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Capitalizing on Fun in D.C.
What to Do and See in Washington, D.C.
By Maria T. Olia
is actually a complex of more than 18 museums and the National Zoo. To avoid "museum burn-out" you may want to hit some of these highlights at these family-favorite Smithsonian Museums. And remember, you can come and go as you please, as admission is always free.
The Air and Space Museum has that "wow" factor for kids. The "Milestone of Flight," which displays Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, the Apollo 11 Command Module and many other flight firsts is a must. Even the youngest kids will enjoy the many hands-on activities of the "How-Things Fly Exhibit."
The National Museum of Natural HistoryYou can't miss the Rotunda Elephant – he greets visitors just inside the Mall entrance. Other "got-to-see" exhibits include the Dinosaur Hall, the Mammal Hall and the Hope Diamond.
This is where you will find the original "Star Spangled Banner," the First Ladies' gowns and the "Icons of Popular American Culture" exhibit, which includes Kermit the Frog and Mr. Rogers' sweater.
Tours of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing are available Monday through Friday year-round. But from March to September you will need to obtain a free timed ticket from the visitor's ticket booth. Same-day tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 8:00 a.m., and go fast. The bureau's gift shop also sells a great souvenir for kids: a bag of shredded money.
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