ATTRACTIONS (continued) SEE & DO w = LOCATION " = NEARBY METRO = SIGNATURE PARTNER 1550 Anacostia Ave. NE (202) 426-6905 nps.gov/keaq w Anacostia " Deanwood Thousands of water plants, waterlilies, lotuses, water hyacinths and bamboo grow in ponds along the Anacostia River. Flowers bloom May to early fall. Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens 10 Daniel French Dr. SW (202) 426-6841 nps.gov/kwvm w National Mall " Foggy Bottom-GWU Featuring a sculptured column of soldiers arrayed for combat and a 164 ft. mural wall inscribed with the words “Freedom Is Not Free.” 16th & H St. NW (202) 208-1631 nps.gov/nr/travel/wash /dc30.htm w Downtown " Farragut West Named for the Marquis de Lafayette following his visit to America in 1824, this park overlooking the White House features a statue of Andrew Jackson. 101 1st St. SE (202) 707-5000 loc.gov w Capitol Hill " Capitol South, Union Station Visit the Thomas Jefferson Building, known for its magnificent 19th-century architecture, decoration and changing historical exhibitions. 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir. NW (202) 426-6841 nps.gov/linc w National Mall " Foggy Bottom-GWU The 19 ft. marble statue of the 16th president is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and the famous Gettysburg Address. Korean War Veterans Memorial 11th & E. Capitol St. NE (202) 690-5185 nps.gov/cahi/historyculture/ cahi_lincoln.htm w Capitol Hill " Eastern Market Celebrating the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia. The park features the Emancipation statue and the Mary McLeod Bethune statue. Lincoln Park 1964 Independence Ave. SW (202) 426-6841 nps.gov/mlkm w National Mall " Foggy Bottom-GWU Recognizes the history-making civil rights leader and serves as a lasting tribute to the freedom, opportunity and justice for which he stood. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial National Aquarium 501 E. Pratt St. Baltimore, MD (410) 576-3800 aqua.org w Maryland Located in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, featuring thousands of animals. See why it is considered one of the best aquariums in the nation. Luray Caverns Lafayette Square 101 Cave Hill Rd. Luray, VA (540) 743-6551 luraycaverns.com w Virginia The largest, most popular caverns in Eastern America, this U.S. Natural Landmark is 90 minutes from DC, 10 minutes from Shenandoah National Park. 901 G St. NW (202) 642-5541 dclibrary.org/eventrentals w Downtown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Metro Center Plan your next annual meeting, corporate event or gala at the epicenter of cultural vibrancy in downtown Washington, DC. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library 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. National Archives Museum Library of Congress 2020 O St. NW (202) 496-2000 omansion.com w Dupont Circle " Dupont Circle This unique environment inspires guests to solve problems by thinking differently. “No. 1 for meetings and events in the world.” The Mansion on O & O Street Museum 1301 E. Capitol St. SE (202) 673-2402 nps.gov/cahi/historyculture/ cahi_lincoln.htm w Capitol Hill " Eastern Market Mary McLeod Bethune’s last official DC residence and the first headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women. Mary McLeod Bethune Statue Lincoln Park 401 F St. NW (202) 272-2448 nbm.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square Experience the awe-inspiring Great Hall, colossal 75 ft. Corinthian columns and 1,200 ft. long memorial to Civil War veterans. National Building Museum Lincoln Memorial Route 50 near Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, VA (703) 289-2500 nps.gov/gwmp/historyculture/ usmcwarmemorial.htm w Virginia " Rosslyn One of the largest bronze statues ever cast, this memorial commemorates all the Marines who have died in battle since 1775. Marine Corps Memorial Iwo Jima Statue Mount Vernon Trail Turkey Run Park McLean, VA (703) 285-2598 nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/ mtvernontrail.htm w Virginia This 18.5-mile trail winds along the Virginia side of the Potomac River between Theodore Roosevelt Island and Mount Vernon with scenic views. 400 4th St. SW (866) 430-6682 museumofthebible.org w Southwest & The Wharf " 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. 1275 K St. NW, Ste. 1000 (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. National Cherry Blossom Festival ★ 100 EVENT PLANNING GUIDE Museum of the Bible
Washington DC Event Planner Guide 2023 Event Planning Guide: Page 100
