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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President Abraham Lincoln spent the final four years of his life in the Nation’s Capital. During his time here, he left a lasting imprint—on buildings where he lived and worked, and at the theater where he lost his life. Visitors can tour the sites; some that stand today as memorials to his legacy. As you…
Art Attack: Art lovers don’t miss Washington DC’s many fabulous art galleries! Art enthusiasts know the Nation’s Capital is home to a bounty of world-class galleries. What’s your favorite? The Renwick Gallery The unique and whimsical installations in this National Landmark Building founded in 1859 are always a must-see! The historic building is across the street…
When our trees are changing colors and the breezes are picking up, it’s the perfect time to visit (or revisit) Arlington National Cemetery. People come from all over the world to pay homage to the fallen soldiers laid to rest here. You may wonder how the cemetery come to be? It all started at Arlington…
It’s not unusual for me to long for a place after I leave. Yet there are so many incredible destinations in the world, I seldom re-visit places. Lisbon is an exception. I’m going back. My whole family fell in love with the country of Portugal. We adored the friendly people, hearty food, temperate climate, mysterious castles and lush gardens. From the romantic…
“Southern states are filled with thousands of historical markers, tourist sites and other remembrances of the Confederacy that entirely omit the racism behind the Confederate project.” James Loewen in Lies Across America; What our Historic Sites get Wrong As controversy grows over whether statues and memorials honoring Confederate soldiers should remain in public parks, this is…
Spring has sprung and there’s a lot more to see in Washington DC than cherry blossoms and monuments. Enjoying nature’s beauty is one reason to visit Washington; another is to catch some colorful events and fascinating exhibits at DC’s museums. Now, really is the perfect time to visit the Nation’s Capital. The US National…
This Museum is Different The grand re-opening of the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown is here! It’s a fabulous museum that uses innovative exhibits and interactives to teach visitors the early history of the United States. One new addition to the museum is the Living History Experience. The museum features events leading up to the British surrender at Yorktown, along with the period…
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The Sewall-Belmont House & Museum has always been one of my favorite Washington DC landmarks, and I was thrilled to learn it was proclaimed a National Monument. The 200-year-old building will become the Sewall-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument and have access to much-needed funds from the United States’s National Park Service. The decision was part of President Obama’s efforts to…
Travel and Dish
Travel and Dish 