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International Conference on Cultural Intelligence

The first ever International Conference on Cultural Intelligence  will be held this year in Washington D.C. at the historic Whittemore House from April 10  to 11, 2013. This event is organized by the Cultural Intelligence Institute whose mission is to promote a higher level of cultural awareness to professionals working across the country or around the world.  Led by distinguished experts and researchers, participants at this year’s conference will have the opportunity to attend nearly 20 breakout sessions on how to manage a diverse set of cultural settings.

If you are planning on attending this important conference, the historic Whittemore House is located a little over a half a mile from our Washington DC lodging.  You can choose between a 12 minute walk – good cardio – or  6 minute bus ride on the Metro 42 bus line – good for the environment. With our convenient location in DuPont Circle, you might just be able to sneak in an afternoon nap during your conference. We look forward to serving your accommodation needs while in Washington DC.

Safe travels,

Bernardo, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC


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The National Museum of Health and Medicine

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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 Spring, MD 20910, makes it difficult for tourist to locate it.

Established during the Civil War, the National Museum of Health and Medicine serves as a  repository for specimens used in military research to better understand the human body.  After World War II, researchers at the museum began working on understanding human pathology.  

poster board

skull with wounds

With it’s countless specimens, the museum is a perfect place to relive childhood dreams of becoming a doctor.  You’ll have the opportunity to view dissected brains, hearts, lungs, and even primitive surgical tools.  For children, the museum provides unlimited opportunities for intellectual stimulation, thanks to its knowledgeable staff and interactive kiosks.

The museum is open 7 days a week, from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm and accessible by the Metro Redline.  For more information, please visit the National Museum of Health and Medicine’s travel page, here.

Don’t forget the view the Lincoln exhibit!

Lincoln Poster

Safe Travels!

Bernardo, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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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, National Garden and Bartholdi Park are open 365 days a year! Located on The National Mall, close to many Smithsonian museums and next to The Capitol Reflecting Pool, the Botanical Gardens offer a variety of exhibits and displays throughout the year.  The Conservatory includes species from all around the world, and the Garden’s “Savage Plants” exhibit features the popular carnivorous plants exhibit. For directions from our Washington dc B & B, a quick 15 minute cab ride away, see the map below.


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Public transit is also available, see map below:

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Enjoy!

Jennifer, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

 

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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 region’s best celebrations:

President’s Day will be honored on February 18th, 2013, with many special events and commemorations happening the weekend prior, from the 16th-18th.

Mount Vernon will be commemorating George Washington’s 281 Birthday Celebration all weekend from February 16-18, 2013, with a series of festivities, including the opportunity to see George Washington’s personal copy of the Constitution.

On February 18, 2013, from 1 to 3 p.m Old Town Alexandria will hold the annual George Washington’s Birthday Parade. For 2013 updates, check back here.

The Gadsby’s Tavern Museum will be hosting a series of events from banquets to parades,  on the weekend of February 16-18.

Or consider visiting the National Memorials along the National Mall, for example,visit the Lincoln Memorial (23rd & Constitution Ave., NW) to see the Presidential wreath-laying ceremony and a dramatic reading of the “Gettysburg Address.” Or tour the White House! Or for a more unusual adventure, tour Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum to see likenesses of all US Presidents carved from wax! And on your way home, why not stop by Colonial Williamsburg for a trip back in time?

Jennifer, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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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. From parades to exhibits, there’s sure to be excitement in the air, and many festivities around town that weekend in DC.

Visit the Lincoln Memorial (23rd & Constitution Ave., NW) to see the Presidential wreath-laying ceremony and a dramatic reading of the “Gettysburg Address.” Or tour the White House! Or for a more unusual adventure, tour Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum to see likenesses of all US Presidents carved from wax!

While in the region, be sure to check out  Old Town Alexandria, home to Washington’s Birthday parade, and the Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, which typically hosts a George Washington’s Birthnight Banquet and Ball during this time. And on your way home, why not stop by Colonial Williamsburg for a trip back in time?

We look forward to seeing you here in Washington over President’s Day Weekend,

Jennifer, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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Enjoy a day in DC

Coming to DC for just one day? at The American Guest House, we have prepared for you an itinerary of some cool stuff that you could do in just one day in the Nation’s capital!

Hope we see you soon!


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Gabriel, Innkeeper

American Guest House in Washington DC

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The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink

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Getting in the winter spirit? Enjoy art?  Why not combine the two at The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink? 

There you can view the outdoor sculptures, while ice skating in the open air, at times even to music!

The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Ice Rink is free and open to the public, and located on the National Mall at 7th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. Monday- Thursday, the Gallery is open 10 a.m.- 9  p.m.; Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; and Sunday, 11:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.

When you’re finished, come on back the Guest House and warm up with some delicious hot cocoa. Enjoy!

Jennifer, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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Dom Pedro Aquamarine at Smithsonian Museum of Natural History

   For many years the Hope Diamond has been the star of the Smithsonian
National Museum of Natural History in Washington DC, but now it’s light is not shining as bright since it begun sharing the spot light with Dom Pedro Aquamarine, the largest single piece of cut-gem aquamarine in the world.  This magnificent gem was mined in Brazil in the late 1980s and named after its first two Brazilian emperors, Dom Pedro Primeiro and his son, Dom Pedro Segundo.

 

Lucia Rosan
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New Exhibit at Smithsonian Museum

The Smithsonian Museum is opening a new exhibit, Roads of Arabia. For those of you passionate about history, this is an exhibit that you cannot miss. The artifacts at display come from a variety of civilizations that lived in the Arabian peninsula. The exhibition will be on display until February 2013.

Whether you are passionate about history, Islam, or just love museums; you should consider visiting this new exhibit.  We hope you will stay at our inn lodging located about 2 miles from the Smithsonian Museums and Monuments.

Gabriel, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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The Ann Loeb Bronfman Gallery

The Ann Loeb Bronfman Gallery offers exhibits and programs that enhance Jewish identity, while also examining issues of social importance and developing the community. This Washington national art gallery has for mission to present art of various media as well as artifacts that maintain a theme of social consciousness and promote cultural awareness. (The gallery also offers workshops and classes).  Being one more fine option within the several Washington dc sightseeing.

Jonathan, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

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