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This memorial is near the MLK statue. It is easy to see several memorials on one trip. The DC Circulator stop #8 is within walking distance. DC has wonderful treasures rich in history. read more
701 59th Pl
Fairmount Heights, MD 20743
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Last Saturday, we visited the largest, permanent, model railroad display in the mid-Atlantic, owned…read moreby the Baltimore Society for Model Engineers. The Society was founded in March 1932 and is the oldest exclusively model railroad club in the United States. They maintain 2,500 square feet of model railroad displays of steam and diesel freight and passenger trains and trolleys, plus so much more. It was fun to see all the parts of the display - it really gives you a glimpse into the history of railroading. It is not easy to find, as the doorway is tucked into the left front center of the building and the society is located on the third floor with no elevator. The display is normally open on the second Sunday of each month, except May.
These gentlemen have been around 81 amazing years. Great family environment with extremely…read moreknowledgable guys working. Displays are very detailed and even showcase popular Baltimore landmarks.
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I absolutely love visiting the gardens when the lotus flowers are in bloom! So beautiful to see all…read morethe blooms, and the water lilies. The crowds get pretty big, so I try to visit early in the morning. There's a whole day of programs and activities, and plenty of parking.
It's in a sketchy area with no public parking (only street parking). The entrance was confusing…read more I had high hopes for this place and for the longest time wanting to visit, but it was just one giant swamp. Very buggy but that's par for the course! The paths aren't clearly marked so you end up wandering aimlessly. There are sunken spots and areas where you can't tell if the ground is stable. There were random groups of people chanting right when we entered. The boardwalk toward the far end goes nowhere and there's nothing memorable or worth the walk to see. We saw a few lotus flowers and many lilies and a great blue heron made my day! Apart from that, a flop! I would probably never come back.
Super sad how they do Black communities. This one didn't open until 10:15am, I thought the two…read moreladies were cleaning ladies by the way they were dressed with one with a do-rag on her head. They were rude and unprofessional complete with attitude, eyeball rolling, and neck bobbing, I thought I was on a set for "Fridays - In the Hood"! I was trying to pick up a package that was not delivered yesterday, I found out from Amazon that the delivery person for some odd reason did not deliver it but sent an update to Amazon that the package was being held at the Post Office "at the customer's request". That would be an odd request since she got it while out on her deliveries and the only one that could make a request like that would be me. One of them laughed and said she (package carrier) does that sometimes where I told her that was a lie. Her response was "I know" while still laughing. This is crazy!!! Before this office moved the employees were older ladies and always courteous, kind, and helpful to the best of their ability. We are spiraling down the toilet fast!
Everyone needs to post office, so yes I will highly recommend the post office sometimes the post…read moreoffice can be really slow because lack of staff but you were still get your packages out and timely matter and everything is ago, so yes I highly recommend the Minnesota Avenue post office because I use it all the time
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I had a job interview at a school about a half mile from here and used this metro station to get…read moreback into downtown DC afterwards. I took an Uber here and it was an easy drop off situation. I was happy to find this metro station underground because often this far east, the stations are not underground and it was still cold this morning despite it being April 11. Trains (blue and silver) were running at regular intervals so no complaints here!
The station of my childhood. It's in a major intersection (East Capitol Street and Benning Road)…read more You'll know when you're there, by the hood famous "shrimp boat" which should be considered a landmark like Ben's chili bowl at this point. The neighborhood is slowly going thru gentrification. Every now and again, white people will get off here. It's rare though. Dennys is across the street and from what I've heard, it's not that bad. Benning road is the last station on the blue line in DC heading into PG County.
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We did a night tour of DC and had a fabulous experience. Monte was our guide (Bah was our driver)…read moreand was very knowledgeable of DC and US history.
Great experience and excellent way to spend a few days in our capital. Very convenient and…read moreefficient with high quality local guides. They do all the hard work while you enjoy the capital. We were able to see more in less time and the guide made sure we didnt miss a thing. I highly reccomend and would use again!
