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[caitsith810]

WMATA Metrobus 2015 New Flyer XDE60 "Xcelsior" Hybrid Artic 5478 on the S1. #washington #washingtondc #districtofcolumbia #downtown #downtowndc #wmata #wmatametrobus #metrobus #newflyer #newflyerindustries #xcelsior #bus #hybridbus #transit #transportation #igdc #ig_washingtondc #exposeddc #nationscapital #mydccool #walkwithlocals #dmv #dmvarea #dcmarylandvirginia #masstransit #publictransit #buses #busesofinstagram (at Farragut Square) https://www.instagram.com/p/CrdOjtFuola/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[mscmphotography]

Copper Image Tulip was bred to resemble giant ruffled double bloom peonies. The great thing about these is they last a long time in the garden & even a long time as cut flowers. The elegant copper white petals with maroon highlights makes this a gorgeous showstopper element to spring blooms or bouquets.

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Copper Image tulip is a stunning huge double tulip, adorned with a profusion of copper-colored petals. If you like the performance of this variety then you will like it’s color changing sister worthy of its name, “Amazing Grace”.

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Copper Image tulips are also known as peony tulips because they look similar with several layers of petals. They grow tall & have sturdy stems & are along lasting flower. When they are at optimum growth the flower head can be 4” across. Because of their size it’s best to grow these in protected areas away from strong winds & heavy rain/snow.

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Tulip tip: Plant the bulbs 6 inches into the ground so they will be insulated during winter but stay cool as temps warm up. This means if they are cool in spring they will bloom a longer length of time. Captured at Commissioner’s Park, Canadian Tulip Festival, May 14, 2023.

#ottawacanada #canadian history #spring #springfestival #canadiantulipfestival #festival #tulipfestival #largesttulipfestivalinworld #cdntulipfest #tulips #flowers #floral photography #photoofthedays #bloom #peonytulip #copperimagetulip #springphotography #nationscapital #ncc_ccn #gardens #public garden #gardenersworld #landscapephoto #momentencouluers #pretty #dutchroyalfamily #Netherlands #history #WWII #royalgift

[simhamukha]

I love my town. Which style do you prefer? 1, 2, or 3? #washingtondc #thedistrict #dc #digitalart #draweveryday #womenwhoillustrate #thecapitol #washington #washingtonmonument #thecastle #districtofcolumbia #dcart #districtart #nationscapital #smithsonian https://www.instagram.com/p/CpdtkBHrJIb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[messysuitcaseblog]

Sneaking Around at the International Spy Museum

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to sneak a video in the International Spy Museum. Good luck!

We spent a winter Monday at the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC. They shut down Bob’s  video, but see what you can decipher! It’s a fascinating place and definitely worth a visit. We couldn’t even begin to capture it. Lisa’s favorite room was the one that showed  videos about spying. There’s also an interesting exhibit on women in espionage.

Everyone is issued an interactive spy identity card when they enter, which they test their spy skills at seventeen different digital and physical interactive stations spread throughout the museum.

Unlike the Smithsonian Institution, the International Spy Museum charges admission. It’s right by the waterfront, so just a short walk to some interesting eateries.

Check it out!

Info: https://www.spymuseum.org/

Map: https://g.page/IntlSpyMuseum?share

#youtube #messysuitcase #internationspymuseum #nationscapital #the legend of spyro #espionage #spying #washingtondc #traveblog #travelblogger #retirement

[colonialcapitaltours]

The grand Lincoln Memorial is a must-see when visiting the nation's capital.  The iconic memorial was built to honor the 16th U.S. president, Abraham Lincoln. The Lincoln Memorial sits at one end of the Reflecting Pool, anchoring the western end of the National Mall.  Inside is a 19-foot tall, 175-ton statue of President Lincoln depicted during the Civil War.   To the left of the statue is Lincoln’s famous Gettysburg Address, one of the most well-known in U.S. history, etched into the wall.  To the right is the entire Second Inaugural Address, given in March of 1865, months before Lincoln’s death. 🗺Colonial Capital Tours ☎️ 800.334.3754 💻 www.ColonialCapitalTours.com 📧 [email protected] #studenttours #schooltrips #grouptours #educationaltours #fieldtrips #daytrips #classtrips #onedaytrips #studentgroups #schoolgroups #schoolgroupoutings #educationalstudenttours #nycdoevendor #seniortrips #multidaytrips #studenttrips #schoolprincipal #highschoolprincipal #hsprincipal #middleschoolprincipal #principal #nycprincipal #doevendor #lincolnmemorial #abrahamlincoln #washingtondc #nationalmall #reflectingpool #nationscapital #americanhistory #ushistory #colonialcapitaltours

[shanepaints]

Observations of Pentimenti, unfinished and preliminary Renaissance and Baroque works at the National Gallery of Art yesterday. Going in this morning for a second dose! #nationalgallery #artwalk #nationscapital #favoritecities (at Washington D.C.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbxXroEuZaK/?utm_medium=tumblr

