The Cemetery The Arlington National Cemetery is the most prestigious military cemetery in the United States. Located in Arlington, Virginia just outside the nation’s capital, the land in which the cemetery encompasses was once the home of Civil War Army General Robert E. Lee. There are several memorials on the grounds including the Tomb of …
Read More
Washington D.C.’s Potomac River Waterfront is one of the most scenic places in the entire city. It is nestled largely between Georgetown and Downtown Arlington, VA. There are tons of fun activities for the entire family, for couples young and old, for friends of any age, and for the solo traveler. Sometimes you just need …
Read More
MLB Opening Day 2020 The Washington Nationals will open the 2020 MLB campaign on Thursday, April 2. The 2020 Opening day will be unlike any other! Coming off a 2019 World Series victory over the Houston Astros, it is safe to say that there is great excitement for this upcoming season. Known more for its …
Read More
The Museum The Smithsonian American Art Museum is one of the largest collections of American Art in the world. It features more than 7,000 artists. The galleries highlight famous periods of American history through art commissioned to capture them. For example, “Experience America” is a series that the Federal Government commissioned. Its intent was to …
Read More
The Monument Towering 30-feet tall, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial is a must-see attraction on the National Mall. Honoring the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr., this public space is nearby to the Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and Washington Monument. Engraved into this statue are many of King’s most famous quotes from …
Read More
The Garden The United States Botanic Garden is located on the official grounds of the United States Capitol here in Washington D.C. It is part of the Capitol Grounds. As a result of this, it shares grounds with many important United States landmarks. Among these are the Capitol Building and Visitor Center, The Congressional Office …
Read More
The iconic Lincoln Memorial is a must-see for any tourist visiting Washington DC! The Memorial The Lincoln Memorial is a 99-foot tall marble structure in the style of classic Greek architecture. It is built out of Yule Marble quarried from Colorado. It sits atop 145 steps leading up from the reflection pool at the …
Read More
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden Museum Hours: 10 AM – 5:30 PM Sculpture Garden Hours: All Hours Location Independence Ave SW &, 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 Nearest Metro Stop: Smithsonian Station Food Dolcezza Cafe located inside the museum proper, ground floor Museum History The Hirshhorn Museum was opened in 1974 with the purpose …
Read More
