The DC Traveler

August 11th, 2008

Monument Monday – A Children’s Carousel

Is there any bigger joy for a small child than riding a pony? Even if it’s a brightly painted horse on a carousel?
Located in front of the Smithsonian’s red brink Arts and Industries Building, the landmark Carousel on The National Mall in Washington, DC gives kids about 4 minutes of riding fun. Plus parents […]

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August 4th, 2008

Monument Monday - General Ulysses S. Grant Memorial

The Ulysses S. Grant Memorial at the base of Capitol Hill sits between the Capitol Building and the Capitol Reflecting pool.  The memorial consists of three major statutes and is the largest equestrian statue in the country.

The first statue depicts General Grant calmly sitting on horseback, which was typical of him demeanor during […]

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April 7th, 2008

Photo of the Week - The Washington Monument

How can you not enjoy strolling the National Mall in Washington, DC DC, on a sunny day when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom?

Image - from personal collection - © 2008 - Jon Rochetti
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March 21st, 2008

It Must be Spring because Kites are Flying

It’s again time for the annual Smithsonian Kite Festival on the grounds of the Washington Monument in Washington, DC.  
This year’s theme is Brushstrokes in the Sky, featuring the history and craftsmanship of Asian kites. 
The first kites were invented by the Chinese around 800 BC. Early kitemakers used them for all types of purposes, including […]

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