VOL. III 16-17
The Ultimate Insider ’s Guide to the Capital Region
VOL. III 16-17
The Ultimate Insider ’s Guide to the Capital Region
VOL. III 16-17
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The best time to visit Washington, D.C., is NOW, when gorgeous leaves give way to a winter wonderland. And like the leaves falling from the trees, crowds scatter and make way for a more relaxed, personalized experience of our nation’s capital. In this issue you’ll discover chilly outdoor adventures, where to duck inside for new museum exhibitions and Broadway musicals, and the best places to catch a stunning winter view of the city. Plus, read about the recently opened African American History & Culture Museum and the Presidential Inauguration. It’s time to fall in love with Washington! Photo: Arlington National Cemetery
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On the Cover PINKTOBER AT HARD ROCK CAFE Hard Rock Café DC adds a pop of PINK this October in honor of the brand’s 15th annual PINKTOBER breast cancer awareness campaign! Hard Rock’s PINKTOBER gives fans the opportunity to show their promise to PINK throughout the month. Fans can visit Hard Rock DC and party for PINK, dancing the night away to the sounds of icons and rising stars to benefit local breast cancer organizations.
THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE Created by an Act of Congress in 2003, NMAAHC features a variety of exhibits and educational programs on topics such as slavery, post-Civil War reconstruction, the Harlem Renaissance, and the civil rights movement. The new museum will be the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, art, history, and culture.
WHITE HOUSE GIFTS No trip to Washington is complete without a visit to White House Gifts to have your photo taken in the “Oval Office.” From shirts, hats, presidential souvenirs, golf balls, shot glasses, jewelry, books, post cards and everything in between, White House Gifts is your one-stop shop to bring your DC memories home with you. Located directly next to the White House, WHG sits in the heart of DC’s hottest sites. Show your NOW Guide to get your free photo in the “Oval Office!”
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The Washington area can get downright freezing over the fall and winter – good news for the outdoor ice skating rinks that open in mid-November. If skating isn’t your thing, don a parka and experience amazing ice sculptures at National Harbor. After touring the Smithsonian, stay on the Mall and lace up your skates at The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink. View magnificent works of sculpture while making your own art on the ice. 7th Street and Constitution Ave, NW. The largest outdoor rink in the area is claimed by Georgetown. Even bigger than the Rockefeller Center rink in New York City, the Washington Harbour Ice Rink boasts lovely views of the Potomac River – and fabulous sunsets. 3050 K St, NW. 6
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Pentagon Row in Arlington invites skaters to warm their toes at the firepit next to the rink. Skate surrounded by some of the best retail shopping in the area! 1209 S. Joyce St, Arlington, VA. Two million pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures await you in seven chilly rooms at National Harbor. ICE! this year features “Christmas Around the World” with a full Nativity and holiday traditions from the United Kingdom, Germany, and other countries. Ice slides and a live carving Frostbite Factory make this interactive experience worth the shivers! November 19 – January 1, 2017.
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Business suits may be the uniform for Capitol Hill, but special events in the Washington area prove that dressing up is not just for politicians looking to impress. So go ahead and slip into something different in D.C. Want to experience what it feels like to be Lord or Lady of the Realm? Rent a costume at the Maryland Renaissance Festival, an English village depicting the year 1526. Musicians, dancers, and other Renaissance-era entertainment come together at one of the D.C. area’s most
popular – and rowdy – events. Weekends through October 23, near Annapolis, MD. Trick-or-treat with our resident pandas and their zoo-mates at the National Zoo. Boo at the Zoo features more than 40 treat stations, not-too-spooky decorations, talks with animal keepers, and the chance to haunt the zoo at night! Don’t forget your costume! October 21-23, 5:308:30 p.m.
Impressive openings and national ceremonies are common in the capital city, but two major events have even the most experienced Washingtonians abuzz. Be sure to take in these all-American sights. The grand opening ceremony of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture in late September celebrated a museum that had been decades in the making. Using artifacts, film, material culture, and first person narratives, the NMAAHC promotes and highlights the contributions of African Americans. Due to the popularity of the museum, timed tickets must be secured in advance. On January 20, 2017, the fifty-eighth president of the United States will be inaugurated on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol, ensuring the continuity of the government in a peaceful transfer of power. The Presidential Inauguration includes the swearing-in ceremony and Inaugural address followed by a parade down Pennsylvania Avenue to the White House.
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VISITOR TIP: Recent changes to the Metro schedule include a daily shutdown at midnight. The last trains to depart from all stations is at midnight due to system-wide maintenance. For more information visit: www.wmata.com Find information regarding metrobus and metrorail service changes and delays on Twitter:
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October Events
Taste of DC
Fall Festival and Pumpkin Playground
Burke Nursery and Garden OCT Center’s 20th annual MAR 1-31 18-30 festival brings the best of fall to Northern Virginia with hayrides, farm animals, Cherokee performance, mechanical rides, and a pumpkin patch.
Nitro Circus Live
The greatest live action OCT sports event unites the MAR 8 18-30 best athletes in freestyle motocross, BMX & more. Starring X Games medalist Travis Pastrana, the tour features unbelievable tricks and stunts and a new repertoire of daredevil fun.
Washington Capitals Season Opener
C-A-P-S, Caps, Caps, Caps! The Washington Capitals take on the New York Islanders in their 2016-2017 season opener at the Verizon Center at 7pm.
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Pennsylvania Ave is overtaken by foodies as over 40 of the area’s restaurants gather to give everyone a taste of DC’s favorite dishes.
