- Stay central: Make DC your home base to explore Civil War sights throughout the region.
- Bookmark this site: Refer to Washington.org/civilwar to learn what events and exhibitions are happening during your stay. The site will be updated throughout the four-year commemoration.
- Dive in: Just as the issues and impacts of civil rights continue to be discussed today, don’t miss a chance to see history in action at the Supreme Court, demonstrations, rallies, etc.
- Check Your List: Follow these top 10 lists, sorted by category, to find fun and interesting ways to plug the Civil War and Civil Rights movement into your itinerary—whether you’re a true history buff or just looking to learn a little more.
- Add On: Enhance your visit with interpretive tours—on segway, on foot—or take a self-guided walking tour of downtown DC, Brightwood, Shaw and other neighborhoods.
- See something different: Travel off the beaten path to Civil War forts on a bicycle.
- Travel with Ease: See for yourself why DC’s public transportation ranks as one of the best in the country.
- Be Flexible & Save: If you’re flexible with your travel dates, keep in mind that you’ll find better hotel rates on weekends and during the late summer and winter.
- Plan ahead: Contact your congressional representative for White House tours. Reserve tickets in advance for Wash Monument, Spy Museum, etc.
- Come Back: New attractions are under development, including the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial, the African-American Civil War Museum and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Make plans now for your next trip.
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