of Museum ure Cult National and y or Smithsonian an Hist Americ African 10 FREE THINGS 1. WITNESS THE MAJESTY OF THE NEWEST MUSEUM Last fall, the National Mall welcomed the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture , which features stunning architecture and five floors of exhibitions and artifacts that tell the incredible story of the African American experience. Same-day passes are available online at 6:30 am. 2. BASK IN THE SOUNDS OF JAZZ AT THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART SCULPTURE GARDEN Jazz in the Garden Photo by Joe Loong The ‘Jazz in the Garden’ series is one of the most popular summertime activities in town. Jazz bands and artists jam in front of picnic-toting locals at the National Gallery of Art garden, which is filled with sculptures from modern masters. Wine and snacks are available for purchase. The series is free and runs from late May to early September, on Friday evenings. 3. CREATE A MOMENT AT THE NATIONAL MALL’S MEMORIALS the Walk along Tidal Basin A stroll through the National Mall presents countless opportunities for Instagram glory, as you can stand beside Abe on his perch at the Lincoln Memorial , marvel at Jefferson Memorial views along the Tidal Basin and reflect on the great civil rights icon at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial . 4. TAP INTO COMMUNAL SPIRIT AT MERIDIAN HILL PARK’S DRUM CIRCLE Located near the vibrant neighborhoods of Columbia Heights and Adams Morgan , Meridian Hill Park features gorgeous scenery and sculptures. Its long-running Sunday afternoon drum circle invites any and all to participate, creating a scene like none other in the nation’s capital. Photo by Drum Circle Elvert Barnes WASHINGTON.ORG | 9
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