OCT MAR 8-9
Washington International Horse Show
An equestrian tradition since
OCT 1958, the Washington MAR 25-30 18-30 International is the country’s
leading metropolitan indoor horse show and the highlight of the equestrian year. Top riders, including celebrated Olympic veterans and their world-class horses, converge on the nation’s capital for six days of exciting, often breathtaking, show jumping, hunter, and equitation competition.
Washington Horse Show
October Events Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic Grab your Mickey ears and OCT get ready for the ultimate MAR 19-23 Disney experience at the 18-30 EagleBank arena in Fairfax, VA. A cast of over 50 of your favorite characters, including Mickey and Friends, princesses, and sidekicks dance, perform adventurous stunts and lead singalongs to over 30 of your favorite Disney songs!
Boo at the Zoo
With more than 40 treat
OCT stations, animal demonMAR 21-23 strations, keeper chats, and 18-30
decorated trails, this frightfully fun evening is a treat for the whole family.
Fall Harvest Family Days
For one weekend only, the
OCT historic Mount Vernon 22-23
DC High Heel Drag Race
In this longtime favorite
OCT 4 tradition, costumed drag 24-25
queens don their highest heels and sprint through the Dupont Circle streets. The streets are filled with revelers hours before and long after the race has concluded.
Columbia Heights Halloween
The North Columbia Heights Civic Association and the 11th Street businesses will collaborate to host a Trick-or-Treat Halloween event for children. Families can take their little ghouls and goblins to participating 11th Street businesses to safely trick-ortreat. The participating businesses will host fun activities and games at their individual locations for families.
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Estate celebrates fall with fun for the entire family. Wagon rides, live wheat treading, period dancing, apple roasting, and early American games and demonstrations round out just a few of the activities as President Washington’s home. Potomac River cruises are half-price to celebrate the occasion.
Fall Harvest Family Days
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November Events
Alexandria Film Festival
The 9th annual film fest NOV returns to AMC Hoffman 10-13 Theater 22 for all ticketed events, with Beatley Central Library offering free programs to the public.
FotoWeek DC
FotoWeek DC
Through local and interna-
NOV tional collaborations, MAR 12-20 FotoWeekDC brings 18-30
world-class photography to DC and provides exposure for photographers working worldwide. Venues are throughout the area.
After Hours: The Science of Glass
The National Museum of American History explores the impact glass has made on scientific discoveries in America and the future of glass in the 21st century. Scientific demos, cocktails, food, and dynamic conversation connect guests to the importance of this everyday object in an exclusive after-hours event.
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Strathmore’s Museum Shop Around
Strathmore Art Center’s Annual Museum Shop Around turns holiday gift giving into an art form. With wares from 18 area museums and cultural shops, you are sure to find perfect expressions of friendship, love, and gratitude for everyone on your list.
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November Events National Harbor Tree Lighting
All day holiday cheer NOV MAR abounds at the National 13 18-30 Harbor with band performances, holiday movies, fireworks, tree lighting, and of course, a visit from Santa Claus himself!
A Christmas Carol
Join the ghosts of
Comanche Nation Festival
The Comanche Nation from
NOV Oklahoma presents a 27-30 three-day festival of rich
culture and heritage through dance performances, singing, storytelling, craft demonstrations, and hands on activities for children and families at the National Museum of the American Indian.
NOV MAR 21-22 Christmas Past, Present 18-30 and Future as they lead
the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption at Ford’s Theatre.
Trot for Hunger
Do good and feel good
NOV 19MAR with DC’s 14th annual DEC 2131
Turkey Trot, a 5K benefitting thousands of homeless families and individuals by providing food, clothing and healthcare.
Comanche Festival Trot for Hunger
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December Events ZooLights
More than 500,000 environmentally-friendly LED lights transform the Zoo into a winter wonderland. ZooLights includes live music performances, tasty winter treats, and plenty of opportunities for holiday shopping. New this year will be a dazzling light show set to music!
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ICE! Christmas
ICE! Christmas at Gaylord Resort
ICE! returns with more than 2 million twinkling lights, nightly snowfall and beautiful dancing fountains. A live ice carving zone, gingerbread decorating corner and Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt round out the activities for youngsters. This year’s theme features “Christmas Around the World” with a full Nativity and holiday traditions from the United Kingdom, Germany, and other countries.
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Christmas at Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon has decked the halls for the holiday season, and invites you to celebrate as the Washington’s would have celebrated, with festive food, decorations, shows and a visit from Aladdin the camel.
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Smithsonian Holiday Festival
Calling all tennis fans! In ALL addition to watching top MAR DEC professional tennis 18-30 players, visitors can join in the Grand Marnier Craft Cocktail Happy Hour, District Trivia, and Community Day. Free shuttles will be available from the Van Ness-UDC Station Metro Stop to the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center. 14
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After Hours: From Bean to Bar, The History of Chocolate in America The National Museum of
DEC American History invites MAR 3 18-30 you to explore choco-
late’s global roots while enjoying a chocolate tasting, chocolate recipes and drinks. From health benefits to a sweet snack, chocolate is always making news. Find out how it has impacted American history and will shape the future!
Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend
For the 45th consecutive
DEC year, Old Town Alexandria MAR 2-3 18-30
celebrates its rich Scottish heritage with a holiday marketplace, reenactment groups, traditional Scottish food, and a parade on the 5th. Proceeds from all events help the Campagna Center to provide children and adults with education and support.
December Events
National Christmas Tree
The Nutcracker
This celebrated producDEC tion returns to the 200 1-24 Warner Theatre once again! Set in historic Georgetown with historical figures and whimsical touches, this sumptuous production showcases the grandeur of The Washington Ballet’s international roster of dancers and majestic Tchaikovsky score.
