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Mount Vernon: George Washington’s Estate & Gardens
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy
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Mount Vernon, VA 22309
(703) 780-2000 www.mountvernon.org
The most popular historic estate in America and home of George Washington, Mount Vernon is 16 miles south of Washington, D.C. on the banks of the Potomac River. Open daily, hours vary; admission fee.
National Museum of Women in the Arts
1250 New York Ave., NW (202) 783-5000 www.nmwa.org
The National Museum of Women in the Arts is the only museum solely dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women in the visual, performing and literary arts. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Metro: Metro Center; admission fee.
National Museum of Natural History
10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW (202) 633-1000 www.naturalhistory.si.edu/
Features exhibits on geology, biology, and natural history, as well as an IMAX theater. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Metro: Smithsonian; free admission.
Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave., SE (202) 707-5000 www.loc.gov
The country’s largest library system, it houses over 20 million books, including collections from U.S. presidents, as well as extensive magazine and music libraries. Open Mon.-Sat.
10 am-5 pm. Metro: Capitol South, Union Station; free admission.
National Gallery of Art
Constitution Ave. NW (between 3rd and 9th Streets) (202) 737-4215 www.nga.gov/visit
The National Gallery of Art serves the nation by welcoming all people to explore and experience art, creativity, and our shared humanity. From Byzantine altarpieces to pop art, learn all about paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, photographs, and other works in the collection. Browse the collection and make connections among objects you know and newly discovered masterpieces.
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
400 Michigan Avenue, NE (202) 526-8300 www.nationalshrine.org
The largest Roman Catholic church in the United States and North America. Stunning art and architecture that rivals the great sanctuaries of Europe. Visited by nearly one million people annually. Over 80 Chapels and Oratories, Guided Tours, Gift Shop, and Bookstore. Open 365 days/yr. Free parking. Metro: Brookland/CUA; free admission
FDR Memorial
1850 West Basin Dr SW https://www.nps.gov/frde
