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Also the Corcoran Gallery near the White House, often wrongly thought of as part...
vamikey 74 Reviews 321 reads
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of the Smithsonian but it is not.  
While I do endorse the Spy Museum, Newseum, Phillips Collection, and Hillwood Estates as worthwhile places to visit, be advised that they all charge admissions, unlike the Smithsonian's or the National Gallery of Art which, being largely publicly funded, are all free (but thus also get caught up in the mindless foibles of government).  The Spy, Newseum & Crime & Punishment (which I do not recommend, was given a free pass to that about a year ago and left after about 20 minutes as I was totally underwhelmed) are all in the $ 20 admission range, Phillips is more like $ 10 and Hillwood is $ 15,; Hillwood is tough to get to, you have to either have a car or take a taxi from the nearest Metro stop which is Van Ness/UDC.  And I am told that Arlington Cemetery is still open so you can go there and watch the changing of the guard (every hour on the hour) and it has it's own Metro stop on the Blue line.
Hope you enjoy your stay in spite of the idiot politicians!

Mackenzie Wright730 reads

So it looks like the Government shutdown will go through.. Anyone have any suggestions for fun things to do in DC that aren't government funded?

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JohnnyRotten70458 reads

There are other attractions. Museums that aren't Government run, Spy Museum for example will be open. Also the weather should be nice so enjoy a walk on the Mall and the Monuments. Take photos. Enjoy the day.

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Mackenzie Wright431 reads

Spy museum sounds like a lot of fun I will def check that out when I get to town :-) Thank you Hun!!

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AdrianaSabella453 reads

And I second Spy Museum, interesting and interactive. Enjoy your stay here :-)
 

Posted By: JohnnyRotten70
There are other attractions. Museums that aren't Government run, Spy Museum for example will be open. Also the weather should be nice so enjoy a walk on the Mall and the Monuments. Take photos. Enjoy the day.

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Sexy Gymnast433 reads

I have been dying to go there! :-)

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TrulyMsMocha387 reads

Put aside at 3hrs to enjoy it fully .... trust me :).

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OKI_MAN444 reads

If you are into art, the Phillips Collection just off of DuPont Circle is a very nice museum.  Also, the National Geographic center, or the Newseum are good bets as well.

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Mackenzie Wright411 reads

I am.. One of my favorite things about coming to town is the vast collection of works.. I look forward to adding this to my list! Thanks so much sweetie

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OKI_MAN557 reads

You're very welcome.

Posted By: mackenziesfrnds
I am.. One of my favorite things about coming to town is the vast collection of works.. I look forward to adding this to my list! Thanks so much sweetie

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pjinwdc381 reads

Seconded.  I think this is the best museum in DC.  But plan a long day....there is just so much to see and go through.

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808transplant437 reads

To do something outdoors. The weather is supposed to be nice this week so I would suggest that you actually check out the Billy Goat Trail that runs along the Potomac River. Another suggestion would be to visit some of the private museums in the city  

The Museum of Crime and Punishment (Gallery Place area)
http://www.crimemuseum.org/

The Hillwood Estate Museum (Closest Metro station is Van Ness)  
http://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/

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Mackenzie Wright445 reads

The Museum of Crime and Punishment (Gallery Place area)  
 http://www.crimemuseum.org/  

Now that grabs my attention as well will have to check that out too thank you luv for the suggestion :-)

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vamikey322 reads

of the Smithsonian but it is not.  
While I do endorse the Spy Museum, Newseum, Phillips Collection, and Hillwood Estates as worthwhile places to visit, be advised that they all charge admissions, unlike the Smithsonian's or the National Gallery of Art which, being largely publicly funded, are all free (but thus also get caught up in the mindless foibles of government).  The Spy, Newseum & Crime & Punishment (which I do not recommend, was given a free pass to that about a year ago and left after about 20 minutes as I was totally underwhelmed) are all in the $ 20 admission range, Phillips is more like $ 10 and Hillwood is $ 15,; Hillwood is tough to get to, you have to either have a car or take a taxi from the nearest Metro stop which is Van Ness/UDC.  And I am told that Arlington Cemetery is still open so you can go there and watch the changing of the guard (every hour on the hour) and it has it's own Metro stop on the Blue line.
Hope you enjoy your stay in spite of the idiot politicians!

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Mackenzie Wright483 reads

Thanks for the heads up darlin... I will say you cannot put a price on culture.... However I do appreciate having more information about each thank you Sooo Much MUAH

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DaTrufe416 reads

From the looks of your photos, you should be confined to your hotel room with a line outside your door.......

 
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Max101328 reads

The City Paper, for all its irreverence, has a great section about what's going on in DC.  You can often find out some obscure things such as a traveling art exhibit in somebody's embassy.  It's a freebie that comes out every Tuesday.  

There are also the Capitol Hill "power lunch" places.  Just hang out and you never know whom you will bump into.

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