College Campuses around the DC area

Posted on December 15, 2011 by lrosan

If you are visiting Washington DC, check out some of the local historic colleges! American University, Howard University, Georgetown University and Gallaudet University are just a few of the dozens of college campuses in the District of Columbia. Tours can be arranged by visiting the campus websites. I recently toured Gallaudet which is the only deaf campus in the world and has an amazing background of research and development in speech, audiology and sign language.

Joseph, Innkeeper

Washington Auto Show

Posted on December 9, 2011 by lrosan

The annual Washington Auto Show will be held at the DC Convention Center on January 27^th - February 05^th 2012.

Joseph, Innkeeper

Rock Creek Park, Washington DC

Posted on December 8, 2011 by lrosan

Come visit Washington DC’s largest federal park! As one of our nation’s first federally protected national parks, Rock Creek Park offers a glimpse of our nation’s capital in its untouched historic state with plenty of sites and tours offered daily. Bike trails, picnic areas and hiking paths are abundant and there are also cellphone guided tours by visiting the National Park Services website by clicking here!

Enjoy!

Joseph, Innkeeper

Christmas in Georgetown Washington, DC

Posted on December 4, 2011 by lrosan

Its Christmas in Georgetown! Located just west of the National Mall is the historic area of Georgetown, DC. Home to some of the oldest buildings, great food and plenty of shops, there is never a dull moment to spend some time here. From December 9th-20th, 2011, Georgetown will host the “12 Days of Merriment”, which is full of holiday promotions, contests and activities.

Getting to Georgetown is fairly simple which is located right of the Foggy Bottom metro station, or a small taxi ride from DuPont Circle.

Happy Holidays!
Joseph, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Amazing Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Washington DC. We are located within a short walk from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile NW of the White House

American University Museum at the Katzen, Washington DC

Posted on November 17, 2011 by lrosan

The American University Museum is located in the Katzen Arts Center on the American University Campus. The museum focuses on international art due to their global commitment to human rights and social justice. They also show political exhibitions and support the art local artists in the area. The museum celebrates each exhibitions opening with an “Artist Reception”. There are also “Gallery Talks” regularly scheduled so art enthusiasts may have the opportunity to speak with the artist about their work. The Katzen Art center also holds activities for children on a regular basis.

The American University Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11am to 4pm. The museum is fully accessible for persons with disabilities. Admission to the museum is free to all ages. Please visit the website for additional visitor information.

The Museum is accessible by the Tenleytown metro station on the red line. There is a shuttle located at the metro station that will bring you directly to the Katzen Art Center. The American University Shuttle runs in 10 to 15 minute intervals. There are also several metro bus lines that will take you the can take to the University (N2, N3, N4,N6, N8 and M4). Please visit metro’s web page for additional assistance planning your trip.

Happy Travels!
Alexis, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Amazing Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Washington DC. We are located within a short walk from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile NW of the White HouseWashington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

Bethesda Art Walk

Posted on October 11, 2011 by lrosan

Bethesda is a culturally diverse community in Montgomery County in the suburbs of Maryland, located just 15minutes outside of the district by metro. On the second Friday of every month, from 6-9pm, the area art galleries and studios participate in the Bethesda Art Walk , allowing visitors and locals alike to enjoy some of the local artists as well as some national and international artists as well. The studios and galleries showcase art in various media including painting, photography and sculptures. You can walk through downtown Bethesda and enjoy the open houses at your leisure or take advantage of the free guided tours offered during the Spring and Fall months. Downtown Bethesda has a variety of shops and restaurants offering cuisine from classic American, Mexican, Indian, Belgian Style Brasserie and Asian Fusion just to name a few. The area is lovely to walk through, an often busy and lively on the weekend evenings. This event is free!

Downtown Bethesda is accessible by the Bethesda metro station serviced by the red line. The downtown area is less than a 5 minute walk away from the metro station, or you can catch the Bethesda Circulator, which makes frequent stops near all of the area galleries.

Enjoy!
Alexis, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Washington DC’s friendliest Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are located across from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of the White House

Free Concerts at The Woodrow Wilson Plaza

Posted on September 20, 2011 by lrosan

The Woodrow Wilson Plaza is located at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. During the summer months from June – September there is a live musical performance daily during the weekdays. This serves as a nice retreat for the employees in that area as well as the tourists visiting the many attractions in that area. The music played is diverse from day to day. There could be Rhythym & Blues, Rock and Roll and the locally founded Go-Go music playing that day. If you are visiting the old post-office, the visitor center, or on your way to the Capitol, grab lunch form the food court at the concourse and come back up stairs and enjoy live music with the locals.

Woodrow Wilson Plaza is accessible by the Federal Triangle metro station, serviced by the blue and orange lines. Please visit metro’s website for additional travel information.

For additional information on shows please visit the venue’s website.

Jonathan , Innkeeper

Labor Day Concert at the US Capitol

Posted on August 14, 2011 by lrosan

Once again the West Lawn of the US Capitol serves as the choice venue for musical celebration for a national holiday. The National Symphony Orchestra will be featured at the Labor Day Concert on September 4th at 8PM. Admission to the event is free. Gates open at 5pm, but an earlier arrival is highly suggested as most will be in line early to secure a good seat on the lawn. The event will be moved to the Kennedy Center Concert Hall should there be inclement weather.

The US Capitol is accessible by the Capitol South metro station, serviced by the blue and orange lines. Should the event be moved to the Kennedy Center due to inclement weather, the Kennedy Center is accessible by the Foggy Bottom metro station also accessible by the blue and orange lines. The Kennedy Center shuttle provides service to and from the Kennedy Center and Foggy Bottom metro station. Alternatively, should you decide to walk, the center is a 10 minutes away. Please visit metro’s website for additional travel information and real time status updates.

Enjoy! Alexis, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations . We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

Millenium Stage

Posted on July 9, 2011 by lrosan

The Kennedy Center offers free performances at 6pm every evening, year round via the Millenium Stage. The featured shows cover a large spectrum of musical styles and genres. If you are on a budget and would like to include a performance at the Kennedy Center on your list of things to do, this is an excellent option. The Kennedy Center also offers a great view of the Potomac River. Washington Harbour is walking distance, and there are tons of restaurants to choose from.

The Kennedy Center is accessible via the Foggy Bottom metro station, serviced by the blue and orange lines. There is a shuttle that provides transport from the metro station to the Kennedy Center. On a nice day, you may want to walk. It will only take you about 10 minutes, and you will pass the infamous Watergate building.

Enjoy the Show!
Alexis, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations . We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

P.O.V. (Point Of View) Rooftop Bar and Terrace

Posted on June 29, 2011 by lrosan

One of the best view in Washington DC: the W hotel rooftop!Located next door to The White House, the historic Hotel Washington , one of the city’s oldest hotels, has been reinvented into W Hotel Washington. The luxury hotel was remodeled in 2009 and infuses bright colors and contemporary design while preserving the building’s Beaux Arts architecture.

The famed rooftop terrace, once the most popular destination for presidents and politicos, has for decades provided what are known as the best views of the White House lawn and the nation’s capital.

The Roof top on 15 street is located within walking distance to the National Mall and many of the city’s most popular attractions, including the national memorials, museums, restaurants, shopping, and theaters.

Enjoy the view! Jonathan, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations . We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.