Discover the best top things to do in Northern Virginia, United States including National Museum of the Marine Corps, Ball-Sellers House Museum, Ford Orientation Center, Lucy Burns Suffragist Museum, Tall Ship Providence, Gadsby's Tavern Museum, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, NRA National Firearms Museum, Sully Historic Site, George Mason's Gunston Hall.
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The National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines--past, present, and future. Situated on a 135-acre site adjacent to Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, and under the command of Marine Corps University, the Museum's soaring design evokes the image of the flag-raisers of Iwo Jima and beckons visitors to this 120,000-square-foot structure. World-class interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology surround visitors with irreplaceable artifacts and immerse them in the sights and sounds of Marines in action. Admission and parking are always free.
If you are visiting Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia in the near future I highly recommend visiting The National Museum of the United States Marine Corps located in Quantico, Virginia It is absolutely amazing and the attention to detail is incredible. Give your self a full day to really experience this amazing Museum. It would do no justice to rush through all the exhibits. Definitely looking forward to returning in the near future. The National Museum of the United States Marine Corps is located beside Quantico Marine Base. Very easy to find due to its proximity to I-95 and you will see plenty of signs a long the highway. A must visit when passing through The Washington DC Area. It should be noted I am originally from Dublin, Ireland , Served in the United States Marines, Traveled all over the world and the United States. I definitely know an amazing Museum from all my travels. Per the above I will definitely be returning to visit this amazing Museum in the near future. If you served in the United States Marine Corps I highly recommend you visit the National Museum of the United States Marine Corps!!! You will feel so proud walking around the Museum and it will bring back so many different memories of your service. Upon leaving you definitely will feel the pride of the Title Of United States Marine. If you love history I highly recommend visiting the National Marine Corps Museum also. This Museum rates ten stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and more!!! Semper FI Marines!! I look forward to returning in the near future per my above comments. In closing they an amazing restaurant called, “Tuns Tavern”. The Restaurant is absolutely amazing!!! If you know your USMC History. The USMC was founded in Tun Tavern , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 10th , 1775. Enjoy!
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The Ball-Sellers House is an historic house museum. Built in the 1740s by a farmer, John Ball, and restored to the colonial era, it is the oldest building in Arlington County. Visitors will stand in the original house and even see an original 18th century oak clapboard roof. A free docent-led tour explains how early Virginians lived and the history of the house. Open Saturdays 1-4 pm Apr-Oct.
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I took it as a self-paced tour. I am one of those that likes to try to absorb all the information. There is a lot of information and visuals to absorb. The tour starts by trying to place the area in context of the period and then moves through G. Washington's life. There are a couple of short movies and other active displays.
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The Lucy Burns Museum is a treasure trove of artifacts, displays and information from a pivotal moment in women's history in America. It is critically important that this generation and future generations know and understand what women endured for the right to vote in America. Docents are extremely knowledgeable.
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The tall ship Providence provides a living link to our rich maritime, naval, and Revolutionary history. Our Providence is a reproduction of the first ship authorized to serve in the Continental Navy and John Paul Jones’ first American command. Come aboard to meet John Paul Jones, and get a taste of what life was like aboard an eighteenth-century sloop. Enjoy a guided tour, take a public cruise up the Potomac, or book your private charter.
A replica of an 18th century tall ship, The Providence gives the guest a glimpse of life on board a sailing ship when the wind was the only propulsion. Today, a very quiet Detroit diesel moves you along at a stately 4 knots. The craft beer tasting cruise included nice tortilla chips with salsa and guacamole...totally delicious. The female Captain, Sam, was a delight. My wife and I had a wonderful time.
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Discover Alexandria’s five-star hotel of the 18th century! Gadsby’s Tavern Museum consists of the c. 1785 tavern and the 1792 City Tavern and Hotel. The buildings were constructed by John Wise, but made famous by John Gadsby. Mr. Gadsby’s establishment was the center of political, business, and social life in Alexandria and hosted the likes of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Today the Museum offers tours, programs and special events.
Gadsby’s offers self tours and staffed tours depending on what you like. During the summer on Sundays they have Jr Docents who take you through the tavern. I have been through the tavern many times for different events.
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A very visible tribute to George Washington stands on King Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
Lots of American history on display. $15 dollar admission gets you a tour as well - tours are very well done - informative but also give you time on your own to explore. Tours give you access to upper floors of the building... including a ride on the elevator which goes up on a 7.5 degree angle ... views from the observation deck are great and the deck goes all the way around the building. Wheel chair accessible. Kid friendly
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Small museum that highlights the long history of firearms.
We have driven by the NRA headquarters for years and never really had given it much thought. We were looking for something to do this past weekend and decided to visit their museum. None of our group are big gun fans especially. The quantity of firearms on display is amazing. And the range of history covered is excellent from the American Revolution to the Civil War to both World Wars. Additionally there are display of exotic hunting guns plus there were a slew of weapons used in blockbuster movies (our favorite area). The displays are all well lit and labeled plus brief informational details on each display are shown.
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Sully Historic Site is a charming and historic place to visit. The feature attractions, of course, are the site's history and historic structures. The grounds are a lovely place for strolling. Sully reflects Fairfax County history. It was the 1794 home of Richard Bland Lee, Northern Virginia's first Representative to Congress and General Robert E. Lee's uncle. Sully is on the National Register for Historic Places, is accredited by the American Association of Museums and is part of the National Park Service’s Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. Holiday Tour Fees for Private / Same Household Groups 12/3/20 - 01/03/21: 1 or 2 people: $25.00 3 to 9 people: $45.00 Walk-through house tours are available Thursdays through Sundays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Forgotten Road Tours are available on demand at 2 p.m. This is a one-hour, outside walking tour of the original outbuildings and slave quarters. Meet at the Main house 15 min prior for COVID-19 screening. Masks are required.
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Explore George Mason’s nation-shaping ideas at The Home of American Rights. Learn what motivated him to craft the 1776 Virginia Declaration of Rights and how his ideas inspired the nation. Tour the historic Mason-family home, hike scenic trails to the Potomac River, and discover George Mason's lasting legacy.
What a relief to get to a plantation that doesn't have crowd control lines and controlled access. We never heard of the place before we went and yet found it well worth the trip. George Mason was another of those founding fathers who was passionate for liberty, especially from the government. The house is unassuming from the outside (relatively) and the inside is well worth the tour. What a contrast to Monticello, as this place was far more liveable! We enjoyed the liberty of strolling the grounds, the quiet beauty of the view. Go, even just to learn about George Mason, a dedicated father, a founding father, the champion of individual liberty.
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