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    Mike F.

    Just a very short walk away from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, you will find the Vietnam Women's Memorial. The Memorial is a modest, squared area shaded and surrounded by trees. In the middle of the square is a bronze statue of three uniformed women tending to a wounded solider. Added to the National Mall in 1993, the Vietnam Women's Memorial pays tribute to the brave women of our country who served as nurses, physicians, air traffic controllers, among so many other vital roles. When visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, you owe it to yourself to pay this area a quick visit. 5 stars.

    Brian F.

    The Vietnam Women's Memorial is located in the National Mall and pays tribute to the nurses and women who served in the Vietnam War. It's located right next to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and a short distance from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The depiction of the three uniformed women serves as a reminder of the important support that women played in the war. This serves as a reminder to appreciate those who are vital to our success but don't necessarily receive the praise or recognition for it.

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    Helene S.

    During the Vietnam War, women served in many roles. Most served a nurses, but others were physicians, air traffic controllers, intelligence officers and communication specialists. Eight women died in the line of duty. Their names are listed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial located nearby. The memorial portrays three women caring for a fallen soldier. A moving tribute to those brave women who proudly served.

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    Steve A.

    A lot of pretty unknown statues are scattered across the National Mall. One of these is this statue. The Vietnam Women's Memorial has a convenient location for you to pass through. It gets overlooked by nearby memorials. Luckily this doesn't take long to look at along the way. It has a location in a beautiful area. It's between the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Memorial. This is right along one of the pathways. It may actually be considered a part of the Vietnam Memorial. That's if you consider it being more than just the wall. It depicts a nurse assisting an injured male soldier. There's also a woman kneeling sadly. Standing there is a female soldier looking at the sky. This put a lot of details into them. It doesn't take long to look at. Often there's a veteran talking in front of it. They can answer many questions about it and the war.

    Ana K.

    It's right by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It's a must-see for anyone in DC for business and/or leisure!

    Bruce K.

    To the North of the Reflecting Pool, close to Constitution Avenue, you'll find a simple memorial to the more than 250,000 women who also served during the Vietnam era as well as 11,000 who were in theater and in tribute to the 8 women who died in the War. The imagery of the monument is powerful. Three nurses, one clearly cradling a very wounded soldier and another looking to the sky perhaps she's "heard" the medevac helicopter coming or maybe she's just looking for help from a higher power.

    Amanda F.

    I visited this monument the same day Alabama's new law on women's health. It reminded me how women helped not during this war, but all throughout history. It was a reminder that no matter what comes our way in our life, we can plow forward.

    Kyle F.

    Not nearly as popular as the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial across the way, it stands a reminder that women also served their country and seven were killed in Vietnam. This is a permanent testament to their duty and sacrifice to this nation during America's war in Southeast Asia. If you are visiting "The Wall", take time to wander to the Vietnam Women's Memorial and pay your respects to those women who served and died for this country during that war.

    Courtney K.

    Bottom Line: A lovely memorial to the 265,000 women who served during the Vietnam War and the eight women who gave their lives for the cause. At the end of WWII there was a lot of fanfare and celebrations as troops returned from overseas. The United States was overjoyed that the war was over and welcomed veterans home with open arms. Unfortunately, that was not the case at the conclusion of the Vietnam War. When the controversial war was over and troops came home, the country generally didn't want to talk about the war and just wanted to press ahead. Many Americans disagreed with policy carried out in Vietnam by the United States Government and in turn unfairly treated Vietnam War Veterans with disrespect. In an effort to "right the ship" and to provide a place of reconciliation, respect, healing, and honor, the Vietnam War Memorial was dedicated in 1982, seven years after the war concluded. Two years later the Vietnam War Memorial Wall was augmented with the Three Soldiers Statue. Fast forward to 1993 and the Vietnam Women's Memorial was dedicated. This memorial consists of a bronze statue in the round surrounded by eight willow oak trees. The statue honors the 265,000 women who served in the conflict, all of whom were volunteers. Over ten-thousand women served on the front lines taking care of wounded soldiers and eight of those young ladies made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The statue shows a total of four figures - three women and one man. One woman is kneeling in grief, one woman is looking to the sky and the third women has an injured soldier in her arms. The statue reflects the role women played as nurses and care takers but also shows the despair, agony and heartache they encountered. Moreover, it shows their courage, committment and dedication. I know I can't fully understand the lifetime of pain felt by Vietnam Veterans but I am glad to have this place to come offer my gratitude and respect to the very brave women who volunteered for war.

    Anthony R.

    To be honest, we didn't even know this memorial existed so it was great to stumble across it while touring the other memorials. Definitely worth viewing and reflecting on.

    Danielle M.

