SEE & DO Quick Find Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . pg 100 Attractions Packages. . . . . pg 105 Smithsonian Museums . . pg 105 Tours & Sightseeing. . . . . pg 106 Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries . . . . . . . . . . . pg 108 Sports & Recreation. . . . . pg 109 Shopping & Spas. . . . . . . pg 110 214 McNair Rd. Arlington, VA (703) 235-1530 nps.gov/arho w Virginia " Arlington Cemetery Former home of Robert E. Lee. Open daily 9:30 am–4:30 pm. Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. Arlington House 1411 W St. SE (202) 619-7222 w DC Metro Area " Anacostia Directing visitors to sites in historic neighborhoods that illustrate aspects of African-American history. Black History National Recreation Trail Broccoli City ATTRACTIONS 1925 Vermont Ave. NW (202) 667-2667 afroamcivilwar.org w Shaw " U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo This memorial is a sculpture commemorating the more than 209,145 soldiers who served in the United States Color Troupes during the Civil War. 1 Air Force Memorial Dr. Arlington, VA (703) 979-0674 afdw.af.mil/afmemorial w Virginia " Pentagon Envisioned as a national place where all people can pause to remember, honor and celebrate the people and the achievements of America’s Airmen. African American Civil War Memorial Arlington, VA (703) 614-0238, (877) 907-8585 arlingtoncemetery.mil w Virginia " Arlington Cemetery Home to 285,000+ graves, including those of President John F. Kennedy, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and world champion boxer Joe Louis. 1238 Maryland Ave. SW artechouse.com w Southwest & The Wharf " Smithsonian DC’s original home for digital art welcomes your event, fusing art and technology to create unique and unforgettable events. Arlington National Cemetery 2500 Independence Ave. SE bcfestival.com w DC Metro Area A black-owned social enterprise rooted in impact and entertainment that focuses on people and progress. 1218 16th St. NW (202) 838-3180 chineseamericanmuseum.org w Downtown " Dupont Circle, Farragut North A museum about Chinese American history, culture and role in the American story. Special exhibit hours during development. 20 Ridge Sq. NW cityridgedc.com w Tenleytown " Tenleytown-AU There’s never a dull day at City Ridge. We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event and welcoming you to this vibrant community. Chinese American Museum City Ridge ARTECHOUSE 11710 MacArthur Blvd. Potomac, MD (301) 767-3714 nps.gov/choh w Maryland " Foggy Bottom-GWU The National Park Service invites you to travel back to the 1870s on a mule-drawn canal boat. Hear stories of those who worked on the C&O Canal. 575 3rd St. NW (202) 789-0900 capitaljewishmuseum.org w Capitol Hill " Judiciary Square A new and modern event venue in a historic DC landmark, now available for social and business functions for up to 300 guests. C&O Canal National Historical Park Air Force Memorial Capital Jewish Museum 3206 M St. NW (202) 337-8770 citytavernclubdc.org w Georgetown " Foggy Bottom-GWU Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, a unique, historic and elegant venue embodies our nation’s history, perfect for any special event. City Tavern Preservation Foundation PL ANNING 2118 Massachusetts Ave. NW (202) 785-2040 americanrevolutioninstitute.org w Dupont Circle " Dupont Circle Explore Gilded Age DC at this 1905 Beaux Arts mansion built for Larz and Isabel Anderson, now the headquarters of the Society of the Cincinnati. Anderson House – The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati 6432 General Green Way Alexandria, VA (703) 436-9107 baliansprings.com w DC Metro Area " Franconia-Springfield Shift from “me time” to a “we time” mentality at this 100,000 sq. ft. wellness club. Balian Springs Social Club for Wellness EVENT 400 Michigan Ave. NE (202) 526-8300 nationalshrine.org w Brookland " Brookland-CUA Largest Catholic church in North America. Spectacular venue for concerts, music festivals, lectures, receptions and more. Free parking, near Metro. Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception 141 American Way National Harbor, MD (301) 842-8650 thecapitalwheel.com w Maryland " Branch Ave Host your next event at Flight Deck at The Capital Wheel. Their stunning outdoor lounge is perfect for corporate events. Visit the website for more. The Capital Wheel 437 7th St. NW (202) 824-0613 clarabartonmuseum.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter, Gallery Pl-Chinatown 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. 1776 D St. NW (202) 879-3241 dar.org/museum w Foggy Bottom " Farragut North, Farragut West 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. Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office Museum GUIDE DAR Museum 1725 Rhode Island Ave. NW (202) 347-3215 stmatthewscathedral.org w Downtown " Farragut North The mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, established in 1840. Guided tours by appointment. Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle DC Black Pride 100 (202) 737-5767 dcblackpride.org w DC Metro Area Held annually during the Memorial Day weekend and celebrates the African American lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.
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