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Category Archives: Washington DC

Fort McHenry and the 2013 Defenders Day Bicentenial

Visiting Fort McHenry was a wonderful experience of connecting with history. We went with some friends from college and timed our visit for one of the Bicentennial events which celebrated the victory during the war of 1812. Although the war began in 1812, it lasted two years and ended in 1814. The Friends of Fort…

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Our Top 14 Things To Do in Washington DC With Young Kids

We spent 3 months in the DC area and saw A LOT, but what if you don’t have the luxury of seeing only one thing every day or every week? What should you take your kids to see? What should you skip? Glad you asked. Here’s a list of our favorites (and not so favorites):…

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  • I’ve never been to DC, but I’ve always wanted to go. Thanks for the nice synopsis on each thing to do. When we plan a trip there ill be sure to reference this post!ReplyCancel

  • Betsy Groh Ptak

    Where did you all stay in the RV? We are about to start researching, but you guys are such a great source of RV park info!ReplyCancel

    • Jess

      We actually didn’t have our Airstream then! Sad, but true. This was during the house swapping phase of our life. We did visit the Prince William National Forest (and earn a Jr. Ranger Badge) and I’m pretty sure they had camping as well (down by Quantico). Its a bit outside DC but beautiful. Are you guys going to be there for the Cherry Blossom Festival?? If so, I’m jealous!! Okay, jealous that you are going there anyway. I LOVE the area. 🙂 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Betsy Groh Ptak

    Yep. April 3 thru 17. Just emailed for all of our tickets. Thanks Jess!ReplyCancel

Mt. Vernon Homeschooling Days – Virginia

As Monticello gave me a greater understanding and appreciation for Thomas Jefferson, Mount Vernon did the same for George Washington. The grounds were beautiful, my kids were entertained, and we all learned something. Total win. When we visited: November 2013 Ages of kids: 8, 6, 3 Tips: Parking is free and close enough you can…

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How to Bike or Walk the National Mall with Kids

During the months we stayed in Northern Virginia, we visited the National Mall and Monuments at least a half dozen times. We learned what worked and what did not. When some friends visited, we planned a tour around the mall with the ages of our kids (and theirs, which match pretty close) and it turned…

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