    Beautiful! A gorgeous sculpture thats very emotionally stirring...

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    Executive Office of the President

    Executive Office of the President

    4.5(2 reviews)
    0.6 miFoggy Bottom

    What's prettier than the White House, the Monument, the Lincoln Memorial and the Smithsonian put…read moretogether? Yes, Ariana Grande is a good answer, but I was looking for the Executive Office on 17th St! A long time ago, the love of my life used to say that this building was the highlight of her trips to DC, and I can see why. I remember walking with her in the pouring rain next to it, and taking pictures of her exposing herself in front of it. Times change... But this building never did. It's glorious and resplendent. It reminds me of something in France, but better kept, perhaps. It looks palatial. If the White House is a little underwhelming then this executive office is completely awe-inspiring. It's level with the Capitol as my favourite building in the DC area, and is the easiest 5-star rating I've given since my Cousin Daniel got drunk and showed me the ropes.

    Didn't really have a lot of time to roam around Pennsylvania Ave. And my friend and I, being…read moreslightly less than ignorant didn't know that the BACK of the WHITE HOUSE would be on Pennsylvania Ave. ** Not impressed** So our pictures we're not exactly anythng to brag about. So we decided to take pictures in front of the Executive Office of the President where the FRONT of this architecture was much more impressive than the BACK of the White House on Pennsylvania Ave. Still a great experience to roam DC and take in the history and political side of the US. (You don't get much of that or appreciate it as much coming from the west coast. Hence, the ignorance of the FRONT vs the BACK of the WHITE HOUSE. =X)

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    Lincoln Memorial - View from the top

    Lincoln Memorial

    4.8(1.3k reviews)
    0.1 mi

    BLUF: The beloved Lincoln Memorial is even more of a show stopper with the addition of exhibits, a…read moregift shop and restrooms in the undercroft. Of all the times I've stood at the base of the Lincoln Memorial, I've never once wondered what lay beneath it. Like everyone else, I was focused on climbing the iconic steps to see President Lincoln. But after more than a century, visitors can now explore what has been hidden below all along. Known as the undercroft, it's essentially the memorial's basement or a massive structural space built to support the monument above. Its 65-foot-tall concrete columns were engineered to keep the memorial standing firm on the soft, swampy ground near the Potomac River. Today, the undercroft features a film, exhibits, restrooms, and a gift shop, but the real showstopper is the opportunity to look through glass panels and see the monument's enormous structural supports up close. It's a fascinating reminder of the hidden infrastructure of DC. The exhibits were neat and included features on what it took to design and build the memorial as well as the various historic events that have taken place there. I also liked the exhibit that debunked myths about the statue of Lincoln. There are only a handful or so of exhibits but they are all well curated. There is also a brief film, currently more of a teaser for a film coming in 2027, about Lincoln and the monument. But still, it is the views into the undercroft that have me in awe. The Lincoln Memorial is probably one of the most visited sites in DC. For a little more peace, consider visiting in the evening or early morning. Popular activities here include sitting on the steps to enjoy the views of the reflecting pool and Washington monument as well as posing for photos with the Washington Monument in the background. There isn't an easy way to get to the Lincoln Memorial. Because parking is limited and the closest metro stop is probably a mile away, it's best reached via walking or as part of a tour that will drop you off at the site. Many people rent scooters and bikes but I am fuzzy on whether or not those are actually allowed on the sidewalks in this part of town and I don't think it's safe to ride in the street. Plus, if there are crowds, you won't be able to ride through them anyway. Definitely no riding anything on wheels within the monument sites.

