Glenstone, a museum of modern and contemporary art, is integrated into nearly 300 acres of gently rolling pasture and unspoiled woodland in Montgomery County, Maryland, Located less than 15 miles from the heart of Washington, DC, it’s the most unique art museum in area. From the first moment you drive into the gates at Glenstone,…
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The National Cherry Blossom Festival attracts a worldwide audience to celebrate the blooming of nearly 3,700 cherry blossom trees planted around the Tidal Basin and East Potomac Park. The festival events attracts millions of visitors and creates billions of social media impressions. Here’s what you should know about Washington’s pink petal party. How did the trees…
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Arlington House at Arlington National Cemetery is that fancy mansion on the hill you can see from the National Mall and the Washington DC waterfront. A visit to Arlington House offers the opportunity to learn about a fascinating period in history. The landmark mansion is located on a prominent hill overlooking the gravesites of fallen…
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Last year I made it to the annual Scottish Christmas Walk Parade in Old Town Alexandria. I had so much fun and loved seeing all the kilt-wearing participants, cute Scotty dogs, and hearing beautiful tunes on the bag pipes. If you have a chance to check it out, plan a day in Old Town and…
There’s so much to do in the Nation’s Capital during the holiday season, whether that’s a Christmas tree lighting, an outdoor market, a holiday performance, or a spin around an outdoor ice rink. Here are just a few ideas for your wintertime visit to Washington D.C. Washington DC Events Light Up the Night – Where…
Stay in Washington’s Penn Quarter Neighborhood for your next DC Getaway. When you check into the stunning Conrad Washington DC in the vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood, you’ll be astonished by the eclectic design elements from the soaring atrium to the apres ski-style terrace overlooking the city. What I love are the guest rooms with floor to ceiling…
Our beautiful Nation’s Capital is open and welcoming visitors. You can find what’s open at Washington.org. In this post, I’m going to offer some images of typical Washingtonians doing typical things. The theme is comfort and casual. People do dress up for occasions, but overall, dress for the weather, and wear good walking shoes. You’ll…
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the world’s most colorful celebrations of spring. Beginning on March 20 through April 17, the 2022 Festival will include four weeks of events promoting traditional and contemporary arts and culture, natural beauty, and community spirit. The Opening Ceremony is held Sunday, March 20 at the Warner Theatre…
Whether you’re a first time visitor, or can’t wait to revisit the iconic DC landmarks again, there are strategic ways to get the most out of your trip to the Nation’s Capital. Save your legs from walking the expansive National Mall with the open-air Old Town Trolley Tour or free DC Circulator Bus. Both allow…
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