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Marine Corps Memorial (Iwo Jima) on the DC at Night Tour
World War II Memorial with the Lincoln Memorial in the background on the DC at Night Tour
Zero stars. This was the first and last time I use Premier Sedan. I booked this company for my…read moreboss and her family of 7 for a 5:30am pick-up to Dulles airport for an international flight. From the beginning, the driver was late which put the family in panic mode. They had lots of luggage that needed to be loaded and the driver showed up 8 minutes late, which caused unneeded stress. Calls to customer service to check on the car were immediately put on hold and then disconnected. Rather than putting the family at ease, the dispatcher was rude, sarcastic, and dismissive and ruined the ride for the family. I later spoke with the manager & owner, thinking they would make it right, but instead, they made excuses and dismissed the complaints & concerns as "things that happen". The fact that this company puts themselves first before their customers and makes excuses for their own actions, speaks volumes about their lack of customer service & satisfaction. I do not recommend this company ever!
don't use them. we had signed up for their services back in January 2023 for our vacation in July…read more2023. when the day came to pick us up, they never came and never called us about the driver not coming to pick us up. the person we talked to at the office was very dismissive and told us that we had to figure it out . we have used this company for years and never had a problem like this before. we were on a time crunch and used uber to get us to the airport. not a good look for a business, we will never use them again.
This place absolutely rocks - definitely come here for the flight lessons!…read more I came here for an introductory helicopter flight lesson on a whim and was extremely impressed from beginning to end. The quality and detail involved in the instruction here is superb - you feel like you're being given all of the information you need, from the basics to more complex properties of the helicopters. There was no point where I felt like the information was overwhelming or over-simplified: it seemed like the right mix of education and beginner's instruction. As for the flight, it's a blast! While I was far from talented at piloting the helicopter, I was given quite a lot of control over time, and I felt increasingly comfortable as time went on. I felt safe and monitored the entire time - even when a lot of wind blew the helicopter around, the instructor was available to make things right quickly and effortlessly. Needless to say, if you have the time and the money, give this place a shot!
My boyfriend surprised me with a helicopter tour for my birthday. This was our first helicopter…read moreride and we had an amazing experience. We had Seth as our pilot, and he was great. He was very personable and knowledgeable. He pointed out various landmarks and places that we would be interested in seeing. He took the time to explain everything and throughly check the vehicle, it made us feel very safe and comfortable. Seth answered all questions, and even cracked a few jokes. I would definitely recommend them for celebrating a special occasion or just a romantic date. Make sure to ask for Seth by name you won't be disappointed!
This could be the Rockstar of public libraries around the DMV! Tons of computers for the public to…read moreuse, lots of books in Spanish for the local Latino population, and super friendly staff, both at front desk, where the lady librarian meets you with a smile. It's also super clean, quiet, and well laid out. This branch also boasts what is called a "Dream Lab", where a super friendly and skilled dude named JD will help you out with a cool array of 3D printers, a recording studio, etc. In places like this beautiful library, it's the people who work there that makes you glad that you visited. I give them all 100 stars if I could!
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Fairmount Heights Branch Library - Prince George's County Memorial Library System
5 Stars - Best way to see DC at night! We did a 2-hour…read moreevening monuments tour with Nonpartisan Pedicab on June 23 and it was outstanding. Rob and Don were excellent. They responded super fast when we asked to move our pickup up an hour after we finished dinner early, and they made it happen without any problem. Rob even spoke some Mandarin, which was a huge help for our nearly 80-year-old grandma who doesn't speak much English. Their history knowledge is fantastic and they customized everything to what our group wanted to see. The weather was perfect that night, and the ride felt magical. We got to spend extra time at the spots we loved, and they even let us take extra time at the Lincoln Memorial at the end without charging us more -- such a kind touch (we offered to pay but they wouldn't take it). Smooth navigation, never rushed, thoughtful (they even brought a blanket just in case), and genuinely enjoyable for every generation in our group. This is by far the best and most flexible way to see the monuments up close. We had an amazing time and will 100% book them again next time we're in DC. Highly, highly recommend!
An absolutely spectacular tour highly recommend for anybody who has mobility issues or wants to…read moretravel with their dog
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Winfield Scott Hancock was an extraordinary American. He was quite the general. Called "Superb" by…read morehis troops, he did well in two wars. The Mexican American War and the US Civil War. His intelligence and strategy at Gettysburg, will never be forgotten. Also he had a political career. I like this statue. Admittedly he's not as well known as Grant and others. Yet I feel he deserves better than this. If you're close by should you visit it? Absolutely. Yet it's not worth going out of your way. Art is subjective, but I feel this didn't capture him correctly.
