Washington DC: Monument - Historical
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National Mall in Washington DC
The National Mall is the open green space between the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument . Four rows of elm trees line either side that are in front of the Smithsonian Museums , East and ... Continue Reading »
Washington DC's Top National Monuments
Washington DC has its fair share of things to do, but for the history buff and monument fanatic, DC is a playground of elephantine proportions. From the White House and Capitol Hill, to the ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Washington DC: Suggested Itineraries
To some, Washington DC means white marble, verdant lawns, and the colorful, ritualistic pageantry of American politics: the Capitol dome; limousine processions on Inauguration Day; the mournful, ... Continue Reading »
Washington DC Colonial Sites
The Battle of Gettysburg, the architecture of Thomas Jefferson, General Washington’s mausoleum; it would be a shame to visit DC and miss out on all the surrounding area has to offer. Consider ... Continue Reading »
Fall is in the Air in Washington DC
Yes, things do seem to be winding down in Washington for the season (How can you tell? Because I’ve gotten a chance to write again!), but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. I actually think ... Continue Reading »
Honest Abe
He sported one of the most recognizable beards in American history, but there’s more to Abraham Lincoln than the famous “Four score and seven years ago.” Not only was he the tallest President (6’4”), ... Continue Reading »
Library of Congress
“Libraries are the one American institution you shouldn't rip off.” -Barbara Kingsolver Can't argue with that – especially because Washington DC's Library of Congress, which is the largest ... Continue Reading »
Washington, DC Recognizes the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War
This April marks the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War, and events are taking place throughout the month to bear witness to this solemn but defining event in American history. ... Continue Reading »
What Do You Know about the White House?
The President lives there. People like to protest in front of it when he does something wrong (or does anything, really). It’s a favorite tourist destination for eighth-graders all over the country. ... Continue Reading »
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