3 Best Places To See in Washington, DC

“Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum features eight new exhibition galleries, including the 1903 Wright Flyer and Apollo 11 spacecraft. The museum was established in 1946 as the National Air and Space Museum, and its main building opened on the National Mall near L'Enfant Plaza in 1976. The museum is the world's largest and most significant collection of aviation and space artifacts, containing all aspects of human flight and related works of art and archival materials. Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum aims to collect, preserve, study, and exhibit artifacts, archival materials, and works of art related to the history, culture, and science of aviation and spaceflight, as well as the study of the universe. The museum has many research and outreach activities to serve all audiences within and beyond its walls. The museum celebrates the past and is dedicated to educating and inspiring people to encourage an appreciation for the importance of flight. Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum offers free admission for all visitors.”

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“Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute delivers immersive animal interactions and develops and shares awareness of the need to preserve biodiversity and ecosystems. The zoo is one of the most popular tourist destinations, welcoming more than 2 million visitors worldwide. Smithsonian's National Zoo is one of the first to begin conducting scientific experiments. The Zoo's lifelong commitment is to conservation through engaging with animals and people, working to preserve both. The zoo has 2,700 animals on its vast 163-acre campus, which contains more than 390 species, including some of the world's most endangered animals. The Zoo also provides free activities, including hands-on learning experiences that highlight success stories from Smithsonian conservation, special animal exhibits, and conservation efforts. The zoo is a great place to gain exposure to wild animals, and related job opportunities can be found in zoos and aquariums. Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute offers free admission and parking for all visitors.”

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“Smithsonian's National Museum of American History empowers people to create a just and compassionate future by exploring, preserving, and sharing the complexity of their past. The museum collects artifacts of all kinds, from gowns to locomotives, to keep an enduring record. This new exhibition explores how religious and scientific ideas have influenced each other and have continued to shape in surprising ways throughout American history. During March, the museum offers a variety of online programming and digital resources. The museum artifacts form a fascinating mosaic of American life and comprise the greatest single collection of American historical artifacts. The museum’s exhibitions explore fundamental American ideals and ideas, such as democracy, opportunity, and freedom, and significant themes in American history and culture. At the heart of the museum is its deeply moving exhibition on its most iconic artifact, the Star-Spangled Banner: the Flag That Inspired the National Anthem. Smithsonian's National Museum of American History offers free admission for all visitors.”

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