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This museum is a very effective memorial to the Holocaust and its victims. It does the work of a...
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This museum is a very effective memorial to the Holocaust and its victims. It does the work of a quarter's worth of historical classes on the event (if you can call it that). The subject matter is very sobering, but it is well worth the visit.
There are many quotes as you move throughout the installations, but this one summarizes part of what the architects and many people behind the museum have set as its purpose. “We who did not go their way owe them this. We must make sure that their deaths have posthumous meaning. We must make sure that from now until the end of days all humankind stares this evil in the face...and only then can we be sure it will never arise again.” (Reagan) The removal of human dignity and rights is documented here.
When you enter, you are given a card with a photo or even just a name of a person who actually went through the concentration camps. It contains some of their statistics, and you take it through the exhibits.
The reality that this person existed and had to live in these times/conditions is driven home by the cards.
The exhibits take you through different aspects of the camps. They have one that shows you the living conditions, and another of the tattoos and different insignia’s for those who were imprisoned there- gypsies, political prisoners,homosexuals, jews, the mentally retarded. Pay close attention to the architecture, even the elevator and changes in flooring... almost everything represents something tied to the Holocaust.
There is a particularly moving display of a hall, filled with photos of families and people before they were sent to the camps. There is another one of just piles and piles of shoes of humans who were killed in the camps, which devastatingly humanizes this particular exhibit.
So much information and so many artifacts are contained here; the website also has a lot of useful info about both the exhibits and the Holocaust itself. http://www.ushmm.org/ While it is full of sad and moving exhibits, it is a museum that makes its point vividly.
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I am writing this review for the DC Second Story because unfortunately the one in Bethesda was...
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I am writing this review for the DC Second Story because unfortunately the one in Bethesda was forced to close. Anyway, Second Story has great prices and a unique, eclectic, excellent selection of famous and obscure books. This applies to records as well. The staff is composed of helpful book lovers. This is a local establishment, and you'd do well to stop by.
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The National Zoo
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Entertainment & Arts
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia 20008
(202) .63-3.4800
The National Zoo is located in Washington, DC. This is a first class zoo and what makes it even...
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The National Zoo is located in Washington, DC. This is a first class zoo and what makes it even better is that it is free to visit it. It is filled with lots of animals and a highlight was seeing the Panda Bears. The Zoo is large, so be prepared for lots of walking. You will have an enjoyable day at this zoo!
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The Air and Space Museum is one of the best in DC! There are many hands on activites that both...
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The Air and Space Museum is one of the best in DC! There are many hands on activites that both children and adults enjoy. The area where the retired space shuttle and rockets is amazing! There is also a life size control center for a aircraft carrier that you can explore and push buttons. This museum will take quite a while to get through so if you want to see everything it has to offer you should plan to stay the whole day.
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Uptown Theatre
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Movie Theaters
3426 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia 20008
(202) 966-5400
The uptown is an institution in washington dc. It is a old, grand theater in the style that...
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The uptown is an institution in washington dc. It is a old, grand theater in the style that hollywood is founded on. It had big red velvet curtains and a balcony of seats. True, it has gotten a little run down over the years, the seats are not in the best nick, and the floor is usually a little bit too sticky. Still, there is nothing like watching Star Wars or Lawrence of Arabia on that big huge screen.
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This is a one of a kind museum, with a lot of information on espionage. The tickets are slight...
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This is a one of a kind museum, with a lot of information on espionage. The tickets are slight expensive. Of course, they do provide a lot of information and visuals. They can have more sit-down visuals, rather then standing up and reading displays. Its a lot of information for one day.
I recommend this place, but come early and wear good, supportive shoes.
Customers aren't allowed to take pictures inside. Ofcourse, there is vent inside the museum, which customers are allowed in, and if you can't resist, you can take a picture there.
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Nine Thirty Night Club
Category:
Entertainment & Arts
815 V St NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia 20001
(202) 265-0930
This is clearly the best music scene in Washington, DC. This club is respetced nation wide. So...
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This is clearly the best music scene in Washington, DC. This club is respetced nation wide. So many great acts come into this great venue. Since it holds only a few thousand people tickets usually sell out quick for name acts. The best way to find out who is coming the 9:30 is by registering on their site to get concert and presale notifications. I highly recommend seeing a show in this intimate venue.
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National Gallery of Art
Category:
Art Galleries & Dealers
6th & Constitution A
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia 20001
(202) 842-6249
The National Gallery of Art is a must-see for visitors to Washington. It reminds me a lot of the...
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The National Gallery of Art is a must-see for visitors to Washington. It reminds me a lot of the Art Institute of Chicago, only it's always free to the public. The NGA is divided into two buildings, one which has older artwork and another with a traveling exhibit gallery and more modern works. Crowds pack this place in all seasons, but the size of the individual galleries keep backups to a minimum. The two buildings are connected by an underground moving walkway, gelato café, and bookstore. The sandwiches at the café are delicious but very expensive for counter service.
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Melody Record Shop
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Music Stores
1623 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia 20009
(202) 232-4002
When I first moved to Dupont Circle 8 years ago, there were 3 music shops within one block in...
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When I first moved to Dupont Circle 8 years ago, there were 3 music shops within one block in Dupont Circle. Now two of the three have been replaced by retail clothing stores, but fortunately one still stands. And probably for good reason: it was always a notch above the others in terms of quality and variety. The store has music from around the world and tends to cater toward that random record that you wouldn't necessarily be able to find at Best Buy, or wherever it is that people shop for music nowadays.
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Capitol Hill Books
Category:
Books
657 C St SE
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia 20003
(202) 544-1621
What to say? THere are books everywhere. In piles on the floor, falling off bookshelves, lining...
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What to say? THere are books everywhere. In piles on the floor, falling off bookshelves, lining the staircase to the second floor, in the (non-functional) refrigerator--even in the bathroom. This store is worth a visit if not for the amazing selection, the experience (though they discourage the taking of pictures). Prepare to spend some money too!
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