10 FREE THINGS 7 8 9 DISCOVER SMITHSONIAN’S NATIONAL ZOO Explore the 163-acre zoological park known for its winding paths, giant pandas (and a cub!), a large elephant habitat and 390 species of animals. HONOR VETERANS DAY Wreath layings take place across the region on Nov. 11 at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, World War II Memorial, Arlington Cemetery and more, with many providing special tributes. WITNESS THE WONDER OF CRAFT AT THE RENWICK GALLERY 10 Located just steps from the White House, this marvel of modern architecture features a permanent collection of American craft works, as well as rotating exhibits that will dazzle you with their innovation and creativity. Expect to see pieces from the 19th century to the present at this Smithsonian museum. SPOT MASTERPIECES AT THE NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART With two buildings (East and West), The National Gallery of Art features more than 150,000 paintings, sculptures, photographs, decorative arts, prints and drawings that span the history of Western art. The gorgeous Sculpture Garden features an ice rink during the winter. WASHINGTON.ORG WASH INGTON.ORG/F REE For more free things to do, visit 11