Big Night DC’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza The Gaylord Resort’s
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themed party areas, dance floors with bands and DJ’s, party favors, gourmet cuisine, and so much more!
Spirit New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise
Ring in the New Year
Annapolis Christmas Light Boat Parade
Every year on the second
DEC MAR Saturday in December 10 18-30
Annapolis Harbor is illuminated with boats draped in thousands of colored lights and crewed by jolly revelers.
DEC aboard the Spirit of MAR 31 18-30 Washington, with DJ’s and
dancing, a platinum open bar, dinner buffet, midnight champagne toast and party favors.
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January Events
NBC4’s Health & Fitness Expo See the best in healthy living at the Convention Center as NBC4 brings celebrities, healthcare providers, fitness experts, and equipment demonstrations under one roof.
JAN 7-8
Restaurant Week
KanKouran West African Dance Company at Dance Place
Winter DC Restaurant Week The highly anticipated
JAN restaurant week returns to MAR 7-12 18-30
the DC metro area, bringing affordable dining options to the area’s most renowned eateries. Multi-course lunches and dinners at participating 4- and 5-star restaurants cost $22 and $35, respectively.
KanKouran tells the story
JAN of Sundiata, a prince of MAY 16-17 Mali, imbued with the 18-30
spirits of the buffalo, panther and lion. A rival queen thwarts his pre-destined ascent to the throne and he is driven into exile. Overcoming years of hardship, Sundiata comes back to defeat the evil invader and reclaim the throne.
Washington Winter Show
The Washington Winter Antiques and Fine Arts Show explores the world “Through the Eyes of a Child” with exhibits at the Katzen Arts Center at American University.
JAN 13-15
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Martin Luther King, Jr Day
The legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr is honored with a morning wreath laying ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial. Visitors can then make their way to the Tidal Basin to visit the Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial.
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Polar Bear Plunge
The Special Olympics
Polar Bear Plunge
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MAY JAN fundraiser celebrate its 18-30 20th year of “taking to the 26-28
waters” of the icy Chesapeake Bay in support of Special Olympics Athletes around Maryland.
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NOVA Alexandria
Alexandria and its surrounding neighborhoods, especially Del Ray, are ideal for a romantic evening away or a day trip with the family. From the picturesque views along the water to the artist galleries of the Torpedo Factory, the restaurants, bars and shopping along King St., Alexandria may be one of the most charming stops on your trip to the DC area. You can access Alexandria via car, Metro (King St.) and by water taxi from National Harbor and Georgetown. www.visitalexandriava.com
Clarendon Clarendon, one of the many colorful neighborhoods in Arlington County, is a nice escape for the afternoon or evening. Head to the outdoor mall at Market Common for shopping, or explore the shops, restaurants, and bars along Wilson Boulevard. From Clarendon, you’re also a quick trip away from some of the nation’s most significant military landmarks, specifically Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, U.S. Marine Corps Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, and U.S. Air Force Memorial.
Nor thern Virginia Fall Festival
For a single Saturday, the traditional Fall Festival in the heart of the City of Fairfax brims with music, food, interactive activities, children’s rides, and over 400 juried crafters to provide entertainment for the whole family. The free festival runs from 10am to 8pm. October 8
Ephemeral
The Greater Reston Arts Center presents Ephemeral, an exhibition exploring the nature of transitory, three-dimensional work. Through November 14
A Christmas Story The Musical
Nine-year-old Ralphie Parker wants only one thing for Christmas - an official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot BB rifle with a compass in the stock. Ralphie thinks he ll never get the BB gun for Christmas now. But someone has planned a big surprise for the discouraged boy! September 17 - November 8
Art Garfunkel: Close-Up
The pop icon who “still sings so beautifully he can bring a whole room to its feet” (The Telegraph) returns to The Barns for three rare and intimate performances. November 29-December 1
Wolf Trap
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DC Neighborhoods
Photo by Doug Terry
Eastern Market
Adams Morgan
Dupont Circle
Anacostia
Georgetown
Adams Morgan is one of the city’s most culturally and culinarily rich neighborhoods. By day, enjoy coffee shops and used book and record stores. By night, partake in the ample eating, drinking, and dancing options along 18th Street. Anacostia is home to some of the city’s most beautiful parks, a growing commercial district, and some of the city’s most innovative galleries along Martin Luther King Ave and Good Hope Road. Also make sure to check out the Frederick Douglass House.
Capitol Hill/Eastern Market
Capitol Hill is more than just the office space for the city’s power brokers. Locals love the restaurants and bars along Pennsylvania Avenue. Nearby Eastern Market is also a particular favorite, hosting the city’s famous food market and a weekly flea market.
Chinatown/Penn Quarter
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H Street
The centrally-located neighborhood is home to incredible museums, historic homes, embassies, and a wide array of restaurants and bars. Both Dupont and nearby 17th Street also are the heart of the city’s vibrant gay community. The neighborhood offers opportunities for shopping along M St. and Wisconsin Ave., walking along the waterfront, and getting lost along the beautiful houses and parks north of M St.
Glover Park
Up Wisconsin Avenue from Georgetown lies Glover Park, a quaint neighborhood filled with fine eating establishments including barbeque at Rockland’s and indian at Heritage India.
H Street NE
The former commercial quarter has been transformed into one of the city’s most active entertainment districts. From the Joy of Motion Dance Center to Little Miss Whiskey’s, the venues cater to those seeking some culture or just a fun night out on the town. Shuttle service to H St. is available from Union Station.
