SEE & DO Quick Find Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . pg 102 Attractions Packages. . . . . pg 106 Smithsonian Museums . . pg 106 Tours & Sightseeing . . . . . pg 107 Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries . . . . . . . . . . . pg 109 Sports & Recreation. . . . . pg 109 Shopping & Spas. . . . . . . pg 110 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. 214 McNair Rd. Arlington, VA (703) 235-1530 nps.gov/arho w Virginia " Arlington Cemetery Former home of Robert E. Lee. Open daily 9:30AM–4:30PM. Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. African American Civil War Memorial 201 18th St. NW (202) 370-0149 museum.oas.org w National Mall " Farragut North, Farragut West Host your organization’s next event at our historic and beautiful museum and veranda just steps from the White House, Monument and National Mall. Art Museum of the Americas, Organization of American States (OAS) 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 DC Black Pride (202) 737-5767 dcblackpride.org w DC Metro Area DC Black Pride, held annually during the Memorial Day weekend celebrates the African American lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. DC History Center 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 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 801 K St. NW (202) 516-1363 dchistory.org w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown, Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center Learn about local Washington, DC history! The Wharf (202) 800-8230 dcjazzfest.org w Capitol Riverfront " Navy Yard-Ballpark With more than 125 performances in 60 venues. The largest music festival in Washington, DC. It’s all things jazz in June. 1235 W St. NE dcbx.org w DC Metro Area " Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood Engage DCBX Live early in your event planning for support producing visionary and culturally inclusive events that support your corporate mission. 700 Army Navy Dr. Arlington, VA (202) 307-3463 deamuseum.org w Virginia " Pentagon City Visit the DEA Museum to start a dialog about the dynamic history of drug law enforcement in America and how drug misuse impacts communities. DC Jazz Festival Broccoli City Air Force Memorial 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 DCBX Arlington House 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 City Ridge DEA Museum GUIDE Capital Jewish Museum PL ANNING 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. Arlington National Cemetery 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 DAR Museum EVENT The Capital Pride Alliance 102 (202) 719-5304 capitalpride.org w DC Metro Area A nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs of the DMV LGBTQ+ community. 540 Independence Ave. SW (202) 296-0004 nps.gov/ddem/index.htm w National Mall " L'Enfant Plaza The brand-new memorial to Dwight D. Eisenhower, Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in Europe during World War II and 34th U.S. President. Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
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