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Washington DC Museums

Information about the Washington Monument Earthquake Damage and repair progress

Last year one of our nations famous iconic symbols was greatly damaged by a natural disaster.  An earthquake struck the Virginia area on August 23, 2011 causing damage to our nations capitol in Washington DC.  With a shocking magnitude for this area of 5.8, major cracks scorched the 555 foot Washington Monument with visible cracks and openings on all sides.  The monument has been closed indefinitely for repairs.

We here at the American Guest House Bed and Breakfast hope that our guests can enjoy this national treasure again soon and that the repairs will be completed so that tourist can safety return to visit the monument and enjoy the scenic view of all four horizons in sight.

 

For up to date information on the progress of the earthquake damage visit the National Parks Service website.  Our location is just over a mile from the national mall or a few metro stops away.  We offer our guests maps, information on the latest events in DC, best ways to get around with suggested methods to complete your desired itinerary plans.  All this with our inclusive complementary warm breakfast.  We are one of the few Washington DC bed and breakfast inn’s that are very close to the National Mall.  Please visit our website for reservation information and availability.

Jonathan, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

 

Washington DC Museums

Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

There are 19 Smithsonian Museums and Galleries in the Washington DC are and the National Zoological Park.  Visit any of these amazing museums on the National mall and surrounding areas in Washington DC for a breathe taking experience.  Admission is free and most areas are open year round.

  • African American History and Culture Museum
  • African Art Museum
  • Air and Space Museum
  • Air and Space Museum Udvar-Hazy Center
  • American Art Museum
  • American History Museum
  • American Indian Museum
  • American Indian Museum Heye Center
  • Anacostia Community Museum
  • Arts and Industries Building
  • Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum
  • Freer Gallery of Art
  • Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
  • National Zoo
  • Natural History Museum
  • Portrait Gallery
  • Postal Museum
  • Renwick Gallery
  • Sackler Gallery
  • Smithsonian Institution Building,
    The Castle

The American Guest House Bed and Breakfast is located within walking distance to most of these locations of a quick metro ride away.  Our Washington DC Hotel is a great place for family and friends to visit our nations’ Capital be very close to all the action.  Please visit our website for more information and make sure you “Like” us on Facebook to be given last minutes deals that we offer to our friends!

Enjoy!

Jonathan, Innkeeper
American Guest House in Washington DC

 

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