DC Neighborhoods
Georgetown
U Street
National Mall
National Mall
Celebrate the best of America for free on the Mall. From a tour of the many presidential monuments, to exploring the ten Smithsonian Institution museums, and seeing the war memorials, the Mall is a beautiful and powerful reminder of our nation’s history.
The Palisades
Travel out along MacArthur Boulevard to discover the charming hamlet of the Palisades. The neighborhood hosts a number of great restaurants serving everything from Italian to Lebanese to Japanese, along with a number of retail options.
Southwest Waterfront
Along the Potomac you will find the famous Maine Avenue fish market where you can stop in for lunch at one of the picnic tables overlooking the river, or pick up fresh fish to cook later. Across the street is the Arena Stage, the largest theater in the country dedicated to American voices.
U Street Corridor
U Street (centered around the intersection of 14th and U St.), once called Black Broadway, is the new center of D.C.’s thriving nightlife. Catch a play at the Lincoln Theater, see jazz at the Bohemian Caverns, or eat and drink at the many bars along U St. e music! Great for liv
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s Featured Exhibition Even if you’ve already been to Washington and seen the permanent collections of some of its best museums, make sure to check out the latest exhibits, some with limited runs. Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
Newseum
Four Seasons
Five internationally acclaimed photographers traveled across five continents to photograph global refugee experiences in Bangladesh, Cameroon, Colombia, Croatia, Germany, Greece, Mexico, Myanmar, Serbia, Slovenia, and the U.S. The exhibit features their photos and a documentary that delves further into the stories behind the images. Through a virtual reality experience, visitors also will be able to experience what life is like in a camp for internally displaced persons in Soacha, Columbia.
Contemporary American artist Philip Haas has created four 15-foot high sculptures using fruit, vegetables, branches, and flowers that depict Italian Renaissance painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo’s The Seasons, a series that represents each season through a portrait of botanical materials. Hillwood’s outdoor installation of The Four Seasons will weather the changing seasons, as the surrounding gardens transition from fall into winter and then early spring. It is the first time all four sculptures have been displayed together in Washington, D.C. October 1, 2016 - March 31, 2017
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Ragnar Kjartansson
Icelander Ragnar Kjartansson brings together live endurance theater, large-scale projection, popular music, and photography in this cutting-edge exhibition of performance art, his first in the U.S. The exhibition’s highlight is The Visitors, an immersive nine-screen film of Kjartansson and fellow musicians performing a gospel dirge while scattered throughout a decaying mansion. Visitors can also experience a live performance of Woman in E—a sequin-clad woman strumming an E-minor chord—during the entire run of the exhibition. October 14, 2016 – January 8, 2017
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Hillwood Estate
Hirshhorn Museum
Photo Credit: Ragnar Kjartansson, Luhring Augustine, New York and i8 Gallery, Reykjavík
Opens November 18 Photo Credit: © Tom Stoddart
National Portrait Gallery Bill Viola: The Moving Portrait
Video-art pioneer Bill Viola uses cutting-edge technology to create moving images that are emotional, searing, and profound. Viola’s belief that cameras are the keepers of the soul and his interest in portraiture are explored through a selection of his works that focus on the face and the body, using his signature metaphors of water, light and spirituality. This exhibition, the National Portrait Gallery’s first exhibition devoted to media art, features works projected onto walls in a darkened room. November 18, 2016 – May 7, 2017
Newseum
National Portrait Gallery
Nathaniel Fein/New York Herald Tribune/Nat Fein Estate
PULITZER PRIZE PHOTOGRAPHS GALLERY
See every Pulitzer Prize–winning photograph and listen to the stories behind some of the most famous images of all time. Nikon is the exclusive sponsor of the Pulitzer Prize Photographs Gallery.
NEWSEUM.ORG 555 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C. TripAdvisor’s 2016 Travelers’ Choice Top 25 Museums in the U.S.
Sidedoor is a podcast only the Smithsonian can bring you. It is a collective of stories about science, art, history, humanity and where they unexpectedly overlap. From dinosaurs to dining rooms, this podcast connects big ideas to the people who have them. The podcast will launch on Wednesday, October 26th and new episodes will be released every other Wednesday through January 2017.
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Signature Theatre
Freaky Friday Signature Theatre October 4 – November 20
When a stressed-out mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to make things right again before Mom’s big wedding. Disney’s Freaky Friday, a new musical based on the popular novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, is a fun, contemporary update of an American classic in which a mother and daughter really see what it is to be a family and experience each other’s lives first-hand.
Carousel Arena Stage October 28 – December 24
Called the best musical of the 20th century by Time Magazine, Rodger and Hammerstein’s Carousel is an uplifting show for the holiday season. When Billy Bigelow and Julie Jordan fall in love, little do they realize that his rebellious ways will lead to tragedy. Given a chance to make good, will a lucky star save Billy and those he loves? Features classic songs like "June Is Bustin' Out all Over" and "You'll Never Walk Alone."
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The Washington Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Arena Stage
Warner Theatre December 1-24
Septime Webre’s celebrated all-American Nutcracker returns to the Warner Theatre for the 11th year. Set in Georgetown, with George Washington as the heroic nutcracker, the production showcases The Washington Ballet’s international roster of dancers and majesty of Tchaikovsky’s music. Swirling snowflakes and cherry blossoms plus historical characters make this version of the Nutcracker a true Washington experience.
