What a great concert which made me cry! A great collaboration between Japanese and American…read moremilitary bands. There are free movie nights too;) Event price: Free~?! Interior: Great. Some traditional pictures. Theater room: Clean and small. Parking lot: Hmmmm... Gotta find private or street ones. Location: Fantastic! Everything is close here. The Army Navy club, Nordstrom rack, Paul,...

Lovely pictures of bonsai. A video tells you some interesting history about the greatest man to…read morepractice the art. A really cool lighted bamboo mini bridge was on display as well. Lighted with micro chips. Enjoyed my visit.

This museum was interesting and inspirational with exhibits on financial literacy, using your…read moretraits to become successful, stories from people who worked hard for their version of the American Dream. Many of the exhibits are interactive and very engaging. The museum was nearly empty - apparently word hasn't gotten out about how great it is. Avoid the crowds while it's still a secret gem. It won't take long for word to get out about this new museum.

Heart this museum that use to be the Riggs National Bank built in 1899 and is also known as the…read morepresidents bank of which over half of the U.S. presidents use to bank. It's steps from the White House and U.S. Treasury. Heart the interactive museum that celebrates the successes of entrepreneurs and the opportunities, innovation and statements and videos of personal achievements. The museum has photos, original documents from the past history of the bank, and two original bank vaults. The tree of generations greets you as you enter the main floor and is interactive, so you and your family can post instantly your digital pic. I recommend this museum to everyone and you'll feel inspired & motivated after visiting this new museum.

Someone at the hotel we were staying at recommended we checked this place out and we were so glad…read moreshe did. What a unique place! The mansion was actually a combination of multiple houses put together and in doing so, over 80 secret rooms are hidden throughout the museum. Everything in the museum is for sale. If something is too big to carry, you can take a picture and show it to a staff member for assistance. The rooms were all themed too, everything from old school toys and cartoons to the Beatles to horror icons like chucky and Michael Meyers! It was pretty crazy walking through and going through these hidden doors to either a secret room or a secret pathway. We only found 15 of the 80 doors! Crazy! Overall it's a really cool way to spend a couple hours.

So much history here - so be sure to embrace that part of the mansion!…read more Otherwise, I've always just approached the mansion as a cool, quirky, fun house of stimulation. Every inch and every corner is pretty much covered with something interesting to look at. In terms of a fun house vibe, you can definitely get lost and explore the mansion for hours. But at some point, I usually adjust my lens a bit a realize that it's just a really extension collection of flea market and estate sale items that have been arranged in an way to make it interesting (it even smells like it, in a moth ball-like way!) Either way, I would recommend everyone to experience it at least once if you have a free afternoon and time to kill. It's definitely a one of a kind experience!

This is such a DC hidden gem! I was walking around the area and needed a place to hunker down for a…read morelittle bit until my next meeting so decided to walk in to the cultural center. There's a library and an exhibit detailing Oman's rich history, which I learned so much about. The employee was super nice and even guided me through some of the exhibit. 10/10 would recommend!

Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center opened in 2014 to serve as a place that encourages Oman-USA mutual…read moreunderstanding. It's a beautiful building designed like a house of its size in Oman. It's open Monday-Friday from 10am-4pm to the public. Guests can walk through 1.5 rooms of learning about how people in Oman live as well as visit the large library. Throughout the building one can find brochures promoting Oman tourism. They also host events throughout the month as well as Arabic lessons, etc. The guy at the front desk was friendly and helpful.

I really enjoyed the overall concept and creative vision of this museum. It has a lot going in its…read morefavor. It has a prime location within easy walking distance of Metro center, in the beautiful old Franklin building. The staff are friendly and helpful. There is no charge for entry although donations are very welcome. One could almost go exclusively to visit the gift shop and the museum cafe as they are both so nice and full of fun things to feast the senses on. But for now I will stick to the museum. You start on the third floor and work your way down. There are displays for all ages and levels of interest, from very technical linguistics to basic "repeat after me". There's karaoke for the brave, joke telling for the dads, a Photo Booth for the tweens and an absolutely epic library in which fairy tales come to life. There's also a section on advertising and it's lures. The café is really fabulous and delicious and gives you a true taste of the global plate that America thankfully has adopted. I thoroughly enjoyed my West African chicken and shrimp curry. I was only sad that it was too early in the day on a weekday and with kids to enjoy one of their dozens of fantabulous looking cocktails! I'll have to go back for that!

We went here with some friend while visiting the DC. area. It was very fun and interesting I wish I…read moretook more pictures. They had a room with a digital globe in it where you learned about different languages. Another room talked about telling jokes and you would sit and tell jokes to one another. There was a karaoke room where you learned about how music is constructed. There was a library which is like a Harry Potter room with a hidden door to a poetry nook. I would definitely recommend this place for $15.

