Read the more than 58,000 names at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. If the spirit moves you, leave a thank-you note. (National Mall, West Potomac Park, 202- 426-6841, nps.gov) (( AFP/Getty Images/Mandel Ngan))
To salute the nation’s capital, we’ve come up with a list of 100 of our favorite things to do in D.C.
Explore historic maps, photos, newspapers, film, manuscripts and more at the Library of Congress, the world’s largest library. You can even listen to music at one of the library’s regularly scheduled concerts. (101 First St., SE, 202-707-8000, loc.gov) (Karen Bleier, AFP/Getty Images)
Take in the world at the National Geographic Museum, which hosts talks, film series, concerts and exhibitions that center around the natural richness and diversity of the globe. (1145 17th St. NW, 202-857-7588, natgeoevents.org) (Rebecca Drobis/National Geographic, Baltimore Sun)
See what Washington is really all about and visit the U.S. Capitol. Both Congressional chambers are open to the public, with passes. Tours must be scheduled in advance. The Capitol Visitor Center is loaded with exhibits and information. (Independence Ave. SW, 202-226-8000,visitthecapitol.gov) (Karen Bleier, AFP/Getty Images)
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Be inspired by the words of the Gettysburg Address at the Lincoln Memorial. (National Mall, West Potomac Park, 202-426-6841, nps.gov) (Paul J. Richards, AFP/Getty Images)
Visit the decommissioned U.S. Navy destroyer Barry, open weekdays, in the Washington Navy Yard, the U.S. Navy’s oldest outpost on shore. Cars, buses and pedestrians use different street addresses and entrances. (202-433-3377,cnic.navy.mil/ndw) ((AFP/Getty Images/Jonathan Sunderman))
Adams Morgan is one of the district’s most ethnically diverse neighborhoods. Stop by Habana Village where you can take salsa lessons, hear live music or a DJ spinning meringue, bachata, and timba, plus enjoy traditional Latin dishes (habanavillage.com). (Tim Sloan, AFP/Getty Images)
Try your hand at interpreting DNA material or see the car of the famed criminal duo of Bonnie and Clyde at the National Museum of Crime and Punishment. (575 7th Street, NW, 202-621-5550, crimemuseum.org) (AFP/Getty Images)
