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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

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Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC

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Free Things to Do: African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

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3 Days of African American History & Heritage in Washington, DC

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President Lincoln's Cottage

President Lincoln's Cottage offers a unique, historic, and award-winning setting for special events.

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National Mall

National Museum of American History

The National Museum of American History showcases national treasures, like the Star-Spangled Banner and special exhibits on girlhood and religion

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Sixth & I

Sixth & I is a center for arts, entertainment, ideas, and Jewish life in Washington, DC.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

National Building Museum

The National Building Museum is America's leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment.

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National Mall

Vietnam Women's Memorial

Just south of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall is the Vietnam Women's Memorial, which commemorates the 265,000 women that served in the Vietnam War, many of whom worked as nurses

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Ford's Theatre

Where Lincoln's Legacy Lives.

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Downtown

Decatur House on Lafayette Square

Designed by architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe in 1818, this historic home was the first and last private residence in Lafayette Square.

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Downtown

The Octagon

Visit The Octagon, DC's oldest private residence

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