Dear reader, Ford's…read moreTheatre is such a special place to see a show, and Come From Away was absolutely wonderful. We sat in Row B of the Left Balcony in seats marked as having an "obstructed view," but the obstruction was incredibly minor. For the price, the seats were an absolute bargain and gave us a fantastic view of the performance. The theatre itself is beautiful, historic, and clearly very well cared for. The staff were universally kind, helpful, and genuinely passionate about the space and its history, which adds enormously to the experience. One of the best bonuses is the museum included with your theatre ticket. Definitely arrive early enough to explore before the show rather than racing straight to your seat. The seats themselves are admittedly on the smaller side and can feel a bit cramped, but one rather accepts that as part of the historic theatre experience. Beautiful venue, excellent value, fascinating history, and a phenomenal production. Ford's Theatre remains one of DC's most memorable places for a night out.

I'm surprised not to see any other reviews for Come From Away yet! It was wonderful!…read more The theater itself is a place where the past and present mingle. The chairs are ornate and historical (albeit missing modern day plushness). The bunting in the balcony above indicates where Lincoln was sitting during the attack. Yet, the stage and quality of the audio and visual effects clearly root you in the 21st century. We swept into our seats a mere 5 minutes before the production began, so unfortunately didn't have time to explore the museum. I've heard great things, though! Ushers were friendly and efficient. The actors did an amazing job, but my favorites were the musicians. It was such a nice touch to bring them onstage during the pub scene. The themes of this show are heavy, and the mention of the Pentagon crash pulled a few shudders from the local audience. The play walks the line between tragedy and hopefulness really beautifully; more emphasis is placed on the unity that was found than the darkness that wrought it. Would recommend, especially given the historical significance of the place! Very meaningful to have an American disaster staged within the building that witnessed another dark day for the country over 150 years ago. Very walkable to metro stops, too!

Countless pics and videos. Amazing place and the cafe had some really good food and dessert. I also…read morereally liked their coffee!! The museum itself was an incredible experience that for sure is a core memory. Had to stop by the Gift Shop as well and get a few items. It was worth every penny and donation!

What can I say about the National Museum of African American History and Culture besides WOW! I'm…read morehonestly shocked at myself for not visiting sooner. Everything about this museum is worth taking the time to see, read, and experience. There is so much history, so many lessons, so much emotion, and so much passion throughout this museum. No matter your age, race, or ethnicity, I truly believe everyone should experience this museum at least once. It's incredibly educational, but it's also an emotional experience. There were moments when I found myself feeling so many different emotions just reading and taking everything in. I wanted to read every single thing! And when people say you cannot experience this entire museum in one day, they are absolutely right! There is just too much to see, learn, and absorb. You really have to visit in sections to fully appreciate everything. I will most definitely be going back. This was honestly the best museum I've ever visited. An absolutely amazing and unforgettable experience!

Went to DC for the weekend and my granddaughter wanted to see the dinosaurs so off we went to the…read moreSmithsonian. Considering that it was the weekend and the museum was packed, everything went smoothly and everyone had a good time. The museum was immaculate and you could find staff members everywhere you went. There is something for everyone to enjoy. When in DC, do yourself a favor and stop by for a visit.

The Natural History Museum is one of many free attractions in Washington, DC. There are two floors…read moreof interesting exhibits to view. For instance, one room is dedicated to crystals and gems. See the lovely Hope diamond and exquisite jewelry from royalty. Another room shows taxidermy animals from the African Savannah. You can spend all day here if you can last. Parking is limited. Use Metro or ride share if possible.

Not much to say; Turkish House in Washington DC. Cultural and educational events come to life here…read more Currently There are Turkish Language Classes.

I found this place by randomly zooming in on Google Maps! TikTok kept recommending all the popular…read morespots in D.C., but this turned out to be a true hidden gem. I loved exploring the different artifacts and seeing how they represent cultures from various time periods around the world. The exhibits are incredibly unique, diverse, and thoughtfully displayed. It may not look like much from the outside, but once you step in, you'll be surprised by how spacious it is. Definitely worth a visit! Your friendly neighborhood museum, with items you wouldn't expect to see. All the items are incredibly beautiful!

I purposely visited recently (winter season) because entrance to the gardens is free, otherwise…read moreit's $15. The gardens are interesting even in the cold months. The couple most closely associated with this Georgetown estate, Mildred and Robert Bliss, clearly loved and thought deeply about this parcel of land when they owned it (1920/30's). Their efforts to preserve and share the space with the public are to be commended. It must have been quite something in its heyday. There's a lot of research that's supported here, as well as other activities. The website explains all that. It's a low-key sightseeing spot; quiet, contemplative.