Discover D.C.

Washington, D.C.Our Nation’s Capital

Washington, D.C.

Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol

World War II Memorial

Memorial Bridge, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument

President Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial

As home to our nation's government, Washington, D.C. is one of the most powerful cities in the world. Steeped in history and rich in culture, D.C. provides ample opportunities for students to celebrate the past and prepare for the future.

Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery

Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial

Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers

John F. Kennedy Gravesite and Eternal Flame

See the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Eternal Flame at President John F. Kennedy's gravesite, and the Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial.

Iwo Jima Memorial

The Marine Corps War Memorial

"Uncommon Valor was a Common Virtue."

The Marine Corps War Memorial

The flag raisers forever immortalized in bronze

Commonly referred to as the Iwo Jima Memorial, the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, VA is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives in the defense of the United States since 1775.

The United States Capitol Building

Library of Congress

Capitol Hill

Aerial view of Capitol HillCapitol Hill is home to more than just the Capitol Building: the U.S. Supreme Court and Library of Congress are located just off the east front of the Capitol.

“United States Supreme Court"

National Archives

The National Archives

Preamble of the U.S. Constitution

Signatures on the Declaration of Independence

Bill of RightsAt the National Archives, visitors view the “Charters of Freedom:” the original Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

Ford’s Theatre

The Presidential Box

Ford’s Theatre

Peterson House: The House Where Lincoln Died

Bust of Lincoln

On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was mortally shot by John Wilkes Booth while attending a play in Ford’s Theatre. Lincoln passed away across the street inside Peterson’s Boarding House.

Washington Monument

Washington Monument as seen from the Iwo Jima Memorial

Washington Monument as seen from the WWII Memorial

Washington Monument as seen from the Vietnam Wall

The most visible memorial in D.C., the Washington Monument rises 555 feet above the National Mall. In addition to being the tallest structure in D.C., it is also the tallest stone monument in the world.

Looking up at the Washington Monument

Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon

Interactive Activities at Mount Vernon

Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate

The Tombs of George and Martha Washington

President George Washington’s home located in Alexandria, Virginia.

Monuments and Memorials

Vietnam War Memorial

Vietnam Women's Memorial

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Students pay tribute to fallen soldiers at a number of sites including the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, and the Vietnam Women's Memorial.

World War II Memorial

Monuments and Memorials

Lincoln Memorial

Jefferson Memorial

Kennedy Center

FDR Memorial

President Memorials and Monuments

National Cathedral

National Cathedral

Inside the National Cathedral

View of Washington from the National Cathedral

A sampling of the Cathedral’s stone carvings

The Cathedral is a 14th Century Gothic-style structure, shaped like a Latin Cross. It is the sixth largest church in the world.

Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Castle

Inside the Smithsonian Natural History Museum

The Moon Rock at the Air & Space Museum

The Natural History Museum

In 1829, British scientist James Smithson died and in his will he left his estate, valued at over half a million dollars, tothe people of the United States to found“an establishment for the increase and diffusion of knowledge.”

White House

National Cathedral

A Photo Opportunity at the White House

A Photo Opportunity at the White House

The White House as seen from the Ellipse

The home of the President and his family as well as the official office for the Executive Branch of our government, whose job is to execute or carry out the laws of our nation.

Trip Dates for the 2008-09

The trip will take place in the Spring.

The final date is to be determined. Probably April 24th – 27th.

The Monday (4/28) following the trip is a non-student day

Trip Cost

$1,390$79 of this cost is not refundable. There is also an option to purchase full refund (minus the nonrefundable deposit) insurance for $139.Insurance is recommended!

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Trip ID

Trip ID #12326