Earth Month at Union Station Washington DC

In order to foster a public discussion on global warming, the Earth Day Network is sponsoring a month long event at Union Station in Washington DC. Beginning on April 1 and lasting to April 30 2013 ,Washington DC’s Union Station … Continue reading

C & O Canal towpath in Georgetown

As the warmer weather arrives in Washington, the time is ripe to explore some of the unique natural features of the area. One local favorite is the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, better known as the C & O canal. There, you … Continue reading

Springtime begins to blossom in Washington DC

  Springtime is beginning to emerge in Washington DC… Join us here in Washington as the days grow longer, and the early spring flowers begin to bloom! Soon the capital’s renowned cherry trees will begin to blossom. Consider visiting during the National … Continue reading

Women’s Suffrage Centennial Celebration in Washington DC this weekend

The Suffrage Centennial Celebration, honoring the 100 year anniversary of the Women’s Suffrage March in Washington DC, will be held in the nation’s capitol this weekend from March 1-3, 2013. The celebration commemorates the centennial of the date Inez Milholland and … Continue reading

The National Museum of Health and Medicine

Washington D.C. has no shortage of museums.  However, you’d have a hard time answering the following question, “Excuse me, do you know where the National Museum of Health and Medicine is located?”  Perhaps the museum’s location, 2500 Linden Lane, Silver … Continue reading

US Botanical Gardens in Washington DC

As the springtime weather begins to emerge, it becomes the perfect time to visit the US Botanical Gardens in Washington DC. Established in 1820, The Botanical Gardens are among the oldest in the nation. Completely free to the public, The Conservatory, … Continue reading

President’s Day Weekend in Washington DC, February 2013

Looking for a getaway for President’s Day Weekend 2013? Look no further than Washington DC! What better place to celebrate the birth of our nation’s great presidential leaders than right here in Washington? Here is your go-to-guide to some of the … Continue reading

Springtime in DC-The National Cherry Blossom Festival

Growing weary of the winter, and eagerly awaiting the warmer weather? Why not take this chance to book a springtime excursion now, and seize the opportunity to see one of the quintessential signs of springtime in Washington DC- the opening … Continue reading

Holiday lights in Washington

In DC for the holidays and looking for festive holiday activities in the area? Visit the National Christmas tree, all lit up on display at the Capitol. Or visit Zoolights at the National Zoo. Or check out the Botanical Garden’s … Continue reading

Spend Presidents Day weekend in DC

What better place to spend President’s Day weekend than in Washington DC? President’s Day, celebrated on February 18th, 2013, originated as a celebration of General George Washington’s birthday, and later evolved to commemorate all of our nation’s great presidential leaders. … Continue reading

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