Washington, DC is a history buff's dream. From historic buildings to monuments and memorials, there is something for everyone. Check out my new five day itinerary to plan your trip to the nation's capital!
Washington, DC Five Day Itinerary
Category: Washington, DC
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Mary Lincoln
Mary Lincoln is one of the most researched yet misunderstood first ladies in history. Read my new post about her sad life and how her troubled history is still being debated today!
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Harriet Lane
My Booking It Through History: First Ladies post this month is about President Buchanan's niece who served as his White House hostess. Harriet Lane was a poised, vivacious young woman who dazzled even queens and kings! She rose above her tragic circumstances to leave a lasting philanthropic legacy that still impacts children today. Read all about this amazing woman in my new post.
Virginia Presidential Sites Road Trip
Plan a week-long presidential history road trip in Virginia and see why it's called the Mother of Presidents!
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Sarah Polk
Learn about the most powerful woman in mid-19th century America in my Booking It Through History: First Ladies focus this month. Sarah Polk was a woman ahead of her times and a true political partner to her husband, establishing a path for modern First Ladies.
National Portrait Gallery (Washington, DC)
The National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC combines art and history into a masterpiece of American culture. It's a great place to visit with older kids to see the people they're learning about in history class.
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Louisa Catherine Adams
My Booking It Through History: First Ladies focus for June was Louisa Catherine Adams, the wife of John Quincy Adams. Learn more about this British born first lady who was the toast of Europe in my new post!
U.S. Capitol (Washington, DC)
The U.S. Capitol is a must-see while in Washington, DC. Its new visitor center and museum makes it easy to take your family to the center of American democracy.
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Elizabeth Monroe
Learn more about the elegant yet reserved Elizabeth Kortright Monroe in my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post!
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.