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White House. The seat of our country’s leadership and a Washington, DC’s most prominent landmark, the White House is the official home and office of the President of the United States and the cabinet. Part of President's Park, the White House is a complex of three buildings, with the original residence housing the president's home and rooms for official ceremonies and entertaining. The White House consists of 6 floors with 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 412 doors, 147 windows, 8 fireplaces, 8 staircases, 3 elevators, 5 chefs, a tennis court, bowling alley, movie theater, jogging track, swimming pool, and a putting green. First occupied in 1800, the White House is built of white-painted Aqua sandstone in late Georgian style. Take the tour and see its architectural beauty and significant history as America’s highest symbol of democracy. Walk through The Blue Room, East Room, Green Room, Red Room, and State Dining Room. Visit www.whitehouse.gov.
US Capitol. The heart of Capitol Hill - located at the east end of the National Mall - the United States Capitol in Washington, DC, is an impressive icon of American freedom, democracy and government. Founded in 1793, the US Capitol is one of the most architecturally impressive and symbolically significant buildings in the world. The US Capitol building has housed the Senate and the House of Representatives for over two centuries and is a monument to the American people and government. The powerful pulse of our nation’s capital is derived from Congressional activities under its majestic dome. The Capitol Building is open for guided tours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Saturday. Visit www.aoc.gov/cc/capitol. [Top]
White House. The seat of our country’s leadership and a Washington, DC’s most prominent landmark, the White House is the official home and office of the President of the United States and the cabinet. Part of President's Park, the White House is a complex of three buildings, with the original residence housing the president's home and rooms for official ceremonies and entertaining. The White House consists of 6 floors with 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 412 doors, 147 windows, 8 fireplaces, 8 staircases, 3 elevators, 5 chefs, a tennis court, bowling alley, movie theater, jogging track, swimming pool, and a putting green. First occupied in 1800, the White House is built of white-painted Aqua sandstone in late Georgian style. Take the tour and see its architectural beauty and significant history as America’s highest symbol of democracy. Walk through The Blue Room, East Room, Green Room, Red Room, and State Dining Room. Visit www.whitehouse.gov.US Capitol. The heart of Capitol Hill - located at the east end of the National Mall - the United States Capitol in Washington, DC, is an impressive icon of American freedom, democracy and government. Founded in 1793, the US Capitol is one of the most architecturally impressive and symbolically significant buildings in the world. The US Capitol building has housed the Senate and the House of Representatives for over two centuries and is a monument to the American people and government. The powerful pulse of our nation’s capital is derived from Congressional activities under its majestic dome. The Capitol Building is open for guided tours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Saturday. Visit www.aoc.gov/cc/capitol. [Top]
National Mall & Memorial Parks. Nestled in Downtown DC, The National Mall & Memorial Parks is an open national park that protects the oldest park lands in the nation. The National Mall & Memorial Parks commemorate presidential legacies, honor the courage and sacrifice of war veterans, celebrate America’s freedom and equality and preserves treasures of history and art. The National Mall includes Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, WWII Memorial, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, National Museum of American History, National Gallery of Art and other famous landmarks. A National Historic Landmark, and one of Washington, DC’s oldest buildings, the National Mall is a magnificent example of Greek-Revival architecture. Visit www.nps.gov/vive/index.htm.
Lincoln Memorial. A shrine for President Abraham Lincoln, Lincoln Memorial is one of the most profound and powerful symbols of American freedom and a place to express ideas that unite our nation. Part of the National Mall, this National Historic Landmark is in the form of a Greek Doric temple, with a massive sculpture of Lincoln beneath inscriptions of two immortal speeches. Millions come here to be inspired by the spirit of President Lincoln's vision and passion. The memorial was the site of Martin Luther King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963. Visit www.nps.gov/linc. [Top]
Lincoln Memorial. A shrine for President Abraham Lincoln, Lincoln Memorial is one of the most profound and powerful symbols of American freedom and a place to express ideas that unite our nation. Part of the National Mall, this National Historic Landmark is in the form of a Greek Doric temple, with a massive sculpture of Lincoln beneath inscriptions of two immortal speeches. Millions come here to be inspired by the spirit of President Lincoln's vision and passion. The memorial was the site of Martin Luther King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963. Visit www.nps.gov/linc. [Top]
Washington Monument. Honoring our nation’s first President, the Washington Monument celebrates the distinguished leadership of President George Washington, who led the country to independence. One of the oldest attractions in Washington, the 555-foot white marble and granite Egyptian obelisk shaped monument captures the imagination and ideals of people from around the world. The commemorative stones in the monument’s stairwell come from every state in the Union. Open: 9:00 am to 4:45 pm daily. Free tickets are available through the National Park Service at 800-967-2283. Visit www.nps.gov/archive/wamo/home.htm.
Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Thomas Jefferson Memorial stands as an enduring symbol of liberty and a site for inspiration for citizens of the world. Modeled after the Pantheon of Rome, Jefferson Memorial is America's cherished memorial to our third president and a landmark in the skyline of Washington, DC. Written inside the memorial are the stirring, immortal words of Thomas Jefferson, written over 200 years ago, that have shaped American ideals and government. The circular, colonnaded structure of neoclassic style is a symbol of liberty. Each year the Jefferson Memorial hosts the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Visit www.nps.gov/thje/index.htm.[Top]
Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Thomas Jefferson Memorial stands as an enduring symbol of liberty and a site for inspiration for citizens of the world. Modeled after the Pantheon of Rome, Jefferson Memorial is America's cherished memorial to our third president and a landmark in the skyline of Washington, DC. Written inside the memorial are the stirring, immortal words of Thomas Jefferson, written over 200 years ago, that have shaped American ideals and government. The circular, colonnaded structure of neoclassic style is a symbol of liberty. Each year the Jefferson Memorial hosts the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Visit www.nps.gov/thje/index.htm.[Top]
Holocaust Memorial Museum. A living memorial to the million murdered during the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is our national institution for the documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history. Adjacent to the National Mall, the museum inspires people to confront hatred, prevent genocide, promote human dignity, and reflect upon the moral and spiritual questions raised by the Holocaust. Since its dedication in 1993, the Museum’s authentic exhibits and inspiring tributes have taught millions about the dangers of prejudice and genocide. The Museum broadens public understanding of the Holocaust through multifaceted programs, exhibitions, art, artifacts and annual Days of Remembrance. For information, visit www.ushmm.org.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Setting aside the controversies of the war, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who served during the Vietnam Conflict. Designed by Maya Lin, who believed that “the politics had eclipsed the veterans, their service and their lives,” the elegantly simple memorial encourages people to remember and respond. For those affected by this divisive war, it is also a place of healing and hope. Currently, there are 58,249 names on the wall. Visit www.nps.gov/vive. [Top]
Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Setting aside the controversies of the war, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who served during the Vietnam Conflict. Designed by Maya Lin, who believed that “the politics had eclipsed the veterans, their service and their lives,” the elegantly simple memorial encourages people to remember and respond. For those affected by this divisive war, it is also a place of healing and hope. Currently, there are 58,249 names on the wall. Visit www.nps.gov/vive. [Top]
National WW II Memorial. The National World War II Memorial on the National Mall commemorates the sacrifice and victory of WWII. The Memorial honors 16 million veterans who served in the US armed forces, the 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort. The memorial is a symbol of the spirit of the American people during WW II. The design balances classical and modern styles of architecture, harmonized with its natural and cultural surroundings. Located on 17th Street, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, the Memorial is flanked by the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. Visit www.nps.gov/nwwm.
US Supreme Court. The US Supreme Court is the cornerstone of American democracy and our government’s judicial branch. Completed in 1935, the impressive building was designed in classical Corinthian architectural style to harmonize with DC’s congressional buildings. As an equal, independent branch of the US Government, the Supreme Court - the highest court in the land - is an icon of the national ideal of justice and an enduring symbol of faith in our legal system. The Supreme Court offers exhibits, educational programs, and a theater with a film about the Supreme Court. Visit www.supremecourtus.gov/. [Top]
US Supreme Court. The US Supreme Court is the cornerstone of American democracy and our government’s judicial branch. Completed in 1935, the impressive building was designed in classical Corinthian architectural style to harmonize with DC’s congressional buildings. As an equal, independent branch of the US Government, the Supreme Court - the highest court in the land - is an icon of the national ideal of justice and an enduring symbol of faith in our legal system. The Supreme Court offers exhibits, educational programs, and a theater with a film about the Supreme Court. Visit www.supremecourtus.gov/. [Top]
Washington Convention Center. Located in the heart of Downtown Washington, DC, the monumental, 2.3 million sq. ft. Washington Convention Center is an essential meeting and event facility with 703,000 sq. ft. of prime exhibit space and 150,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space topped by an elegant ballroom for 3,000 people and views of the D.C. skyline. Acclaimed for it award-winning architecture and design, the Washington Convention Center offers state-of-the-art technology and telecommunications, restaurants such as Wolfgang Puck's, and is home to the largest art collection of any convention center in the nation. Call (202) 249-3400 or visit www.dcconvention.com.
Iwo Jima Memorial. The US Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, VA, is a respectful tribute to the honored dead of the U.S. Marine Corps who have fallen in combat. Based on the Pulitzer-winning photograph and sculpted by Felix de Weldon, the stunning, detailed sculpture depicts the raising of the American flag on Mt. Suribachi on the island of Iwo Jima in 1945. While the statue illustrates one of the most celebrated victories of World War II, the memorial is dedicated to Marines who gave their lives in defense of this country since 1775 and lists the Marine’s major battles since the American Revolution. Next to Arlington National Cemetery, the memorial offers spectacular views of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and US Capitol. Visit www.nps.gov/archive/gwmp/usmc.htm. [Top]
Iwo Jima Memorial. The US Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, VA, is a respectful tribute to the honored dead of the U.S. Marine Corps who have fallen in combat. Based on the Pulitzer-winning photograph and sculpted by Felix de Weldon, the stunning, detailed sculpture depicts the raising of the American flag on Mt. Suribachi on the island of Iwo Jima in 1945. While the statue illustrates one of the most celebrated victories of World War II, the memorial is dedicated to Marines who gave their lives in defense of this country since 1775 and lists the Marine’s major battles since the American Revolution. Next to Arlington National Cemetery, the memorial offers spectacular views of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and US Capitol. Visit www.nps.gov/archive/gwmp/usmc.htm. [Top]
