w = LOCATION " = NEARBY METRO = SIGNATURE PARTNER SEE & DO 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. 927 H St. NW (202) 993-5992 moiwashington.com w Downtown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown Let your group’s imagination run wild in mind-bending exhibits blending education and entertainment, for all ages. 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 1 Massachusetts Ave. NW (202) 789-0031, (888) 226-4287 ngef.org w Capitol Hill " Union Station The museum takes visitors through 6,000 sq. ft. of artifacts, exhibits and images covering nearly 400 years of National Guard history in vivid detail. National Guard Memorial Museum National Museum of American Diplomacy 330 21st St. NW diplomacy.state.gov w Foggy Bottom The first museum dedicated to telling the story of American diplomacy. Exhibits open now. Museum of Illusions DC National Cherry Blossom Festival 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 A/V capabilities and gourmet dining. Museum of the Bible 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 Aquarium 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW (202) 844-2486 nationalchildrensmuseum.org w Downtown " Federal Triangle Celebrate childhood with hands-on science, tech, engineering, arts and math learning experiences one block off the National Mall. National Children’s Museum 600 Dulany St. Alexandria, VA (571) 272-0095 invent.org/honor/ hall-of-fame-museum w Virginia " Eisenhower Avenue Explores the stories and inventions of more than 540 inductees through interactive exhibits. National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum 1775 Semper Fidelis Way Triangle, VA (703) 432-1775 usmcmuseum.com w Virginia " Franconia-Springfield World-class, interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology immerse visitors in the sights and sounds of Marines in action. National Museum of the Marine Corps 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. National Gallery of Art National Archives Museum 4th St. & Constitution Ave. NW (202) 737-4215 nga.gov w Downtown " Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, plus changing exhibitions of art from around the world. 444 E St. NW (202) 737-3400 nleomf.org/museum w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square An immersive, interactive walk in the shoes experience highlighting the stories of American law enforcement. National Law Enforcement Museum 1775 Liberty Dr. Fort Belvoir, VA (800) 506-2672 thenmusa.org w Virginia " Franconia-Springfield This is the premier space for your event, offering a memorable and one-of-a-kind experience that will enhance any function. National Museum of the United States Army 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. 1145 17th St. NW (202) 857-7700 natgeomuseum.org w Downtown " Dupont Circle, Farragut West Due to construction, the National Geographic Museum will be temporarily closed as we reimagine our Base Camp experience. National Geographic Museum 450 F St. NW (202) 585-5877, (202) 737-3400 lawmemorial.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Judiciary Square Marble walls display the names of more than 20,000 federal, state and local law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty dating back to 1791. Between Constitution & Independence Ave. SW (202) 485-9880 nps.gov/nama w National Mall " Smithsonian A splendid green park area extending approximately two miles from the U.S. Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, lined with museums. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial 1250 New York Ave. NW (202) 783-5000, (800) 222-7270 nmwa.org w Downtown " Metro Center Multiple event spaces available in this historic landmark building. A grand, beautiful and flexible venue that houses priceless works of art. National Museum of Women in the Arts National Park Service National Capital Region National Mall 1100 Ohio Dr. SW nps.gov/locations/dc/parks.htm w Southwest & The Wharf Administers the National Mall and monumental core parks that were established the same time the nation’s capital was founded in 1792. 103 WASHINGTON.ORG
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