To explore this collection of natural objects, make your way to Northwest. You'll find plenty of other things to see and do in the area, including White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and Lincoln Memorial.
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Dec 18, 2018Don't miss the Botanical Gardens.
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Oct 27, 2018Let a LOT of time.
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Oct 20, 2018each musuem is free!!! lots of walking, but so worth seeing them all.
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Sep 25, 2018The History Museum was very good.. the Air and Space Museum was very disappointing... not very well done....
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