Thomas Jefferson Books at the Library of Congress
When the books studied by Congress were destroyed in the War of 1812, Thomas Jefferson sold his 6000+ volumed book collection to Congress.
Historical Seamstress & Homeschooler
Category: Visiting Washington DC
Hollywood, James Bond, Intelligence Work: Spy Museum
At the end of the day when I plugged in my code from my lanyard, I found a surveillance video of my cautiously walking through Berlin. 😉
Drive Thru History at Museum of the Bible in Washington DC
For the making of the History of the Bible exhibit film, Dave Stotts drove a jeep which perfectly captured his explorations that began in Israel.
White House Christmas of Timeless Traditions and Lafayette
After checking into our hotel in Washington DC, we walked on…City sidewalks dressed in holiday style to the White House to see all the outdoor decorations.
Gardens at the Capitol and Smithsonian Castle
For America’s bicentennial in 1976, the Smithsonian Castle installed the parterre, inspired by a print of Philadelphia’s exposition one hundred years before.
Visiting the World’s Largest Shakespearean Library
After studying Shakespeare in our homeschool, we’ve wanted to visit the famous Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington DC. At last, that day came.
Ice Skating amidst Inaugural Preparations in DC
Wearing a skirt and sweater set under my wool coat, I felt a bit 1950-ish to coordinate with Frank Sinatra’s singing at the National Gallery of Art Ice Rink.
Snowy Gothic Architecture at Washington National Cathedral
Since Washington National Cathedral is the sixth largest in the world, it was the closest chance we’d ever get to European art history.
Decoding Shakespeare led to War Cryptography: Spy Museum
In 1957, Friedman and his wife wrote The Shakespearean Ciphers Examined, where they revealed flaws in Gallups work, debunking her premise.
Christmas Trip to Norway, via Union Station in Washington DC
Near the tree comes the charming sound of clickety clacks and choo-choos from a fun train display set in Norway, another gift from the embassy.
