labor Day) 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., last tour begins at 9:45 p.m.  Get free same-day timed tickets in advance at Washington Monument Lodge, 15th St.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The famous black granite wall, inscribed with the names of 58,209 American servicemen and women lost in Vietnam, serves as a venue for reconciliation between those opposed to this war and those who sacrificed their lives for it. The memorial consists of three distinct sections. “The Wall,” the three servicemen statue and flag pole, and the women in service to the Vietnam War statue.  5 Henry Bacon Drive, N.W., Washington,

D.C. 20037 The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is located north of the Lincoln Memorial, near the intersection of 22nd St. and Constitution Ave., N.W. (202) 426-6841, (202) 634-1568  Foggy Bottom Station (Blue/Orange lines) or Smithsonian Station (Blue/ Orange lines)  www.nps.gov/vive  Daily, 24 hours; Park ranger available,

White House/White House Visitor Center

If you want to tour the home of every U.S. president except George Washington, you must make a tour request (up to 6 months in advance) through your member of Congress (Senator or Representative). If planning in advance isn’t you, then at least visit the White House Visitor Center. Located at 1450 Pennsylvania

Avenue, N.W., in the Department of Commerce building, the Center includes exhibits on White House architecture and furnishings, first families, social and diplomacy events and a thirty-minute video. The Center reopened after undergoing a $12.6 million renovation.  White House

1600 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., 15th and 17th Sts. Washington, D.C. (202) 456-7041 (recorded White House line)  Farragut West, Federal Triangle or McPherson Square (Blue/Orange lines).

Metro Center (Blue/Orange/Red lines) www.nps.gov/whho   White House: by appointment only through member of Congress, Tues. – Thurs. 7:30 a.m.–11a.m.; Fri. 7:30 a.m.

– 12 p.m., Sat 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day  Free  White House Visitor Center 1450 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W., in the Department of Commerce building (202) 208-1631  Daily 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Closed: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas  Free

World War II Memorial

World War II Memorial Located poignantly between the Reflecting Pool and the Washington Monument, this memorial is dedicated to the 16 million who served in World War II. Two 43-ft. arches to the north and south represent the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. The 56 pillars represent the U.S. States, territories, and D.C. at the time of the war. The Freedom Wall has

a field of 4,000 sculptured gold stars, each representing the deaths of 100 Americans in the war (400,000).  1750 Independence Ave., S.W.

Washington, D.C. 17th St. & Independence Ave. (800) 639-4992  Smithsonian Metro, (Blue/Orange lines)  www.wwiimemorial.com  Daily  Free

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Getting around

Using Metro the best, most convenient way to get around the metropolitan area Each person needs his or her own farecard or pass to ride Metrorail.

Passes and farecards can be purchased online or at any Metro station from a vending machine.

Use Metro’s Trip Planner if you wish to determine your exact fare and route.

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Group Sales call (202) 962-1488 Online at wmata.com

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