3 Best Places To See in Washington, DC

“Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum has many research and outreach activities to serve all audiences within and beyond the walls. The National Air and Space Museum was established in 1946 as the National Air Museum. The principal building opened on the National Mall near L'Enfant Plaza in 1976. The museum houses the world's largest and most significant collection of aviation and space artifacts, encompassing all aspects of human flight and related art and archival materials. It collects, preserves, studies, and exhibits artifacts, archival materials, and works of art related to the culture, history, and science of aviation, spaceflight, and the study of the universe. The museum commemorates the past and is committed to educating and inspiring people to foster an appreciation for the importance of flight.”

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“Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute delivers immersive animal interactions and develops and shares awareness to preserve biodiversity and ecosystems. The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is one of the oldest zoos in the United States. The Smithsonian, one of the most popular tourist destinations, welcomes more than 2 million tourists worldwide. The Smithsonian's National Zoo was one of the first to begin conducting scientific experiments. The Zoo's lifelong commitment is conservation by engaging with animals and people working to preserve them. The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute has 2,700 animals on the 3,200-acre campus, containing more than 390 species and some of the world's most endangered animals. The Zoo also provides free activities, including hands-on learning experiences with success stories from Smithsonian conservation, special animal exhibits, and conservation efforts.”

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“National Museum of American History collects artifacts of all kinds, from gowns to locomotives, to keep an enduring record. A 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 artifacts in the National Museum of American History form a fascinating mosaic of American life and comprise one of the most outstanding collections of American history. The museum’s exhibitions explore fundamental American ideals and ideas such as democracy, opportunity, freedom, and significant themes in American history and culture.”

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