Washington, D.C. Visitors Guide - Winter/Spring 2009 - (Page 48) KoreAn wAr VeterAns MeMoriAl Independence Ave. at the Lincoln Memorial · Washington, DC · (202) 426-6841 · nps.gov/kwvm · Built by the Korean War Veterans Memorial Advisory with $18 million in donated funds. It features a sculptured column of soldiers arrayed for combat and a 164-foot mural wall inscribed with the words, “Freedom Is Not Free” and etched with 2,500 photographic images of nurses, chaplains, crew chiefs, mechanics and other support personnel. Open daily, 8am - midnight. Metro: Foggy BottomGWU lAFAyette squAre 16th St. & Pennsylvania Ave. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 208-1631 · It is nearly impossible to ignore the ambience of power at Lafayette Square, which surrounds the White House. It is a neighborhood of historic elegance and refinement. The story of the area and the tales of the Square’s notable residents are told through many nearby museums and institutions, including the Octagon House, Decatur House Museum, Corcoran Gallery of Art, Renwick Gallery, Daughters of the American Revolution Museum, the American Red Cross Museum, and St. John’s Episcopal Church. Metro: Farragut West librAry oF congress 101 First St. SE · Washington, DC · (202) 707-8000 · loc.gov · Visit the Thomas Jefferson Building, known for its magnificent 19th-century architecture and decoration and changing historical exhibitions. Guided tours at half-past each hour (except noon) Mon-Fri 10:30 am-3:30 pm, Sat. 10:30 am-2:30 pm. Open Mon -Sat. 10 am-5 pm. Metro: Capitol South;Union Station lincoln MeMoriAl Independence Ave. & 23rd St. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 426-6841 · nps.gov/linc · This grand monument overlooks the Reflecting Pool, the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. Inside, the 19-foot marble statue of the 16th president is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and the famous Gettysburg Address. Open daily except December 25. Free. Park Ranger in attendance 8 am - midnight. Metro: Foggy Bottom-GWU lincoln PArK 11th & East Capitol St. NE · Washington, DC · (202) 690-5185 · This historic park celebrates the abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia. The park features the Emancipation statue and the Mary McLeod Bethune statue. Metro: Eastern Market lincoln theAtre, the - u street theAtre FoundAtion 1215 U St. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 3286000 · lovethelincoln.com · Built in 1921, this former vaudeville/movie house has been beautifully restored to its original splendor. Located in downtown Washington, DC, the 1,250-seat theatre hosts popular stage plays, comedy shows, music concerts, cultural events and visual arts performances. The facility is also available for dinners and receptions. Hours and prices vary. Metro: U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/ Cardozo lurAy cAVerns 970 US Hwy. 211W · Luray, VA · (540) 743-6551 · luraycaverns.com · The largest and most popular caverns in Eastern America, this U.S. Natural Landmark is located 90 minutes southwest of Washington, DC, just 10 minutes from Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park. Discover cathedralsized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high, filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools. MAdAMe tussAuds 1025 F St. NW (corner of 10th and F Streets) · Washington, DC · (202) 942-7300 · MadameTussaudsDC.com · Madame Tussauds is an interactive “Must-do” attraction that provides guests with unique opportunities to create memories with some of the world’s biggest icons. Metro: Metro Center See & Do MAriAn KoshlAnd science MuseuM 6th & E Sts. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 334-1201 · koshland-science.org · Visitors to the Marian Koshland Science Museum will glimpse the frontiers of today’s scientific research, witness the potential effects of global warming, and explore how DNA analysis can catch criminals and stop epidemics. Operated by the National Academy of Sciences, the museum opened April 2004. Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown;Judiciary Square MArine corPs MeMoriAl iwo JiMA stAtue Route 50 near Arlington National Cemetery · Arlington, VA · (703) 289-2500 · One of the largest bronze statues ever cast, this memorial commemorates all the marines who have died in battle since 1775. The 32-foot high figures are shown erecting a 60-foot bronze flag pole from which a cloth flag flies 24 hrs. a day. Felis W. deWeldon created the monument from a famous photograph showing the flag being raised on Mount Suribachi during World War II. Open 24 hours. Free. Metro: Rosslyn MAry Mcleod bethune stAtue lincoln PArK 1318 Vermont Ave. NW · Washington, DC · (202) 673-2402 · nps.gov/mamc · Commemorates the life of Mary McLeod Bethune and the organization she founded, the National Council of Negro Women. The Bethune Council House was Mary McLeod Bethune’s last official Washington, DC residence and the first headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women. Metro: U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo MedieVAl tiMes 7000 Arundel Mills Cir. · Hanover, MD · (443) 7550011 · medievaltimes.com · Experience more of the feasting, pageantry, romance, horsemanship and lance-shattering action that have made Medieval Times the most popular dinner attraction in the world. For reservations call 888-WE-JOUST. Mount Vernon trAil Turkey Run Park · McLean, VA · (703) 285-2598 · The 18.5-mile trail winds along the Virginia side of the Potomac River between Theodore Roosevelt Island and George Washington’s home at Mount Vernon, with scenic view of Old Town Alexandria and the alluring Dyke Marsh along the way. The trail has only 3 hills from start to finish. Mount Vernon: george wAshington’s estAte & gArdens South end of GW Pkwy. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy · Mount Vernon, VA · (703) 780-2000 · mountvernon.org · Explore George Washington’s estate and discover 45 acres of family fun, hands-on activities, special tours, river cruises, farm animals, shopping, and dining. Now featuring 25 galleries and theaters with 500 artifacts, original movies and high-tech immersion experiences. Open every day. Whiskey Distillery & Gristmill open April through October. Metro: Huntington nAtionAl AquAriuM in wAshington, dc 14th St. & Constitution Ave. NW Commerce Building · Washington, DC · (202) 482-2825 · nationalaquarium.com · Journey across the U.S. to unique and protected areas in our National Marine Sanctuaries Gallery. Explore colorful fish and get close to the alligators of the Florida Everglades. Animal feedings each day at 2 pm. Open 9-5 (last ticket sold 4:30) adults-$5, children-$2. Gift shop. Metro: Federal Triangle nAtionAl ArchiVes & records AdMinistrAtion Constitution Ave. NW Between 7th & 9th Sts · Washington, DC · (202) 357-5000 · archives.gov · Houses the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights and more than 3 billion records. Visit our new exhibit: The Public Vaults. Open daily 10 am-5:30 pm except Christmas; extended summer hours. Group tours by appointment, call (202) 501-5205. Free admission. 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