Best places: Historic sites in Silver Hill

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Lincoln Memorial
Monument
Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. marble statue, murals & reflecting pool.
4.80 (48.5K reviews) (~10.47 km from centre)
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Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
Historical place museum
👍👍 A hopeful and inspiring place for all Americans as Frederick Douglass was born into slavery yet became free an spent his life working for the rights of African Americans and also women's rights.. Amazing view of DC cityscape and the capital. If you have kids, bring them to see this American hero's...
4.80 (887 reviews) (~4.17 km from centre)
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Washington Monument Grounds
National reserve
Outdoor theater & a friendship garden in parkland surrounding the landmark Washington Monument.
4.80 (443 reviews) (~9.28 km from centre)
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Green Spring Gardens
Park
Extensive grounds with historic house for tea & tours, plus garden shops, plant education & library.
4.70 (828 reviews) (~18.35 km from centre)
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National Academy of Sciences
Historical place
Meeting place for prominent science groups, with public lectures & displays, plus a gift shop.
4.80 (390 reviews) (~10.5 km from centre)
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United States Capitol
Federal government office
Iconic, domed classical building housing the U.S. Senate & House of Representatives, open for tours.
4.60 (4.6K reviews) (~7.66 km from centre)
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National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
Memorial park
Curving marble wall inscribed with the names of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
4.60 (1.9K reviews) (~8.71 km from centre)
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Riley's Lock (Lock 24)
Historical place
👍👍 Great place to launch kayaks and canoes to explore Seneca creek and Potomac River.
4.70 (458 reviews) (~42.47 km from centre)
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Meridian Hill Park
Park
Leafy city park offering a cascading fountain, statues & a tradition of Sunday drum circles.
4.50 (3K reviews) (~11.76 km from centre)
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Belmont Manor & Historic Park
Event venue
Built in 1738, this 85-acre manor house hosts weddings, programs & other events throughout the year.
4.80 (218 reviews) (~46.12 km from centre)
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Peirce Mill
Historical landmark
👍👍 I love this spot! Great trails that take you into rock creek park, picnic tables, restrooms, water fountains…and plenty of parking. The mill itself is also a great place to explore — a lot of history
4.70 (290 reviews) (~14.29 km from centre)
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Woodlawn & Frank Lloyd Wright’s Pope-Leighey House
History museum
Early-1800s mansion & former plantation with a modest 1940 home designed by Wright in the grounds.
4.70 (286 reviews) (~21.53 km from centre)
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Georgetown University
Private university
Founded in 1789, this Jesuit university on the Potomac River is known for its law & medical schools.
4.50 (1.1K reviews) (~13.17 km from centre)
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Ford's Theatre National Historic Site
Historical place
👍👍 So historical. This definitely made me feel like I was there. What a true joy for the family
4.70 (224 reviews) (~9.19 km from centre)
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Petersen House
Historical place
Preserved 1900s guest house where Abraham Lincoln died after being shot at Ford's Theater, opposite.
4.60 (237 reviews) (~9.27 km from centre)
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Sully Historic Site
Historical place
Early-19th-century plantation home of Robert E. Lee’s uncle, with tours, artifacts & a gift shop.
4.50 (312 reviews) (~42.62 km from centre)
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Stanton Park
Park
Tree-lined neighborhood park with a playground, walkways & a statue of war hero Nathanael Greene.
4.50 (300 reviews) (~7.43 km from centre)
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Garfield Monument
Historical landmark
😐 Found on the Capital grounds near the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial and Capital Reflecting Pool is the Statue of former President James Garfield, who was unfortunately assassinated in 1881 after just a few months in office. The statue was sculpted by John Quincy Adams Ward in 1887, who also notably cre...
4.60 (196 reviews) (~7.79 km from centre)
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Oxon Hill Manor
Community center
👍👍 We had our wedding here In the morning the views are breathtaking. The house is well kept and the staff is very helpful. If you are looking for a wedding venue or a place to hold a very special event this would surely be one of my picks. We had an intimate 10 am wedding in August with the ceremony s...
4.50 (233 reviews) (~7.45 km from centre)
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Gadsby's Tavern Museum
History museum
Historic tavern serving Traditional American fare while Colonial actors & musicians perform.
4.40 (292 reviews) (~9.38 km from centre)
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