The Second City’s Twist Your Dickens
Warner Theatre
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts December 9-31
Experience Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol like never before as legendary comedy troupe The Second City brings its infamous improvisational skills and sketch comedy mastery to the timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge. Journey through this wicked parody with an abundance of audience participation and an ever-changing roster of celebrity guests. Written by former The Colbert Report writers Peter Gwinn and Bobby Mort, this seasonal satire is the perfect holiday event.
Kennedy Center
Red, Blue, and Yellow Routes- 24 hour*
Meet all 44 U.S. Presidents in the President’s Gallery!
TripAdvisors 2015 Top 20 Travelers’ Choice Best Museum in the U.S.
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Old Town Alexanria‘s Favorite Restaurants
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Smithsonian Institution American History Museum View the popular First Ladies exhibit which showcases 24 gowns, including Michelle Obama’s, Dorothy’s ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz, and the Star-Spangled Banner.
Natural History Museum
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Dedicated to showcasing the natural wonders of the world such as plants, animals, rocks, and even gems including the Hope Diamond. Watch a tarantula feeding and view the largest elephant ever found in the world. The kids will love the hands-on Discovery Room or the popular Dinosaur Hall with skeletons over 90-feet tall.
Smithsonian Castle Information Center Located in the famous “castle” Smithsonian building, this is where visitors can get information about the Smithsonian’s 19 museums.
Freer Gallery of Art (currently closed) These galleries, focusing primarily on Asian art and artifacts, hold an impressive collection from all over the world. The Freer Gallery also has an important collection of 19th-century American Art. The gallery is currently closed for long-needed upgrades to infrastructure (reopening in 2017).
African Art Museum The National Museum of African Art is devoted to the discovery and appreciation of the visual arts of Africa. This museum highlights art representing various regions and cultures of the African continent.
Washington Monument
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
AMERICAN HISTORY MUSEUM
National Mall SMITHSONIAN CASTLE INFORMATION CENTER FREER GALLERY OF ART
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Smithsonian Institution Hirshhorn Museum This museum and sculpture garden is one of the world’s leading institutions of international modern and contemporary art. The drum shaped building exhibits pieces from the late 19th century to the present day.
American Indian Museum The first national museum dedicated to the preservation, study, and exhibition of the life, languages, literature, history, and arts of Native Americans. Established by an act of Congress in 1989, the museum works in collaboration with the Native peoples to protect and foster their cultures by reaffirming traditions and beliefs.
Arthur M. Sackler Gallery Housed in a unique underground building, the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery maintains a collection of Asian art, from the ancient to the contemporary. The gallery opened in 1987 with a gift of nearly 1000 artworks from collector Arthur M. Sackler (1913-1987).
The S. Dillon Ripley International Gallery
Air and Space Museum
The most popular of the Smithsonian museums, the Air and Space maintains the world’s largest collection of historic aircraft and spacecraft with some 50,000 artifacts that range from Saturn V rockets to jetliners to space helmets.
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Featured Neighborhood
Georgetown is a residential and commercial neighborhood located in the Northwest quadrant of D.C. along the Potomac River. Famous for its historic architecture, cobblestone streets, and dynamic dining, shopping and nightlife, Georgetown has been designated a National Historic Landmark.
Georgetown’s main intersections are M Street & Wisconsin Avenue, and feature high-end stores, a shopping mall, restaurants with all types of cuisine and bars. The Georgetown Waterfront, located between the Washington Harbour and Key Bridge, includes pathways for cyclists, skaters, and pedestrians as well as an interactive fountain to play in during the hot summer months.
A former bustling port city that predates Washington, D.C. by 40 years, Georgetown has lovely 19th century homes to tour, the oldest standing building in the city dating to 1765, and the historic C&O Canal where muledrawn boats demonstrate 1870s commerce.
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Martin's Tavern
1264 Wisconsin Ave. NW (202) 333-7370 martinstavern.com
Farmers Fishers Bakers 1264 Wisconsin Ave. NW 202) 298-8783 farmersfishersbakers.com
The Graham Hotel Georgetown
1075 Thomas Jefferson St. NW (202) 337-0900 thegrahamgeorgetown.com
Popular tavern serving American eats in both a cozy interior with wooden booths & outdoors.
Farm-inspired American fare, plus sushi & cocktails served in sleek, eco-chic digs with river views.
Hill & Dale Records
DTR Modern Galleries
Bangkok Joe's
Any music lover will appreciate this one stop shop for vinyl records, collectible photos, and posters..
Renowned for its selection of the Modern Masters, such as Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Joan Miro and Salvador Dalí.
Tantalize your taste buds with an array of dumplings, noodles, and rice dishes with Chef Aulie’s unique interpretations.
Filomena
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A Georgetown landmark for over 30 years, Filomena blends old-world cooking with cutting-edge creations by an award-winning Italian chef.
Malmaison- Event space, café, and patisserie featuring fine French dining on the historic Georgetown waterfront.
Quintessential European Café, Creperie, Coffeeshop and Bar...a trip to Paris without the fare!
1054 31st St. NW (202) 333-5012 hillanddalerecords.com
1063 Wisconsin Ave. NW (202) 338-8800 filomena.com
2820 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (202) 338-0625 dtrmodern.com
3401 Water St. NW (202) 817-3340 malmaisondc.com
A boutique hotel in the heart of the city, featuring an intimate cocktail lounge and rooftop lounge with unbeatable views.
3000 K St., NW (202) 333-4422 bangkokjoesdc.com
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Trick-or-treating and other Halloween-themed activities are out of this world at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (the Chantilly, VA branch of the National Air & Space Museum), Oct 22.
Root on the city’s bedecked and bedazzled drag queens as they strap on their heels and race up 17th Street at this annual event, Oct 25.