#nationalgallery #artwalk #nationscapital #favoritecities

[retrogaminglife]

This is not gaming related but just wanted to share some awesome shots from my latest venture in Washington DC ! It was so much fun and the subway made getting around a breeze! I have so many more photos but here are ten of them. What an adventure it was!!! #washingtondc #lincolnmemorial #vacation #trip #whitehouse #washingtonmonument #adventures #nationscapital (at Washington D.C.) https://www.instagram.com/p/CR5RLq0HdD5/?utm_medium=tumblr

#washingtondc #lincolnmemorial #vacation #trip #whitehouse #washingtonmonument #adventures #nationscapital

[darlenabirch]

Pass by this freemason temple on my evening runs and finally decided to take some photos.

#washingtondc #nationscapital #freemason #masons #george washington #runningislife #running #runner #cardio #exploredc #history

[ladylilabrown]

At the #USCapitol Reflecting Pool 🏛 It’s still Wintertime and the Year has yet to change over so what a beautiful reminder to reflect on the administration that was. Good riddance 👋🏾 #BidenHarris #KamalaHarrisDay OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW 🎇 #NewYear #NewDay #InaugurationDay #travel #nationscapital #USA 🇺🇸 #AKA1908 #HBCULove 🤎 #LetsDoThis #ThisisaSeriousMatter #KamalaHarris #WinwithBlackWomen #BlackLivesMatter #libations 💦 ASÉ 🙏🏾 #ancestors #American (at United States Capitol) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKQOcuWA2XD/?igshid=1v8yq65y18pry

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[taylormadeteamdmv]

7 Ways to Celebrate Black History Month in the DMV

Originally recognized as “Negro History Week,” Black History Month became a month-long celebration in 1976 with February being chosen to correspond with the birthdays of Frederick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln. Black History Month is a celebration and honor of the contributions African Americans have made to United States History. Washington, DC is home to many African Americans who have contributed in some way to our culture and history. There are many ways to celebrate Black History Month and as 2020 is a leap year, it gives us an extra day in February to celebrate. Here are 7 ways you can celebrate Black History Month this year in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.

Visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture:

Washington DC is home to some of the most popular museums in the country, one of those being the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Opened in 2016, it is a main attraction to many who live in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area as well as tourists visiting the nation’s capital. Inside the museum you will find a plethora of interesting history about the African American community and population. The museum consists of many exhibitions such as the Civil Rights Movement, Slavery and Freedom, Cultural Expressions, Life after Slavery, Revolutionary War, Education, Music, Entertainment, and Sports.

To plan your visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, visit their website at: https://nmaahc.si.edu/

Honor Martin Luther King Jr. at his Memorial

One of the newest memorials of Washington DC, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, is a popular monument for DC natives and tourists. The site is located in West Potomac Park and known for its 30-foot statue of Dr. King. His face and stance is carved into the Stone of Hope standing above the Mountain of Despair. Both pieces are references to his “I Have a Dream” speech. Visiting the memorial is most breath taking after the sun sets as the statue of Dr. King and the Mountain of Despair illuminates with light at night.

For more information on the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, visit the website at: https://www.nps.gov/mlkm/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm

Take a Walk Through Shaw Neighborhood and Howard Theatre

The Shaw neighborhood is most known for its prominent Black history and figures such as Jazz Musician Duke Ellington. Shaw was named after Colonel Robert Gould Shaw who fought in the Civil War as a member of the Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry of Black Soldiers. Later on, the neighborhood was nicknamed “The Heart of Chocolate City” for being the place that many escaped slaves called home and established a numerous amount of businesses for the African American population.

After walking through the Shaw neighborhood, take a stroll along Howard Theatre’s Walk of Fame, beginning at the Shaw-Howard Metro Station and ending at the façade of the theatre. The Walk of Fame honors 15 Black Cultural icons such as Marvin Gaye, Chuck Brown, and Ella Fitzgerald.

To learn more about the Howard Theatre and the Shaw Community, visit their website at: 

http://thehowardtheatre.com/

https://www.compass.com/neighborhood-guides/dc/shaw/

Support a Black Business:

There are a number of Black owned business in the Washington DC and Maryland area. Whether you are looking for a business for the arts, food & dining, community involvement, education, entertainment, finances, home needs, etc., there is a Black owned business for anything you can think of. Any small contribution of support will help our community’s businesses grow.

Take a look at a DC Black Business Directory to find a business to support: http://www.dcblack.com/black-directory/

Attend a Black Culture Event:

Washington DC hosts a few cultural events throughout the year. During Black History Month, from February 19-March 1, the Intersections Festival will be held at the Atlas Performing Arts Center. The festival will include showcases of theatre, dance, poetry, music, film, writing, photography, arts, and many more. Many of these exhibitions and showcases will incorporate the African American culture of the city and nation’s capital.

