Located in the heart of DC, the National Museum of American Jewish Military History aims at commemorating and preserving the sacrifice and service of Americans of Jewish faith in the armed forces of the United States. The museum provides an educational and memorable learning experience for all visitors. Established in 1958, the museum is a repository of documents, photographs, and artifacts that maintain the records of the selfless and patriotic service by brave Jewish men and women who have contributed towards the freedom and peace of the country. Check out the event calendar on their website for information related to upcoming exhibitions and memorials.
This famous square is often the site of protests and rallies, primarily because of its proximity to the White House. Do not be surprised to find protestors on any given day, no matter what the weather. The square was named after the Marquis de Lafayette, the French general and a hero in the American Revolution. The park is beautifully landscaped and meticulously maintained. Of special interest is a statue of Andrew Jackson riding his horse.
If you are looking for a spooky time during your visit to the United States' capital, look no further than DC Ghost Tours. The tour company specializes in the hauntings of Lafayette Park and Capital Hill, and revels in scarring and engaging their audience with stories of murder, intrigue, and the paranormal. The tours generally last 90 minutes and are predominantly outside, so bring a jacket for those cooler evenings. Be sure not to wander too far off from the group... or you might find yourself face-to-face with one of Washington DC's infamous ghosts.
Free Tours by Foot offers visitors to DC a fun, interactive and eco-friendly way to explore the capital. With a number of tours on offer, the company provides knowledgeable tour guides to show you around the best sites. The interesting aspect of these tours is that they are free, visitors are not obligated to pay anything at all. If you like the tour and your guide, then you pay accordingly. The most popular tours include the All-In-One tour which will take you around all the major monuments over a period of four hours from the Washington Monument to the Tidal Basin. Other tours of interest include the Lincoln Assassination, Historic Georgetown as well as the entertaining Secrets and Scandals and Ghosts of Georgetown.
Diseñada por el arquitecto James Renwick, quien también diseñó el Smithsonian Castle, esta galería fue el hogar de la Colección de Arte Corcoran, hasta que superó el edificio. Actualmente, el Renwick es uno de los museos de artesanías más importantes del país. Incluye una gama completa de arte, desde alfombras tejidas a mano hasta muebles. La tienda del museo es un tesoro de arte y libros en honor a la artesanía fina.