There is no better choice for historical sites than Washington DC. American history permeates every inch of this beautiful city. You’ll find it the perfect location for black history tours as well.
Mt. Vernon was the home of our country’s first president and provides some of the richest, most beautiful detail on George Washington and early American history than you’ll find anywhere else in our nation. It’s a breathtaking estate and a truly powerful learning experience for every visitor. With the unforgettable landscape and the knowledge of your professional guide, Mt. Vernon becomes the DC experience of a lifetime. Its legacy of having housed many slaves sets the stage for black history lessons, but the memorial to those slaves creates the most inspiring lesson. The memorial is a beautiful, if inadequate, tribute to unmarked graves throughout Mt. Vernon’s extensive grounds.
Further American history presents itself in the many attractions that are part of Arlington National Cemetery. You’ll need your walking shoes for this experience as well, and a knowledgeable guide makes all the difference in this tour. Arlington Mansion tells the story of the cemetery’s beginning, and it’s a fascinating one. A former home to Robert E. Lee, this mansion is a beautiful part of your groups tour. The Memorial Amphitheater is also breathtaking in its architectural detail. And it’s behind this structure that you’ll find the The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the popular ceremony showcasing the changing of the guard.
You can literally walk in the footsteps of one our nation’s greatest tragedies when you visit Ford’s Theater as it was decorated the night Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. From there, you’ll follow your guide across the street to the Petersen House where Martha Washington kept her anxious vigil and the President eventually died. Frozen in time almost exactly as they left them, these attractions provoke emotion in many DC visitors.
Many other historical sites are found in and around Washington DC. You’ll find descriptions of several on this site. Once you’ve plotted the perfect attractions for your DC experience, contact us to match your choices to the perfect DC guide.