Check out the festival website to see a full list of events and showcases and to purchase your festival pass: https://www.atlasarts.org/intersections-tickets/

Attend a Musical or Theatre Performance:

The arts play a big part in the African American community and culture. One way to celebrate Black History Month is to attend a theatre performance recognizing and honoring African American ideas, heritage, and culture. “Gun & Powder” is a musical that spotlights two light-skinned African American twins and their journey through tragedy, race, identity, relationships, family and more. The musical is performed at Signature Theatre in Arlington, VA now until February 23rd.

To learn more about this musical and purchase tickets, visit their website: https://www.sigtheatre.org/events/201920/gun-and-powder/

Attend a Washington Wizards Basketball Game:

Along with other things, Washington DC is home to the NBA Washington Wizards Basketball Team. A Washington Wizards game is always exciting to watch from enjoying the crowd engagement activities, to the dance team and special events they hold. Throughout the month of February, the Washington Wizards will be celebrating Black History Month by taking the time out of a few of their games to highlight prominent African Americans who are making a difference in their communities.

To be a part of this honor and experience, visit their website to purchase tickets: https://www.nba.com/wizards/tickets

Black History Month is a month of honor, respect, culture, and learning for many. The African American population has contributed a great deal to the United States History. Washington DC has a lot to offer and a great amount of Black History embedded in the streets of the city. You don’t always have to do something extravagant to celebrate Black History Month. A simple visit to a historic Black monument, support of a Black business, or even spreading some knowledge about your Black History is always a plus.

Reference: https://washington.org/visit-dc/celebrate-black-history-month

#blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #africanamericanhistory #washingtondc #districtofcolumbia #nationscapital #museumvisits #blackculture #blackbusiness #blackarts #blackartsmovement #blacksports

[caitsith810]

WMATA Metrobus 2000 Orion V 2212 on the 36. #washington #washingtondc #districtofcolumbia #downtown #downtowndc #wmata #wmatametrobus #metrobus #orion #orionv #bus #transit #transportation #igdc #ig_washingtondc #exposeddc #nationscapital #mydccool #walkwithlocals #canon #canon7dmarkii #dmv #dmvarea #dcmarylandvirginia #buses #busesofinstagram #metro (at Washington, DC) https://www.instagram.com/p/CozPpZ0OwpJ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[mscmphotography]

A sunset is the sun’s fiery kiss to the night.

~ Crystal Woods

Panorama of the Ottawa river. It’s a bit hard to keep the horizon level without a tripod. It’s easier to do standing. But wanted to include the rocks along the edge above the shore & the trees from where I was standing along the Ottawa river pathway. The water level is very high right now & I couldn’t get to the shore. After a several tries I did it while sitting. The 3rd shot has a bit of a dip in the horizon on the left side but they turned out not to bad eh!

Any tips on how to get panoramic photos to fit without being cropped by Instagram. The only thing I could think of was screenshot my pics & create a white frame. So pics 2 & 4 are the screenshots of my originals. I like the un-cropped better. Captured along the Ottawa River, Ottawa, Canada, May 30 posted June 17, 2022.

#panorama #panoramic #panoramicview #panophotography #panoramaphotography #ottawariver #ottawacanada #nationscapital #capitalofcanada #imagesofcanada #panosunset #sunsetpano #sunsetpanorama #evening #eveninglight #spring evening #goodevening #goodnight #shoreline #shorelinescape #ncc_ccn #coloursofsunset #coloursofevening #sunsets #sunsetshotz #sunsetquotes #sunset_pics #sunsetsky #goldenhour #bluehour

[bigmarcus3000]

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[1bidwell]

The Vietnam Memorial c.2000 reimagined. 2019 • • • • • #heroes #veteransday #911 #peace #memorial #sculpture #dc #washingtondc #nationscapital #iconic #landmark #neverforget #army #navy #usmc #mall #fineartphotography #landscape #bw #molly #🐾 (at Vietnam Veterans Memorial) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4vvtknJs9w/?igshid=18wrf67vwha54

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[shaneakacaitsith]

Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter Station, all lit up. This is one of many underground stations that got the much needed lighting upgrades. Also seen here is a 3000-series Green Line train bound for Branch Avenue. #washington #washingtondc #districtofcolumbia #downtown #downtowndc #archives #pennquarter #wmata #wmatametrorail #metro #metrorail #trains #greenline #transit #transportation #igdc #ig_washingtondc #exposeddc #nationscapital #mydccool #walkwithlocals #trains_worldwide #trains_of_our_world #trainspotting #dmv #dmvarea #dcmarylandvirginia (at Archives Navy Memorial Station) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzZ-aVrnL7o/?igshid=1plkopvadtq68

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[xespionagex]

United States Supreme Court #washingtondc #dc #nationscapital #underground #travel #tourism #curiousadventurer #capitalpolice #tourists #touristspots #beautifulviews #nofilter #justice #supremecourt #constitution #touristspots #touristspots #tour #follow (at Supreme Court of the United States) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx7BQOWjg8V/?igshid=1jh9prf3w0xn7

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