Learn more about the elegant yet reserved Elizabeth Kortright Monroe in my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post!
Category: Washington, DC
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Dolley Madison
In this month's Booking It Through History: First Ladies post, I am detailing the life of the vivacious First Lady, Dolley Madison. Read all about her contributions to the role of First Lady that are still precedents today.
Smithsonian Museums along the National Mall (Washington, DC)
Planning a trip to DC but overwhelmed? Read my new review to plan your family's time at the amazing Smithsonian museums along the National Mall!
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – The Jefferson Ladies
Thomas Jefferson, our third president, was a widower so his daughter filled in as acting First Lady during his presidency. Learn more about her and her mother - both named Martha! - in my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post.
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Abigail Adams
Learn all about our nation's second First Lady - and the first to live in the White House. Abigail Adams was a woman ahead of her time. Read about her life, legacy, and how to walk in her footsteps in my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post!
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Martha Washington
It's the first month of my Booking It Through History: First Ladies project, and I'm doing a deep dive into Martha Washington. The original First Lady, Martha set the precedent for all of the first ladies to come. Read about her life, legacy, and how to walk in her footsteps in my blog post!
National Mall Monuments and Memorials(Washington, DC)
Planning a family trip to Washington, DC has to include visiting the monuments and memorials along the National Mall. Read my review to learn tips and helpful hints about viewing these iconic memorials.
National Air and Space Museum – Udvar-Hazy Center
Air and space museums are great places to learn history in a fun way. At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum - Udvar-Hazy Center near Dulles Airport, your kids can see historic aircraft and a space shuttle in a massive hangar. They'll love it!
Washington National Cathedral
While visiting our nation's capital, one of the most historic and beautiful buildings to visit is the Washington National Cathedral. Read my new review and plan your visit today!
National Museum of the United States Army (Virginia)
Tomorrow is Veterans Day. A meaningful way to celebrate our brave men and women of the US Army is to visit the National Museum of the United States Army near Washington, DC. It’s one of the most interactive and immersive museum experiences for kids and adults. Plan your trip today!