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United States Capitol
The United States Capitol in Washington D.C. is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built or rebuilt extended and restored; today it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government.
The Library of Congress
The Library of Congress was established by an act of Congress in 1800 when then President John Adams signed legislation that included a reference library for Congress. Since World War II it has become an international resource and has become the world’s largest library. It now encompasses three buildings on Capitol Hill: The Jefferson Building, The Adams Building and the Madison Building. The Library of Congress’s mission is to make its resources available useful to Congress and the American people. It works to sustain and preserve a collection of knowledge and creativity for future generations.
Eastern Market in Barracks Row
When L’Enfant drew the plans for Washington DC, he included public fresh food markets and Capitol Hill has had one since its inception. Finished in 1873, the Eastern Market is conveniently located just 7 blocks west of the US Capitol Building. You will find a large variety of fresh local fruits and vegetables, flowers, delicatessen, meat, cheese, poultry, bakery and dairy products. There is also the Market Lunch - renowned for its crab cakes and blueberry pancakes. Barracks Row was the first commercial center in Washington DC because of a natural harbor in the Anacostia River named St. Thomas Bay. In 1799, the Navy Yard located next to that harbor, and in 1801, Thomas Jefferson selected the site of 8th and I Streets as the first post for the Marine Corp because of its close proximity to the Navy Yard and U.S. Capitol, in case it needed protecting. Today Barracks row is home to the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy, which is located on Eighth Street SE. The area has a thriving nightlife scene, with many restaurants to choose from with a wide range of goods and services available.
The National Mall
This open space and parklands creates an ideal stage for national expressions of remembrance, observation and protest. The national mall includes the 2,000 American elms which line the mall and the 3,000 internationally renowned Japanese cherry trees which grace the tidal basin. The National Mall includes the Washington Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial and is situated across the tidal basin from the Jefferson Memorial-truly awe inspiring.
Museums of the Smithsonian
Surrounding the Mall you'll find the largest museum complex and research organization in the world, the Smithsonian institution. With 16 locations, its exhibitions offer visitors a glimpse into the vast collection numbering over 142 million objects. The National Air and Space Museum, The National Museum of the American Indian and the National Art Galleries are just minutes away.
The White House
The home of the sitting U.S. President sits atop the National Mall opposite the Lincoln Memorial.
Arlington National Cemetary
Honoring members of the U.S. military, as well as the eternal flame commemorating the life and death of U.S. President John F. Kennedy.
Georgetown University
Located in the historic Georgetown district of D.C., Georgetown University is one of the finest colleges in the U.S. with a renowned law school.