Our nation's capital is busy with monuments and statues of men and women who served our country…read morewith note. This statue near Archives metro station commemorates General Winfield Scott Hancock (1824-1886). Hancock was an Army officer and Democratic nominee for President of the United States in 1880. He served with distinction in the Army for four decades including during the Mexican-American War and as a general during the Civil War. He was noted in particular for his personal leadership at the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863. His military service continued after the Civil War, as Hancock participated in the military Reconstruction of the South and the Army's presence at the Western frontier. Hancock's reputation as a war hero at Gettysburg, combined with his status as a Unionist and supporter of states' rights, made him a potential presidential candidate. When the Democrats nominated him for President in 1880, he ran a strong campaign, but was narrowly defeated by Republican James A. Garfield by both th epopular vote and the electoral college (214-155). Hancock took his electoral defeat in stride and attended Garfield's inauguration. Following the election, Hancock carried on as commander of the Division of the Atlantic. He was elected president of the National Rifle Association in 1881, explaining that "The object of the NRA is to increase the military strength of the country by making skill in the use of arms as prevalent as it was in the days of the Revolution." [Review 14276 overall, round number 1600 of 2020, number 91 in Washington.]
This is a good historical trail. I've not been to all of the stops yet. My dog is old and slow. So…read morewe do a few at a time. It's a good way to learn the history of the neighborhood. It's not long and you can easily knock it out with a little bit of time.
Just off the National Mall are lesser-known, but still important monuments and memorials approved…read moreby Congress. An example is the Simon Bolivar Memorial funded by the Venezuelan government. It's one of five "Statues of the Liberators" in the area. Other things to do next to this memorial is the Department of Interior's free New Deal mural tour at 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursday pre-pandemic. Also, the Art Museum of the Americas, the country's oldest museum dedicated to Latin American and Caribbean art, is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday free of charge. Their large outdoor sculpture garden is open 24/7.
I honestly had to do some research after visiting this statue. There is little information at the…read morestatue aside from what is on the statue itself. But, see, that's what you need to do. If you do not know something, educate yourself so that you are not ignorant. I knew I had heard the name Simon Bolivar before, and until a recent re-watching of a certain show on Netflix, that is my basic knowledge. Thankfully we have a library at our disposal in our hands. It was nice to find out that Simon Bolivar was truly a liberator like the name says. That's enough, I'm not going to hammer in a history lesson. Like another reviewer has stated, this is a lesser known of the many monuments in the DC area. I honestly had no idea about it until I happened to walk by it. It is a nice little respite if you decide to just walk about the city aimlessly. As another reviewer has stated there really isn't any place to sit, but it is nice to just stand in one place and not be pushed along. The stature itself is huge and impressive. Definitely worth a look if you are in the area, but not a necessary stop if you are in DC.
Situated right behind the Department of Transportation buildings, the Transportation Walk is a…read morebricked walkway that boasts a series of artifacts, panels, plaques, and signs related to transportation and travel that describe some key moments and figures in history. Some of the signage needs refreshing/re-etching, especially the ones at the mercy of foot traffic. In the warmer months, the fountains are on to elevate the experience and appeal. There are plenty of benches and seating, which does attract vagrants and unhoused folks. It's also a bit quieter than the bustle of M Street NW. Regardless, don't miss out on an opportunity to learn a little bit of history or have a lunch outdoors from one of the many neighboring restaurants and cafes.
Hidden along a shaded two-block walkway by the U.S. Department of Transportation HQ in Navy Yard is…read morean outdoor museum about the history of transportation. Starting at the entrance near Bluejacket, walk by artifacts like old gas pumps and airplane wheels reading the signs to understand the evolution of transportation from hundreds of years ago to highways. Along the way are tables to enjoy lunch from one of the many nearby spots (Yellow The Cafe is recommended!). If you go with younger kids, take them to the splash area in the nearby award-winning Yards Park.
Randomly, this small Korean War Memorial is outside Randolph Towers in Ballston. Walk around it and…read moreread who the memorial honors.
Nice memorial to those who served and were affected by the Korean War. Well maintained. Fountain…read morealways flowing. History of the conflict described as one walks around the fountain.
Sexiest little blue 19th century school house. Down Sydenstricker Road. Read metal signs about old…read morechurch school. Windows reveal colonial flags, desks, books and a bust of Gen. G. Washington inside! Rebel review: 5
The American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial (AVDLM) is an honor to the disabled veteran men…read moreand women. The memorial is dedicated to the living and fallen. This is one of my favorite memorials because of its design and special messaging inscribed in the stone and glass; all of which is inspiring, invoke reflection, and draws peace. There's a beautiful fountain, which is symbol of tranquility, and seating around the memorial. The quotes on the granite and glass are intentionally situated at eye-level, which is accommodating to wheelchair users. In the fall, the memorial is surrounded by the beautiful color change in tree foliage. When it snows, the site has a feeling of peace. The site is somewhat tucked away from the sight lines of the National Mall, so I don't think many, other than Capitol Hill and federal workers, are aware of this memorial. Because of this, there isn't much foot traffic here which makes it a great place to relax, eat lunch, or simply pit stop from your itinerary around Capitol Hill. A special memorial although isolated from the beaten path of the National Mall.