    Happy Juneteenth, 2026!…read more Do you believe that all people should be treated equally? If half of the people who lived in our country believed your perspective was wrong, would you still stand up for what you believe? Would you be willing to put the entirety of your reputation or even your life on the line for something you strongly believe, like the right to freedom or equality? The belief that black people should have these rights too was strongly advocated by Abraham Lincoln, clearly showing his high ethical character. When I was a little boy, I read a small children's book about Abraham Lincoln. This book provided several interesting facts, like that Abraham Lincoln was born in a one-room log cabin in Kentucky (which was actually really small), and that he was self-educated. Information like this really inspired me as a young boy because it showed me that even a man that did not inherit wealth or a prestigious family status, like me, could become a great man if he was self motivated and had a respectable work ethic. This little book also explained how Abraham Lincoln was instrumental in freeing the slaves in America, something I could not really understand as a young boy. Although this country still has a lot to accomplish before attaining complete equality, we certainly would not have made the great strides that we have made without Abraham Lincoln's direction, and Juneteenth would not even exist. It amazes me to think how hard Abraham Lincoln had to work to lead this country toward racial equality. If you would like a great reference on this, please see the movie "Lincoln," made by Steven Spielberg in 2012. One thing that is surprising to me is how long it takes society to embrace a direction that the government leads, like equality. Consider this: Martin Luther King Jr. gave his "I Have A Dream" speech from these very steps, at the Lincoln Memorial, one hundred years after Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Martin Luther King Jr. was clearly addressing the social and legal biases that still existed against black people, over one hundred years later. One of the things I've learned about equality and discrimination is that someone does not truly appreciate equality until they have been treated unequally, and someone does not truly understand discrimination until they have been discriminated against. Most people would look at me, me being a white male, and ask me 'what could you possibly know about experiencing inequality and discrimination?' Unfortunately, a few different types of inequality and discrimination still exist in this country, one of which is focused on parental rights. And, most people would ask me this question because they are oblivious to the discrimination and inequality that most fathers experience after divorce. There is nothing worse than having your own children taken from you when you know that you are a loving parent who is also an intelligent, ethical, honorable, and admirable individual as a role model for your children. Sadly, the U.S. legal system and society as a whole still treat fathers as inferior to mothers, simply because of their gender. That is not only discrimination, but that is also a blatant inequality that STILL exists in this country. It is perplexing to me to think how much this country has strived for equality, and 250 years later, we still have a blatant inequality and discrimination against fathers at a governmental and societal level. (Reference: If you want more information and clarity, watch "The Red Pill," a 2016 documentary.) So, in addition to the ongoing racial inequalities, this is just ONE of the many other inequalities that unfortunately still persists in this country. In conclusion, I'm incredibly happy that the Lincoln Memorial was created, in 1922. I'm also happy that I was finally able to visit this memorial for the first time in my life this year, and show my respects for one of the greatest presidents this country has ever had. The Lincoln Memorial is a wonderful reminder of Abraham Lincoln's strive for racial equality, as well as a beautiful example of the way that the U.S. government and everyone in society should treat ALL PEOPLE -- equally.

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    Library of Congress - Well attended Thursday happy hour

    Library of Congress

    4.7(611 reviews)
    2.3 miCapitol Hill

    Don't let the long line discourage you; it's absolutely worth the wait. Expect to spend around 20…read moreminutes in line, and keep in mind that part of the wait is usually outside, so it can get pretty hot on warm days. Once inside, the building is stunning. The famous ceiling is every bit as impressive as the photos, and it's worth taking your time to admire the architecture. Be sure to check out the rotating exhibits as well. I thought the two Georges were well done. Also enjoyed seeing actual books from Jefferson's library. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and happy to answer questions. If you're visiting Washington, DC, this is definitely a place I'd recommend, especially if you're already exploring Capitol Hill. It's an easy walk to Navy Yard if you're planning to spend time there afterward.

    Live! at the Library is my favorite Happy Hour in DC. For those that don't know, Thursday evenings…read morefrom 5-8pm, the Library of Congress hosts a happy hour where attendees are invited to sip on drinks and enjoy food in their gorgeous space. This is a brilliant date night or a fantastic group activity. You can eat or drink. You can explore a rotating exhibit, the gift shop, and Jefferson's bookshelf. Do know you need to reserve a spot online in advance to get your free tickets, but it's super easy to do on their website. They offer other free events that are worth exploring too!

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    Old Post Office Tower

    Old Post Office Tower

    4.4(49 reviews)
    1.1 miFederal Triangle

    A free and excellent view of Downtown Washington DC can be viewed from the Old Post Office and…read moreClock Tower, which is the 3rd tallest structure in DC. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it was completed in 1899. This is attached to the (now) Waldorf Astoria, however the Tower is manned by the National Parks Service. The entrance is in the back of the hotel, and the elevator looks out into the hotel's atrium. When you reach the open air top floor, you'll look out for a 360 degree view. One lonely park ranger is up there, and they are there year-round. When we visited, it was completely empty and we had the space to ourselves (and the ranger).

    Actual rating: 3.5/5…read more Ok so in fairness, I have never cared for panoramic views. I came here with my friends on a day trip to DC after seeing a post about this place on social media. The entrance to the this place to see the views is incredibly tricky to access. The Waldorf took over and shut down the way to access through the building so you'll have to walk around and find the nearly completely hidden from street view entrance. For ease, I have linked the approximate location from Apple Maps below. There is a small historic background museum when you enter following the bag search and this is part of the National Parks stamping service so if you collect those speak with the nice ranger on duty. There are two elevators to travel to get to the top, the first takes you up to see views of the Astoria and the second will show you the rooftop from the Old Post Office Tower. This view is obscured by bars that make photography challenging. Would I, who does not like views, come again? No. But!!! If you are into views this is quite nice and free so I would recommend.

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