ATTRACTIONS (continued) w = LOCATION " = NEARBY METRO paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, plus changing exhibitions of art from around the world. = SIGNATURE PARTNER Museum of the Bible National Mall 400 4th St. SW (855) 554-5300 museumofthebible.org w Southwest Waterfront " Federal Center SW Whether hosting an event for four or 400, the museum offers a unique setting with an amazing view, high-tech AV capabilities and gourmet dining. Ad page 71 National Geographic Museum National Aquarium 501 E Pratt St. Baltimore, MD (410) 576-3800 aqua.org w Maryland Located in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, featuring more than 20,000 animals. See why it is considered one of the best in the nation. 1145 17th St. NW (202) 857-7700 ngmuseum.org w Downtown " Farragut North, Dupont Circle Adventure starts here. Check out the changing exhibitions, talks, tastings and films. Between Constitution & Independence Ave. SW (202) 485-9880 nps.gov/nama w National Mall " Smithsonian A splendid green park area extending approximately two miles from the U.S. Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, lined with museums. National World War II Memorial 17th St. & Independence Ave. NW wwiimemorial.com w National Mall " Smithsonian Honoring the 16 million who served during WWII and those who supported the war effort from home. Two 43-ft. arches, a 17-ft. pillar for each state. National Museum of the Marine Corps Newseum National Guard Memorial Museum National Archives & Records Administration 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (202) 357-5000 archives.gov w National Mall " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Houses the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights and more than three billion records. Free admission. 1 Massachusetts Ave. NW (202) 789-0031, (888) 226-4287 ngaus.org/national-guard-memorial-museum w Capitol Hill " Union Station The museum takes visitors through 6,000 sq. ft. of artifacts, exhibits and images covering 378 years of National Guard history in vivid detail. 18900 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Triangle, VA (703) 432-1775 usmcmuseum.com w Virginia " Franconia-Springfield World-class, interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology will immerse visitors in the sights and sounds of Marines in action. 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (202) 292-6100, (888) 639-7386 newseum.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Make headlines with your next event. A stunning venue for meetings, conferences, weddings and parties. Ad page 66 Old Stone House National Museum of the United States Navy National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum National Building Museum 401 F St. NW (202) 272-2448 nbm.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square Experience the awe-inspiring Great Hall, colossal 75-foot Corinthian columns and 1,200-foot-long memorial to Civil War veterans. 600 Dulany St. Alexandria, VA (571) 272-0095 invent.org/honor/ hall-of-fame-museum w Virginia " Eisenhower Ave Explores the stories and inventions of more than 540 inductees through interactive exhibits. 805 Kidder Breese St. SE Washington Navy Yard (202) 433-4882 history.navy.mil/content/ history/museums/nmusn.html w Capitol Riverfront " Navy Yard The collection features the foremast fighting top from the USS Constitution , the bathyscaphe Trieste , ship models, medals, uniforms and photographs. 3051 M St. NW (202) 426-6851 nps.gov/olst w Georgetown " Foggy Bottom-GWU The oldest house in Washington, built in 1765 by a cabinet maker. Tours given by Park Rangers. Group tours available. The Pentagon National Law Enforcement Museum 444 E St. NW (202) 737-3400 LawEnforcementMuseum.org w Downtown " Judiciary Square An immersive, interactive "walk in the shoes" experience highlighting the stories of American law enforcement. National Museum of Women in the Arts National Cherry Blossom Festival ★ (202) 661-7584, (877) 44-BLOOM nationalcherryblossomfestival.org w Downtown " Smithsonian DC's signature springtime event features innovative programming showcasing arts and culture, environment and community spirit, Mar. 20–Apr. 14, 2019. 1250 New York Ave. NW (202) 783-5000, (800) 222-7270 nmwa.org w Downtown " Metro Center Multiple event spaces available in this historic landmark building. A grand, beautiful and flexible venue that houses priceless works of art. I-395 South Exit at Boundary Channel Dr. Arlington, VA (703) 697-1776 pentagon.afis.osd.mil w Virginia " Pentagon Tours of the Pentagon are available to schools, educational organizations and other select groups by reservation only. Pentagon Memorial National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial 400 7th St. NW (202) 737-3400 lawmemorial.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square Marble walls display the names of more than 20,000 federal, state and local law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty dating back to 1791. National Park Service National Capital Region National Gallery of Art 4th St. & Constitution Ave. NW (202) 737-4215 nga.gov w Downtown " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Permanent collection of European and American 1100 Ohio Dr. SW (202) 619-7187 nps.gov/ncro w Southwest Waterfront Administers the National Mall and monumental core parks that were established the same time the nation's capital was founded in 1792. 1 Rotary Rd., West side of the Pentagon Grounds Arlington, VA (703) 697-7351 pentagonmemorial.org w Virginia " Pentagon Designed so that the nation may remember and reflect on the events that occurred on September 11, 2001. Free and open to the public. The Phillips Collection 1600 21st St. NW (202) 387-2151 phillipscollection.org w Dupont Circle " Dupont Circle Works by renowned European and American Impressionists and modern artists—Degas, Matisse, O’Keeffe, Picasso, Renoir and Rothko among them. 114 | EVENT PLANNING GUIDE
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