4. Ice Jesus
5. Georgetown Shopping
More than 2 million pounds of colorful ice depicting Christmas Around the World, huge Nativity, ice slides over two stories high, and an ice-carving zone will stop you cold at the Gaylord National Harbor, Nov 19 – Jan 1.
7. Scottish Walk
Knock out your holiday shopping or just enjoy window shopping on the streets of Georgetown, festively decorated for the season.
3. Temple Hall Corn Maize & Fall Festival A giant cornfield maze, pig races, wagon rides, pumpkin blaster, jumping pillow, bouncy cows, and more! Friday – Sunday in Leesburg, VA through Nov 8.
6. ZooLights More than 500,000 LED lights, a laser light show, and live music transform the National Zoo into an evening winter wonderland, Nov 25 – Jan 1.
8. Sake to Me
Warm up with sake at Sushi Taro, one of the top sushi Over 100 Scottish Clans, pipe restaurants in DC. Half-price and drum bands, Scottish sushi and drinks during happy dancers, re-enactment groups, hour (Monday – Friday, 5:30 Scottie dogs, and Santa Claus to 7:00 p.m.) at the bar is march through the historic one of the best deals in streets of Alexandria, Dec 3. town.
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Cathedral Photo Credit: Colin Winterbottom, courtesy of Washington National Cathedral
With apologies to the U.S. Capitol Dome and the Old Post Office Tower, both of which are closed to the public while undergoing extensive renovations, here are the best places to get a top view of Washington:
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NATIONAL CATHEDRAL
Arguably the best view of the city, the Washington Monument features an observation deck 500 feet in the air. The 70-second elevator also takes visitors to a museum. Free same-day tickets can be obtained on site or in advance.
Not for the faint of heart, the Tower Climb at the National Cathedral is 333 steps to the top. Less taxing is the Pilgrim Observation Gallery, accessed via an elevator. Soaring 360 degree views are available with both options. Prices vary.
ARLINGTON HOUSE
NEWSEUM
Robert E. Lee’s former home, this Greek Revival-style mansion became the site of the national cemetery during the Civil War. Now operated by the National Park Service, Arlington House, in Arlington, VA, overlooks the Potomac River and National Mall. Free.
Panoramic views of famed Pennsylvania Avenue can be seen from the Newseum’s terrace, along with an exhibit on the people and events that have made this all-American street – and city – famous. Tickets to the museum are $22.95 for adults, $13.95 for youth when purchased online.
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AIR FORCE MEMORIAL
With dramatic views of the White House and Potomac River, Meridian Hill on 16th St, NW, is a landscaped park complete with a cascading waterfall. It draws residents particularly on Sundays when a weekly drum circle takes place. Free.
Situated on a hill in Arlington, VA, the Air Force Memorial offers unexpected views of the Lincoln Memorial and the U.S. Capitol. The memorial itself is a stunning view of three planes performing a Missing Man formation. Free.
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On the 11th floor of the W Hotel, this trendy rooftop terrace bar and lounge follows a “casual sophistication” dress code. It is a see-and-be-seen destination for the over-21 crowd after 7:00 p.m. Daytime brunch is also available.
National Harbor’s 180-foot Ferris wheel boasts views of Virginia, Maryland, and the District. The 15-minute ride in one of 42 glass-enclosed gondolas costs $15 for adults, $11.25 for children.
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NEW, NOTABLE, Aperto (2013 I St, NW)
Chef Luigi Diotiauti’s second restaurant in Washington opened its doors this fall, expanding on his popular interpretation of Italian classics by incorporating numerous house-made, local, and sustainably farmed products. “Aperto” means “open” in Italian, and the restaurant features an open kitchen where a wide selection of house cured meats and cheeses, pastas, and heirloom vegetables, legumes, and grains are prepared in a style that Chef Luigi was inspired by from his Italian childhood on a farm.
Hazel (808 V St, NW)
The latest joint from Washington’s famed Neighborhood Restaurant Group is Hazel, a cozy spot featuring medium-size plates with global influences. Artfully prepared fish, meat, and fun “Lazy Susan Dinners” in addition to a robust drink menu has shot this venture to a top spot on Washingtonians’ lists. The zucchini bread, made with bee pollen and chamomile gelee, is a popular way to end an evening at Hazel. 38
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Anxo Cidery & Pinxtos Bar (300 Florida Ave, NW)
Washington’s first cidery, which also features the largest collection of cider on draft in the entire country, Anxo focuses on Basque cuisine with its pintxos (Basque small bites) and over 130 offerings of cider. A limited amount of Basque cider is fermented on site, and the restaurant will be collaborating with cidermakers around the world to bring patrons unique flavors. The recently opened bar offers evening hours and an extensive drink menu beyond its ciders by the glass and bottle.
Fare Well (406 H St, NE)
Described as a neighborhood bakery, diner and bar, Fare Well offers “veggie-centric comfort food” and desserts by two-time champions of the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars. House-made proteins, pastas, sauces, and plantbased cheeses presented in creative ways has made this new restaurant popular even among devoted carnivores. Cashew and almond burrata, polenta fries, and buffalo cauliflower dip are early standouts.
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Lupo Verde Authentic Italian 1401 T St NW | (202) 827-4752 www.lupoverdedc.com I Metro: U Street Authentic, rustic, Italian fare featuring a variety of small plates, house-made breads and pastas, antipasti, pizzas al tegamino and a selection of fresh meats and seafood, such as our popular whole roasted fish, grilled sirloin steak and a premiere selection of cheeses and salami.
