Washington D.C. Trips

WASHINGTON, D.C. MEMORIAL GUIDE A Guide to U.S. Armed Forces Memorials in Washington, D.C. and Arlington, Virginia Explore Washington, D.C. and discover a collection of memorials honoring the service and sacrifice of the United States Armed Forces across generations. These sites include tributes to the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, as well as national memorials recognizing all service members. Located throughout the National Mall and surrounding areas, these memorials preserve the history of military service in the United States and offer visitors meaningful spaces for reflection on the contributions and sacrifices made in defense of the United States of America. Honoring Servicemembers in the United States of America In the United States, several holidays and observances honor military service members, but each has a different purpose and meaning. The two most commonly confused holidays are Memorial Day and Vetera...

Navy and Marines Events Spring-Summer GUIDE A Guide to Navy and Marines Events in Washington D.C. and Arlington V.A. Explore U.S. Navy and Marine Corps events across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia, featuring concerts, ceremonies, commemorations, military traditions, and public performances honoring America’s maritime heritage and service history. All Events Festival Parade Exhibit History Music Fireworks Movie MAY 01 2026 Evening Parades – Marine Barracks Washington Marine Barracks Washington · Washington, DC Parade MAY 08 2026 Evening Parades – Marine Barracks Washington Marine Barracks Washington · Washington, DC Parade MAY 15 2026 Evening Parades – Marine Barracks Washington Marine Barracks ...

USA 250 Anniversary Events GUIDE A Guide to 250 Anniversary U.S.A. Explore America’s 250th Anniversary (Semiquincentennial) events across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia, highlighting music concerts, museum exhibits, memorials, and other events connected to the celebration of the nation’s founding. Candlelight illuminating the Washington Monument as the city welcomes the New Year 2026 in Washington, D.C. and the dawn of the USA 250 Anniversary What is America250? America250 is the official, congressionally established national initiative for commemorating America’s 250th birthday. It is tied to the United States Semiquincentennial Commission, which the U.S. Congress created in 2016 to coordinate nationwide planning for the anniversary. It's mission emphasizes education, civic engagement, history, inclusion, and national reflection. Programs include partnerships with states, schools, museums, nonprofits, volunteer projects, and edu...

WASHINGTON, D.C. MEMORIAL GUIDE A Guide to Military Memorials in Washington, D.C. and Arlington Explore military memorials, veterans tributes, and landmarks attributed to those who died while in service to the United States across Washington, D.C. and Arlington, Virginia Many of the places are located within walking distance of Metro stations, the National Mall, and key visitor routes. Pictured is the Iwo Jima Memorial, officially known as the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia. The bronze sculpture is of six U.S. Marines raising the American flag during the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II. Honoring Servicemembers in the United States of America In the United States, several holidays and observances honor military service members, but each has a different purpose and meaning. The two most commonly confused holidays are Memorial Day and Veterans Day. While both recognize military service, they honor different groups o...

WASHINGTON, D.C. MUSEUM GUIDE Metro Stations Near Popular Museums Find the closest Metro stations to Smithsonian museums, National Mall attractions, cultural institutions, and popular exhibits throughout Washington, D.C., including museums within walking distance of stops. Washington D.C. Metro Map Click below for a full-size version. This map shows all six Metro lines, stations, and transfer points. Download PDF Metro Map Smithsonian Station African Art Museum American History Museum National Museum of Asian Art National Museum of African American History & Culture - Pass required Natural History Museum L’Enfant Plaza Station Air and Space Museum - Pass required Hirshhorn Museum International Spy Museum $ Ticket required Natio...