What a lovely tribute to our veterans. This might not one you would stop and go out of your way to…read moresee simply because you might not know about it and it is not around the rest of the typical memorials. Let me make a point to say that it is worth seeing! Located on the Capitol grounds, this memorial is settled across the street from Bartholdi Park and within sight of the Capitol itself and near the Botanical Gardens. If you wish to visit it, I suggest putting this on your list when in this area. Even though the District has a several monuments and memorials dedicated to our veterans, this particular one is dedicated to those who became handicapped due to their service. Considering that being disabled was looked down upon when many of our memorials were first constructed, it is truly respectable that this was created to honor those very specific individuals who will not be able to return to their regular lives after service. The memorial has a large star with water flowing out from the flame that is in the middle of the star. Surrounding the star are walls with quotes from veterans and namesake individuals from our US history. The way I interpreted the flame inside the star was that just because someone may lose their ability to see, walk, or simply live a 'normal' life again - that their flame remains burning internally. The veteran keeps going and they do not lose sight of serving their country. It's a simple memorial with such a strong message. It is very moving, and I highly recommend seeing this at dusk or twilight.
One of the many memorials in the D.C. area. Unfortunately, it's easy to miss. But don't let that…read moredeter you. It's still a must-see if you're close by and worth the time to do so.
The women were hiding behind a tree. I almost missed them. They were very close to the Vietnam…read moreVeterans Wall. A former U.S. Army nurse, co-founded the Vietnam Women's Memorial Foundation in 1984 with 2 other veterans. It took years of lobbying and meetings for this memorial to finally be approved. In 1988,With assistance from members of Congress the monument was erected. The Vietnam Women's Memorial was established to honor the 265,000 military & civilian women who served around the world during the Vietnam War. Three uniformed women with a wounded male soldier symbolize the support & caregiving roles that women played in the war as nurses and other specialists.
This is an astounding piece. It is also known as Waves and Gulls and is located right of of the…read moreMount Vernon Trail. If boarders the Potomac River. It was made in 1934 by Ernesto Begni del Piatta and depicts 7 sea gulls flying over a wave's crest. It stands 35 feet tall and 30 Feet wide. What caught my eye was the full bed of beautiful red flowers surrounding the statue. There were many people there taking photos. It is very picturesque. As a bonus, you do get a great view of the DC skyline from here. Just be careful of the bicyclist zooming around the corner past the statue. They are going full speed and will seriously hurt you. This memorial is worth a brief stop if you are going by. There is no nearby parking that I saw and I only stumbled upon it because I was walking the trail. I suggest you either walk, bike or scooter here.
The Navy Merchant Marine Memorial is a memorial on Columbia Island that many recognize by driving…read morealong the George Washington Memorial Parkway, but few have stopped to visit it. Here's why it's worth your time: 1) Story: It's the first memorial dedicated to those who lost their lives in the Navy and Merchant Marines. It took almost twenty years to go from ideation to opening due to lack of funds. Given the amount of trash nearby and the decay on the memorial, it's still neglected. 2) Memorial: It's one of the most unique memorials in the city and weirdly beautiful. You can also climb into the wave or use it as a place to read a good book. 3) Views: It's on an island in the Potomac River with stunning views of the National Mall. If you want to visit, you can access it via foot or bike along the Mt. Vernon Trail or you can drive. The parking lot near the marina gives you three hours of free parking. It's a short walk from the parking lot.
Another obscure memorial in DC. If you go along the Potomac past the Lincoln Memorial you'll find…read moreit. The John Ericsson Memorial is dedicated to an obscure but important person. He was important in military history. One thing he invented helped the USA in the Civil War. He was a Swedish American inventor. In the Civil War he was important for the Navy. The important invention of his was the USS Monitor, a ship. It helped guard the Naval stations from the Confederates. This was made of metal and was almost indestructible. By now most people have never heard of him. The memorial is often forgotten about because it's in a traffic circle and most people don't care enough to get closer and look. If you like Civil War history you should find this interesting. It doesn't take long to look at but it's also between some other memorials. This is a good stop along the way.
A lesser-known memorial on the National Mall is the John Ericsson Memorial along the Potomac River…read morenear the Lincoln Memorial in honor of the Swedish-American inventor/engineer who designed the USS Monitor, the ship that ensured Union naval dominance during the Civil War. It was dedicated in 1926 by President Calvin Coolidge and Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden. The entire memorial cost only $60,000 and is made from pink granite. It's a statue of John Ericsson with three figures representing adventure, labor, and vision. There's a crosswalk and steps that take you to get a closer look.