Station 4 American Bistro + Lounge 1101 4th St., SW | 202-488-0987 www.station4dc.com Metro: Waterfront The sleek and stylish Station 4 is the ideal location for meeting friends and coworkers for lunch, dinner, or happy hour. Monday through Friday from 4pm until 7pm, guests can stop by for fantastic drink and food specials from chef Orlando Amaro. For late night revelers, Station 4 offers a special late night menu.
Tunnicliffs Tavern American Bistro + Lounge 222 7th St., SE | (202) 544-5680 www.tunnicliffs.com The friendly and relaxed crowd is a combination of local and passersby. Tunnicliff’s is well-known for its tasty brunch served every Saturday and Sunday, as well as their Monday night neighborhood appreciation night featuring a $20 3-course menu and half price bottles of wine. nowguides.com
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Occidental Grill & Seafood American | Outdoor Patio 1475 Pennsylvania Ave NW | (202) 783-1475 Occidentaldc.com | Metro: Metro Center Share in over 110 years of Washington, DC history while enjoying classic yet contemporary American cuisine. Relax and dine on the expansive patio or in the iconic dining room, located steps from the White House.
Kramerbooks & Afterwords Café American 1517 Connecticut Ave., | 202-387-1400 kramers.com I Metro: DuPont Circle Kramerbooks & Afterwords Café is Washington’s only full-service restaurant and complete bar combined with an independent bookstore. Located at the Dupont Metro Q Street station since 1976, we are open early and late every day. The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. We offer a full, widely varied dinner menu until closing time, as well as cocktails, coffee drinks and fabulous desserts.
Le Grenier German 502 H St., NE | (202) 544-4999 legrenierdc.com | Metro: Union Station Enjoy French Cuisine with a great wine selection or craft cocktail in a vintage attic decor, a cozy atmosphere with intimate ambiance on the vibrant H Street corridor. Open for Dinner from Tuesday - Sunday.Brunch Saturday & Sunday.
Café Berlin German 322 Massachusetts Ave., NE | (202) 543-7656 cafeberlindc.com | Metro: Union Station Located only a few blocks from the U.S. Capitol and Union Station, Café Berlin is the perfect hideaway place on Capitol Hill. People continue to come back for a menu filled with fabulous tasting food such as Wiener Schnitzel, sauerbraten, potato pancake, homemade pastries and of course German beer and wine. 40
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See the City for Less Tour D.C. NOW with the value and convenience of the NOW Pass. With deep discounts on popular attractions and open top double-decker sightseeing buses, the NOW Pass is the only ticket you need. Adult passes have a retail value of $118, but you pay just $69.95, giving you a savings of over 40%!
Spy Museum
Big Bus Tours
New for 2016, NOW Passes include Red, Blue and Yellow on Big Bus Tours, a huge value for visitors looking to make the most out of their visit to our Nation’s Capital! Catch the Best Sites With more than 20 stops throughout the city, the cozy double-decker buses and NOW Pass allow you to hop on and off at the major memorials and monuments, the U.S. Capitol, White House, Smithsonian museums, the National Zoo, and areas ranging from Capitol Hill to Georgetown.
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Included in your NOW Pass is admission to the popular International Spy Museum, Newseum and Madame Tussauds, three can’t-miss Washington experiences! Get your NOW Pass NOW Passes must be purchased and printed from thenowpass.com. Make sure to check out the FAQs page (thenowpass.com/help) where you can find answers to all your NOW Pass questions depature times, bus stop locations, operating hours, and more. It’s that easy!
Things to Do The Masonic Secrets Tour of Washington, DC
Nicknamed the “money factory”, visitors will see sheets of hundred dollar bills being printed, cut, and stacked for circulation. Open to general public Mon. - Fri. 9 am10:45 am and 12:30 pm-2 pm. Call for special hours. Metro: Smithsonian; free admission.
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News reporter Andrew Girard exposes secret symbols of the powerful Freemasons -- a walking tour of the National Mall. Mature audiences.
The DAR Museum
Arlington National Cemetery
1776 D Street, NW (202) 628-1776 www.dar.org
Arlington, VA 22211 (703) 607-8576 www.arlingtoncemetery.mil
Arlington National Cemetery is the most sacred military burial ground in the country, with almost 300,000 dead buried. Includes the famous changing of the guard every day, the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the graves of JFK and RFK. Open daily 8 am-7 pm. Metro: Arlington Cemetery; free admission.
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
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2300 Wisconsin Ave, NW (DC) 814 King Street (Alexandria, VA) www.escaperoomlive.com
The clock is ticking. You are locked in a room. The only way out is to uncover a set of cleverly designed clues hidden around the room, and find the key. This is no nightmare, but one of the hottest new trends in entertainment that TripAdvisor now calls Washington D.C.’s #1 attraction in the “Fun & Games” category.
50 Massachusetts Ave. NE or Board at any designated stop (1-877) 332-8689 www.bigbustours.com
With over 40 ‘hop-on, hop-off’ stops, the Big Bus tour is the best way to experience all the Nation’s Capital has to offer. The unique, elevated position of the top deck of our double-decker buses, provides you with a unique perspective and gives you fantastic, uninterrupted views of all the amazing landmarks and memorials. Each All-Loops ticket includes admission to Madame Tussauds.
14th St., SW & C St., SW (202) 874-2330 www.moneyfactory.gov
Featuring classic Federal period architecture, this beautiful house museum includes D.C.’s finest collection of circa 1790s-1830s furniture and art. . Tue-Sun 11am-3pm. Metro: Dupont Circle; admission $5.00; children and students with ID free.
