SEE & DO Arlington National Cemetery The nation’s most treasured burial ground. President John F. Kennedy, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, VA 22211 (703) 614-0238 arlingtoncemetery.mil w Virginia " Arlington Cemetery 1870s on a mule-drawn canal boat. Hear stories of those who worked on the C&O Canal. 11710 MacArthur Blvd. Potomac, MD 20854 (301) 767-3714 nps.gov/choh w Maryland " Foggy Bottom-GWU Cultural Tourism DC Your gateway to historic neighborhoods where museums, parks, theaters and self-guided heritage trails await you. (202) 355-4280 culturaltourismdc.org w Downtown " Metro Center The Capital Wheel DAR Museum ARTECHOUSE In its 6th year, presenting art experiences for all ages that explore the limitless possibilities of tech, creativity and innovation. Ad page 22 1238 Maryland Ave. SW artechouse.com w Southwest & The Wharf " Smithsonian Enjoy the sights and sounds of the nation’s capital from 180 ft. over the Potomac River. Take a spin today. 141 American Way National Harbor, MD 20745 (301) 842-8650 thecapitalwheel.com w Maryland " Branch Ave See how Americans lived during the early days of this country through displays of 18th-and 19th-century home furnishings. Free and open to the public. 1776 D St. NW (202) 879-3241 dar.org/museum w Downtown " Farragut North, Farragut West Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle DC Black Pride Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Largest Catholic church in the U.S.; Top 10 in the world. Stun-ning art and architecture, tours, daily masses, gift shop, cafe, free parking, Metro. Ad page 16 400 Michigan Ave. NE (202) 526-8300 nationalshrine.org w Brookland " Brookland-CUA The mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington. Established in 1840. Guided tours by appointment. 1725 Rhode Island Ave. NW (202) 347-3215 stmatthewscathedral.org w Downtown " Farragut North Celebrates the African American, lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans-gender community. Held annually during Memorial Day weekend. (202) 737-5767 dcblackpride.org w Downtown DC History Center Chinese American Museum Black History National Recreation Trail A new museum about Chinese American history, culture and role in the American story. Get a sneak peek. Special hours and events during development. 1218 16th St. NW (202) 838-3180 chineseamericanmuseum.org w Downtown " Dupont Circle, Farragut North Welcoming visitors to explore and connect with local DC history through three exhibits within the historic Carnegie Library. 801 K St. NW (202) 516-1363 dchistory.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center Directing visitors to sites in historic neighborhoods that illustrate aspects of African American history. 1411 W St. SE (202) 619-7222 w Downtown " Anacostia City Ridge DC Jazz Festival * By the People Festival Four-day full-on arts takeover. Experience all art types including interactive visuals, live dance performances and an augmented reality art hunt. 3400 Prospect St. NW (202) 796-4240 halcyonhouse.org/ by-the-people w Georgetown " Rosslyn Community events for everyone. There’s never a dull day at this vibrant community. 20 Ridge Sq. NW (844) 760-0610 cityridgedc.com w Tenleytown " Van Ness -UDC Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum The DC JazzFest takes over DC with 150+ concerts in 40+ venues citywide, including DC JazzFest at The Wharf. Held annually during Labor Day weekend. (202) 800-8230 dcjazzfest.org w Capitol Riverfront " L'Enfant Plaza WASHINGTON.ORG C&O Canal National Historical Park The National Park Service invites guests to travel back to the Explore the boarding house that served as Clara Barton’s home during and after the Civil War and discover the story of her Missing Soldiers Office. 437 7th St. NW (202) 824-0613 clarabartonmuseum.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter, Gallery Pl-Chinatown DCBX An entertainment and lifestyle brand bringing culturally diverse and inclusive live events to any city to serve consumers of Latin culture. 1235 W St. NE (844) 838-3687 dcbx.org w DC Metro Area " Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood w = LOCATION " = NEARBY METRO = SIGNATURE PARTNER 63
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