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Newseum
2 reviews
#16 of 39 things to do in Washington
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Andy99 says:
The Newseum is one of Washington, DC's newest museums and attractions. It's a museum of--News. The story of news and current events past and present and how journalists covered those stories and bring news stories to you today.
The Newseum is large. Exhibits are on seven levels. Permanent exhibit…
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Andy99 says:
Underneath the US Capitol building runs one of the more unusual transit systems that you'll encounter. Linking the Capitol building to the Congressional office buildings are the Senate Subway and House Subway. These are functional transit systems, meant to transport Members of Congress and their sta…
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tj1777 says:
The Smithsonian institution is a great old institution originally funded by an English man who had never been to the USA. Today the National Mall in Washington is lined by several museums from the Smithsonian. One of the noteworthy once is the Air and Space museum.
Since it is a part of the Smith…
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tj1777 says:
The Library of Congress is the biggest library in the world and you can just walk in the door and have a look in possibly the most beautiful building in all of Washington DC - the Thomas Jefferson Library of Congress building. If you are going for a tour of the Capitol building you may as well use t…
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Andy99 says:
The National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is a landmark in Northeast Washington. The very large Catholic church is not a cathedral or a parish church. It was begun as a center for Catholic worship in the USA--a national church--and as a shrine to Mary. Regular daily services are held.
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Andy99 says:
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History has been called “America’s Attic.” The museum on the National Mall definitely exhibits an eclectic collection of artifacts dealing with American political, social, and cultural history.
First opened in 1964, the National Museum of Ame…
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weathertrinity says:
This museum is an incredible experience. Spies across the globe and instruments used are shown. A great gift shop. The museum takes at minimum 2-3 hours to go through.
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Andy99 says:
The illuminated National Christmas Tree has been a Washington, DC, tradition since 1923. Since, 1978 the same live tree, a Colorado Blue Spruce planted on the Ellipse, has served as the official National Christmas Tree. The President switches on the tree lights in a ceremony held in early December. …
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Andy99 says:
The National Portrait Gallery displays images of individuals who have shaped the United States and its culture. Men and women are depicted here who have made contributions and had an impact, for good or ill, in politics, performing arts, the sciences, the arts, sports, and the news media. The Portra…
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missandrea81 says:
Since I have moved to the Washington D.C. area a year and a half ago, I've been to the National Zoo four times. I love taking my visitors here because it's just such a great way to spend time outside.
The admission is free like in all other museums and Smithsonian establishments in D.C.. I usually…
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corinda says:
I visited the US Capital city in August 2008. It was a short trip, so I was only able to visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and Union Station. There were lots of activities on the Mall. When I go back and have more time, I hope to tour the capital and check out more museums.
I really…
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StephanieG says:
Dupont Circle is a great part of D.C. I used to work in that area, and in the Spring, it's so nice to go eat lunch or lay out in the little park area by the fountain in the middle of the Circle. Also, there are a ton of great shops and restaurants around Dupont. Mimi's American Bistro is wonderful. …
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Mr. Smiths
1 review
#28 of 39 things to do in Washington
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Maui says:
Mr. Smith's is a piano bar in Georgetown. In the back, they have a garden decorated restaurant. The food is so-so, but the atmosphere is great. It advertises itself as "The Friendliest Place in Town" and they're not kidding.
If you don't mind a bit of a smokey, dark atmosphere, I …
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diisha392 says:
The NGA Sculpture Garden is one of two outdoor sculpture gardens on the mall (the other one being over by the Hirshhorn Museum). It is a simple walk on a graveled path to look at the various sculptures on display. Each is marked with a block displaying the name of the artist, the name of the piece…
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Andy99 says:
The United States Botanic Garden is a wonderful display of plants, flowers, and other flora. The Conservatory is located between the National Mall and Capitol Hill, adjacent to the United States Capitol. Many parts of the collection are descendants of exotic specimens gathered by the world-wide US E…
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