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Dumbarton House
2715 Q St., NW (202) 337-2288 www.dumbartonhouse.org
400 Michigan Avenue, NE (202) 526-8300 www.nationalshrine.com
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, Bookstore and Cafeteria. Open 365 days/yr. Free parking. Metro: Brookland/CUA; free admission.
Known for its more than 30,000 examples of objects made or used in America prior to the Industrial Revolution, the DAR museum, founded in 1890, is run by the Daughters of the American Revolution. With its ever rotating exhibitions, expansive library available for researching historical and family information, and various Children’s Programs, the DAR Museum is can’t-miss.
International Spy Museum 800 F St., NW (202) 393-7798 www.spymuseum.org
Escape Room Live DC
The Spy Museum includes one of the most extensive collections of spy gear in the world, interactive exhibits and fantastic displays describing the history of espionage. Hours vary. Metro: Gallery PlaceChinatown; admission fee.
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Things to Do Jefferson Memorial
Mount Vernon: George Washington’s Estate & Gardens
National Mall (202) 426-6841 www.nps.gov/thje
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy Mount Vernon, VA 22309 (703) 780-2000 www.mountvernon.org
A beautiful marble structure and 19-foot statue was built to honor our nation’s third president and writer of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson. Open daily. Metro: Smithsonian; free admission.
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.
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.
MLK Memorial
National Mall (202) 426-6841 http://www.nps.gov/linc
National Gallery of Art
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.
1400 North Meade St., Arlington, VA (703) 289-2500
Located at Arlington Cemetery, this statue is a grand tribute to the United States Marine Corps. It was inspired by the famous photograph of the flag raising at Iwo Jima. Open daily. Metro: Rosslyn; free admission.
National Museum of Natural History
10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW (202) 633-1000 www.naturalhistory.si.edu/
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial (703) 697-7351 www.mlkmemorial.org
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1250 New York Ave., NW (202) 783-5000 www.nmwa.org
Marine Corps Memorial Iwo Jima Statue
The newest memorial on the National Mall utilizes natural elements such as the crescent-shaped stone wall inscribed with excerpts of Dr. King’s sermons and public addresses. The centerpiece of the Memorial, the “Stone of Hope”, features a 30-foot likeness of Dr. King. Nearest Metro: Smithsonian; free admission.
(202) 426-6841 www.nps.gov/nacc
The National Mall stretches from the Capitol building to the Lincoln Memorial and houses the Washington Monument, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Abraham Lincoln Memorial, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, World War II Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Open daily. Metro: Smithsonian; free admission.
Lincoln Memorial
Situated at the end of the National Mall, this memorial to our nation’s 16th president encloses an enormous statue of Abraham Lincoln within a temple. Open daily. Metro: Foggy Bottom-GWU; free admission.
National Mall
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. Museum of Natural History
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The Phillips Collection
National Mall (202) 619-7222 www.wwiimemorial.com
Washington Monument
The Phillips Collection
National Mall Constitution Ave., NW (202) 426-6841 www.nps.gov/wamo
1600 21st St., NW (202) 387-2151 www.phillipscollection.org
America’s first museum of modern art, founded in 1921, houses over 3,000 works by both modern and impressionist artists. Open Tues.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm; Thurs. extended hours until 8:30 pm; Sun. 11 am-6 pm. Metro: Dupont Circle; 18 and under free admissionn. Adult admission fee.
The Washington Monument is one of the most recognized images depicting the nation’s capital. The Monument is shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, stands 555 feet tall, and offers views in excess of 30 miles. Tickets should be bought in advance if visitors want to go up to its observation room. After nearly three years under construction, the Washington Monument will reopen on May 12th. See website for more details.
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden 1644 31st St., NW (202) 965-0400 www.tudorplace.org
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Washington National Cathedral 3101 Wisconsin Ave., NW (202) 537-6200 nationalcathedral.org
One of the most beautiful architectural sites in the District, the campus contains a magnificent cathedral, one of the most exclusive private schools in the country, and well maintained landscaping. Mon-Fri. 10 am-5:30 pm, Sat. 10am-4:30pm, Sun. 8am-5pm. Metro: Tenleytown-AU; $10 admission.
Union Station
2 West/40 Massachusetts Ave., NE (202) 289-1908 www.unionstationdc.com
Washington D.C.’s largest train station is a hub that connects the capital to the rest of the country via train. It also includes a shopping mall and many restaurants. Open daily. Metro: Union Station; free admission.
White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 456-2200 www.whitehouse.gov
U.S. Capitol
Capitol Hill (202) 226-8000 www.aoc.gov
The U.S. Capitol is where the House and Senate make our nation’s laws. Tours can be arranged directly through the Capitol Visitor Center using thecapitol.gov. Tours M – Sat. 8:50 am-3:20 pm. Metro: Capitol South; free, tix required.
National Mall 1023 15th St., NW thewall-usa.com
The black granite walls of this memorial have the names of over 58,000 Americans killed in the Vietnam War. There is also a bronze sculpture of soldiers that honors those lost during Vietnam. Open daily. Metro: Foggy Bottom-GWU; free admission.
This monument honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort. Open daily. Metro: Smithsonian; free admission
Explore 180 years of history at this Georgetown National Historic Landmark, the home and 5-acre gardens are an oasis of history and beauty and a window on American heritage. Tours on the hour: Tues.-Sat., 10-3, Sundays, 12-3. Self-guided garden tours. Metro: Dupont Circle. Admission fee.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Union Station
The White House Visitor Center located at the southeast corner of 15th and E Streets is open seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Please contact your senator or representative for details about touring the White House. Metro: Federal Triangle; McPherson Square.
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