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Henry the elephant in the National Museum of Natural History
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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

History, science, art and culture come alive at these free DC museum...

The National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC, at sunset.
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Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Discover rich and essential African American history at this free Sm...

@washingtondcua - Tour guide with group in Smithsonian National Museum of American History - Free museum in Washington, DC
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Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC

Immerse yourself in the red, white and blue at this impressive free ...

Free African American History and Culture Experiences in Washington, DC - Contemplative Court inside the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
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Free Things to Do: African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Fascinating Black history and culture awaits in DC, from the Smithso...

MLK Jr. Memorial
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3 Days of African American History & Heritage in Washington, DC

Experience African American history, culture and entertainment in Wa...

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Brookland

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

Saint John Paul II National Shrine

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Virginia

Arlington National Cemetery Tours

Arlington National Cemetery is an enduring tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to defending the ideals of our nation.

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Anacostia

Anacostia Community Museum

Welcome to the Anacostia Community Museum

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National Mall

National Museum of the American Indian

Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

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Capitol Hill

National Postal Museum

Smithsonian National Postal Museum

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Capitol Hill

Lincoln Park

This historic park celebrates the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia

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Anacostia

Frederick Douglass National Historic Sit...

The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site preserves the last residence of Frederick Douglass (1818 -1895), one of the most prominent African American leaders of the 19th century

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

DC History Center

Learn about local Washington, DC history!

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DC Metro Area

Mexican Cultural Institute

The Mexican Cultural Institute of Washington, D.C. is committed to enriching the relationship between Mexico and the United States by sharing Mexico's vibrant cultural past and present with the local community

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Capitol Hill

Folger Shakespeare Library

Explore Shakespeare and his world in performances, exhibits, podcasts and more with the Folger, home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.

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Virginia

George Washington's Mount Vernon

The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.

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Cleveland Park

Embassy of Hungary Washington, DC

Brodhead-Bell-Morton Mansion

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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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