Tag Archives: Sightseeing

National Memorials With Rita

Posted on October 9, 2010 by djnpub

I made another tour around the major national memorials, this time while Rita was visiting. We did the big loop, walking from my apartment, through the sculpture garden, down the mall, over to the Jefferson Memorial, and around the tidal … Continue reading →

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Kennedy Center Tour

Posted on October 8, 2010 by djnpub

This afternoon, Rita and I went over to the Kennedy Center for a tour. I had been in there once before for the symphony rehearsal, but this was very interesting as it explained the history and a lot of information … Continue reading →

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Arlington National Cemetery

Posted on September 6, 2010 by djnpub

On one of the nicest days this summer, I finally made if over to Arlington National Cemetery. It is a beautiful, peaceful place, with nice elevated views of the city. This day it was in the low to mid 70s, … Continue reading →

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Annapolis and the Naval Adademy

Posted on March 6, 2010 by djnpub

LANL’s Mark Anderson rented a car for the weekend, so it gave us an opportunity to do some sightseeing away from the core of DC. We decided to go see the U. S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. The naval academy … Continue reading →

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U.S. Capitol Tour

Posted on November 27, 2009 by djnpub

The day after Thanksgiving I took a scheduled tour of the Capitol building. I had thought that since it was a holiday for me, but not a Federal holiday I would miss the crowds. Wrong. Apparently it was one of … Continue reading →

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Clock Tower

Posted on August 30, 2009 by djnpub

The Clock Tower in the Old Post Office building was reputed to have one of the best views in downtown DC. It’s only three blocks away, so it was time to check it out. Great view! The clock tower has … Continue reading →

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Monuments Tour

Posted on August 17, 2009 by djnpub

I finally got a space of free time, so I thought I’d take a tour around the monuments near the national mall. I did about a three hour walk and went by the Washington Monument, around the tidal basin, to … Continue reading →

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Washington Adventures

Posted on July 5, 2009 by djnpub

Shakespeare Plays 13 Other Plays 18 Concerts 1 Pop Music Shows 3 Major Public Events 3 Museum Visits 12 Sports Events 2 Photographs Taken 3000+ Nice Restaurants uncountable Here is a list of sites I’ve seen, and events I’ve attended, … Continue reading →

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