The Smithsonian is home to 21 museums and the National Zoo. While safeguarding and presenting our nations treasures, our museums and zoo also support education, scholarship, and research. Also, as a bonus they have FREE Admission!
On your one-hour tour, a knowledgeable guide will escort you through the Skyline Caverns, explaining the geological history while challenging your imagination; making your tour educational, exciting, and entertaining.
One of the premier art collector's museums in the United States, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens is dedicated to enlightening and engaging visitors with an experience inspired by founder Marjorie Merriweather Post's passion for excellence, gracious hospitality and intent to preserve and share the beauty and history of her collections, garden and estate. Hillwood is set upon 25 acres of gardens and surrounding woodlands in northwest Washington, DC. Twelve acres of enchanting formal gardens include a Japanese-style garden, a rose garden and a French parterre. Please call or visit our website for museum hours and tour information.
These links show the museums owned and operated by the city of Alexandria and the description is below. Many of the City's premier historic sites are owned and operated by the City of Alexandria and fall under the administration of the Office of Historic Alexandria, the department of City government charged with the conservation, interpretation and promotion of these links to the past.
Visiting the historic sites in Prince William County is a captivating journey through time, where you can walk in the footsteps of those who shaped America's past. Each site holds a unique story, allowing you to immerse yourself in the rich history of the region and gain a deeper appreciation for the events that unfolded there.