Today, Constitution Avenue is one of Washington, DC’s major thoroughfares, bustling with traffic and flanked by some of the nation’s most iconic monuments and institutions. However, few may realize that this pivotal roadway was once a canal, playing a crucial role in the city’s early commerce and transportation network. Learn about the history of the…
Washington, DC is home to some of the United States’ most significant historical sites, museums, and attractions. While many of these can be visited without advance planning, several Washington, DC attractions require reservations to ensure a spot on a tour or entry at a specific time. This list covers the Washington, DC attractions that you…
This photo of the National Mall during the Civil War from the Library of Congress highlights how much the National Mall (and Washington, DC) has changed. This photograph of the National Mall taken around 1863 is filled with historical significance and shows how the National Mall was at the height of the Civil War. In…
As spring unfolds in Washington, DC, there’s one thing on everyone’s minds: cherry blossoms peak bloom. Signaling the onset of spring, the pale pink and white blossoms of these trees engulph the Tidal Basin in delicate clouds of color. Each year, over 1.5 million people come to enjoy the cherry blossoms along the Tidal Basin….
In my search for the best hot dogs in Washington DC, I stumbled across Sami’s Hot Dog Cart. This spot has hot dogs with subtly unique flavors, delicious homemade chili, halfsmokes (a type of hot dog unique to Washington DC), affordable prices, and a very kind and friendly owner. This unassuming hot dog stand is…