{"id":1420,"date":"2026-05-15T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T19:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/?p=1420"},"modified":"2026-05-15T09:24:54","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T14:24:54","slug":"south-carolina-memorial-day-dc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/15\/south-carolina-memorial-day-dc\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Essential DC Locations for South Carolinians to See This Memorial Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you heading up from South Carolina to Washington, DC for Memorial Day in honor of America&#8217;s 250th birthday? Here are seven must-see places for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Arlington National Cemetery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the centerpiece of our national remembrances on Memorial Day. Over 400,000 people who fought for our country are buried here, dating back to the Revolutionary War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While you&#8217;re here, don&#8217;t miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Time your visit to see the changing of the guard, which takes place every half hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Tour the Robert E. Lee Memorial (Arlington House).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Visit the graves of three South Carolina veterans from the War for Independence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Visit personal family connections buried at Arlington.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hours<\/strong>: 8-5 daily<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arlingtoncemetery.mil\/\">Visit website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/52924503472_9677320eee_c.jpg\" alt=\"Arlington National Cemetery\" class=\"wp-image-849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/52924503472_9677320eee_c.jpg 799w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/52924503472_9677320eee_c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/52924503472_9677320eee_c-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/52924503472_9677320eee_c-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/52924503472_9677320eee_c-410x274.jpg 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) National Archives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the Rotunda with the founding documents that shaped this country. Look for the four men who signed it for South Carolina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hours: 10-5:30 daily<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/visit.archives.gov\/visit\">Visit website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) American History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the <a href=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/31\/american-history-family-guide\/\">premier place<\/a> to celebrate America and its history. Explore the many fascinating exhibits and discuss how your family&#8217;s history ties into what&#8217;s on display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t miss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">America at War. A large exhibit that traces the work of America&#8217;s armies from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Star Spangled Banner. See the flag that inspired our national song and learn about the people who made it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">America on the Move. The variety of vehicles on display tells the story of how Americans have traveled this country as times have changed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hours<\/strong>: 10-5:30 daily<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanhistory.si.edu\/\">Visit website<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"569\" src=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4596565086_f5725a7f9e_c.jpg\" alt=\"American History\" class=\"wp-image-1009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4596565086_f5725a7f9e_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4596565086_f5725a7f9e_c-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4596565086_f5725a7f9e_c-768x546.jpg 768w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4596565086_f5725a7f9e_c-370x263.jpg 370w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4596565086_f5725a7f9e_c-410x292.jpg 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Air and Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">America has a rich history of air and space travel, being the first nation to fly and land on the moon. Must-see exhibits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The Wright Brothers and the Invention of the Aerial Age. Two preacher&#8217;s kids who changed the world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Destination Moon. Our generation is repeating what our grandparents did 50 years ago. Learn about how the original missions went and the people who piloted them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Nation of Speed. NASCAR is one of America&#8217;s favorite sports, and you can see (and hear) one of the cars in this exhibit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hours<\/strong>: 10-5:30 daily<br><a href=\"https:\/\/airandspace.si.edu\/\">Timed passes required<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Capitol Tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tour the iconic building and remember your heritage as an American. Help your kids cultivate gratitude, rather than shame. To make your visit even more special, contact your representative or senator to get a flag flown over the building itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hours<\/strong>: 8:30-4:30, Monday-Saturday<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitthecapitol.gov\/visit\/book-a-tour\">Reservations are encouraged, but not required<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375.jpg\" alt=\"US Capitol\" class=\"wp-image-1421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375.jpg 612w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/whattoseeinwashingtondc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Capitol_Dome_on_a_beautiful_Friday_afternoon_in_-dc._8475962375-410x410.jpg 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) See the Monuments at Night<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Washington Monument, DC&#8217;s central landmark, was designed by Robert Mills of South Carolina. He was born and trained in Charleston, SC, and is often considered America&#8217;s first homegrown architect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hours<\/strong>: Open 24\/7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) Church on Sunday.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the most important event of your weekend. Find a local congregation to worship with and rejoice in the freedom of religion this country provides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Make sure to plan ahead for your trip. 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