Jonathan Meyer – Page 3 – What To See In Washington DC

New DC Exhibits for Families on Spring Break 2024

ExhibitMarch 9, 2024250Views 0Likes 0Comments

Is spring break coming up for your family, leaving you wondering what to see in Washington, DC, with the kids? Aren't sure if there's anything new worth seeing? Here are three of our favorite new things to check out in DC: Photo courtesy of The National Building Museum National Building Museum- “Building Stories” Newly opened in…

The Crazy Story of George Washington’s Birthdate

Events, HolidaysFebruary 19, 2024490Views 0Likes 0Comments

When George Washington was twenty-one and a half, his birth date changed. He was born on February 11, 1731, to Augustine and Mary Washington. But in 1752, eleven days disappeared, and the calendar flipped straight from Wednesday, September 2 to Thursday, September 14. This pushed his birthdate back almost a week to February 22. This…

Historic London Town: The Perfect Place for a Colonial History Field Trip

OutdoorsFebruary 3, 2024501Views 0Likes 0Comments

Historic London Town & Gardens is a 23-acre park highlighting Maryland's unique colonial history. Some are surprised to learn that London Town is older than Williamsburg and was the original county seat of Anne Arundel County. It's an easy drive to Edgewater, Maryland and the site has abundant free parking. You only need two hours…

Seeing People at NGA

ExhibitJanuary 31, 2024180Views 0Likes 0Comments

Dorothea Lange: Seeing People takes a black-and-white look at people in tough circumstances. Viewing weathered faces, primarily from the United States, reveals the images of God in the diverse faces of humanity. Many of her most famous works are government propaganda, revealed or concealed as the government saw fit for a time. Even her most…

Udvar-Hazy Center Turns 20! 3 Reasons You Should Go

EventsNovember 30, 2023243Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Udvar-Hazy Center turns 20 this Saturday, December 2nd. To commemorate the occasion, they're hosting a free celebration perfect for a fun family field trip. The Udvar-Hazy is a branch of the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum located in Dulles, VA. It lacks the polish of the DC museums, but that doesn't mean it isn't…

Our Top 5 Exhibits for Families to Explore at the Air and Space Museum

MuseumsOctober 21, 2023285Views 0Likes 0Comments

Last October, I watched eager visitors enter the newly reopened Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum again. Director Christopher Browne personally opened the doors and welcomed the first visitors back into the coolest museum on the National Mall. If you haven't been yet, here are the best five exhibits for families to experience: 1. The…

9 Awesome DC Exhibits for Homeschool Family Field Trips

MuseumsSeptember 18, 2023366Views 0Likes 0Comments

It's back-to-school season, so you know what that means. It's time to plan your homeschool field trips! Any kid will tell you field trips are the highlight of the school year. They're a chance to escape the rigors of the schoolroom and go to a cool museum where they can see exhibits and artifacts on…

Fun Family Visit to Fort Washington

OutdoorsJuly 28, 2023303Views 0Likes 0Comments

Stand on the point of land poking into the Potomac River. A stone and brick fort looms above you. You instantly see what a map or written description of this abandoned fort could only try to explain. Fort Washington's location and design made it a key point of defense along the Potomac for years. It…

Celebrate Independence Day with The Family at The National Archives

HolidaysJuly 1, 2023309Views 0Likes 0Comments

Visit Washington DC for the 4th of July and see the Declaration of Independence with your own eyes at the National Archives. Travel back in time with their dramatic reading of the Declaration at 10 am. As you sit on the steps outside, you'll be transported back to 1776, when the document was originally read…

Millions of Letters Boosting Morale: Remembering V-Mail 81 Years Later

MuseumsJune 17, 2023281Views 0Likes 0Comments

V-Mail launched 81 years ago this week. When William H. VanZee wrote these two letters to his wife, Laura, the Victory Mail system was a well-oiled machine. It allowed millions of families around the world to stay in touch in spite of their separation. William's letters to his wife, Laura What is V-Mail? V-Mail was a…