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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

History, science, art and culture come alive at these free DC museum...

Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Discover rich and essential African American history at this free Sm...

Visiting the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC

Immerse yourself in the red, white and blue at this impressive free ...

Free Things to Do: African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Fascinating Black history and culture awaits in DC, from the Smithso...

3 Days of African American History & Heritage in Washington, DC

Experience African American history, culture and entertainment in Wa...


Georgetown

Old Stone House

The oldest house on its original foundation in Washington, DC.

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National Mall

National Museum of the American Latino

National Museum of the American Latino

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Capitol Hill

Emancipation Memorial (Freedman's Memori...

Located in Lincoln Park on Capitol Hill, the Emancipation Memorial (sometimes referred to as the Freedman's Memorial) feature..

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National Mall

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden

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Downtown

The Octagon

Visit The Octagon, DC's oldest private residence

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Downtown

U.S. Navy Memorial

The United States Navy Memorial

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National Mall

Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art

The National Museum of Asian Art is dedicated to advancing public knowledge about the arts and cultures of Asia through exhibitions, publications, research and education.

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Capitol Hill

Folger Shakespeare Library

Explore Shakespeare and his world in performances, exhibits, podcasts and more with the Folger, home to the world’s largest Shakespeare collection.

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