ATTRACTIONS (continued) SEE & DO Museum of the Bible 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (202) 844-2486 nationalchildrensmuseum.org w Downtown " Federal Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial This memorial serves as a lasting tribute to all that MLK achieved. Adjacent to the FDR Memorial. Open daily, except Dec. 25. Free. 1964 Independence Ave. SW (202) 426-6841 nps.gov/mlkm w National Mall " Foggy Bottom-GWU Through interactive exhibits and cutting-edge technology, this museum invites all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible. Ad on inside front cover 400 4th St. SW (866) 430-6682 museumofthebible.org w Southwest & The Wharf " Federal Center SW National Gallery of Art Featuring cultural performances and an exhibit on local history, visit the new MLK Library, where art and culture intersect in the heart of Downtown. 901 G St. NW (202) 642-5541 dclibrary.org/eventrentals w Downtown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Metro Center Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library National Aquarium Wild, aquatic worlds are waiting just up the road from DC. Visit Baltimore’s Inner Harbor today. Ad page 22 501 E Pratt St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 576-3800 aqua.org w Maryland Permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and works on paper, plus changing exhibitions. Free admission. Ad page 34 4th St. & Constitution Ave. NW (202) 737-4215 nga.gov w National Mall " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter National Geographic Museum The museum bringing interactive exhibitions that illuminate work in science, exploration and storytelling. 1145 17th St. NW (202) 857-7700 natgeomuseum.org w Downtown " Dupont Circle, Farragut North National Archives Museum Mary McLeod Bethune Statue Lincoln Park Commemorates the life of Mary McLeod Bethune and the organi-zation she founded, the National Council of Negro Women. First headquarters of the council. 1301 E Capitol St. SE (202) 673-2402 nps.gov/cahi/historyculture/ cahi_lincoln.htm w Capitol Hill " Eastern Market Home of the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution and Bill of Rights. Hosting engaging historical programs and educational initiatives. Ad page 16 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (202) 357-5000 archives.gov w National Mall " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter National Guard Memorial Museum GUIDE Mount Vernon Trail National Building Museum VISIT ORS The 18.5-mile trail winds along the Virginia side of the Potomac River between Theodore Roosevelt Island and George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Arlington/Alexandria, VA (703) 285-2598 nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/ mtvernontrail.htm w Virginia " Arlington Cemetery, Rosslyn The premier destination dedicated to architecture, engi-neering and design. Four blocks from the National Mall. 401 F St. NW (202) 272-2448 nbm.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square The only national museum dedicated to telling the com-prehensive story of the National Guard of the United States over 382 years. 1 Massachusetts Ave. NW (202) 789-0031 ngef.org w Capitol Hill " Union Station National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum National Cherry Blossom Festival * Museum of Illusions Let the imagination run wild in mind bending exhibits blending education and entertainment for all ages. 925 H St. NW (443) 286-7070 moiwashington.com w Downtown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown OFFICIAL Mar. 20–Apr. 16, 2023. Welcome to springtime in Washington, DC. Enjoy events, programs and festivity across the city. (202) 661-7584 nationalcherry blossomfestival.org w Downtown " Smithsonian Explore the stories and inven-tions of more than 600 Hall of Famers through interactive kiosks and exhibitions. Museum admission is always free. 600 Dulany St. Alexandria, VA 22314 (571) 272-0095 invent.org/museum w Virginia " Eisenhower Ave National Law Enforcement Museum National Children's Museum 66 Playful science, technology, engi-neering, arts and math (STEAM) exhibits and virtual programs spark curiosity and ignite creativ-ity in all learners. An immersive, interactive walk-in-the-shoes experience high-lighting the stories of American law enforcement. 444 E St. NW (202) 737-3400 nleomf.org/museum w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square
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