Denver Art Museum
It’s probably true that just about every major city has an art museum, but the Denver Art Museum is truly special. It is the largest museum between Chicago and the West Coast and holds an […]
History Buff
Colorado State Capitol Building
The Colorado State Capitol Building is probably one of the most unique state capitol buildings in the country. This golden-domed building is one of the prominent features in Denver’s skyline. Not only is it a […]
A Brief History of Denver
It’s been a while since ACHA visited Denver for our Annual Meeting. Over 30 years in fact! The last time we visited this city was back in 1988. While networking and continuing education will always […]
Union Station
Old world architectural beauty meets modern day innovation at Union Station in Washington, DC. Washington Union Station is a major train station, transportation hub, and leisure destination for both tourists and DC locals. The station […]
Madame Tussauds Washington
Journey through American history in probably the most unique way possible at Madame Tussauds Wax Museum DC! Millions of people have wandered through the doors of Madame Tussauds exhibits since they first opened over 200 […]
Special Smithsonian Exhibit Coming Soon: Outbreak
Opening May 18, 2018, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History will open a new three-year exhibit entitled Outbreak: Epidemics in a Connected World. Perfect timing for any ACHA 2018 attendee interested in infectious diseases […]
National Archives Museum
Since July 16, 1790, Washington, DC has been our nation’s capital. President George Washington commissioned French engineer Pierre-Charles L’Enfant to create a plan for the city which included wide avenues and open spaces so that […]
Arlington National Cemetery
Across the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia, lies Arlington National Cemetery. This 624-acre expanse of land serves as a resting place for more than 400,000 of the dead of our nation’s conflicts since the Civil War. […]
Smithsonian Museums: Our Picks
One of the most quintessential Washington, D.C. experiences anyone can have is visiting the Smithsonian Institution’s museums. With 19 total museums in the D.C. metro area, it can be hard to know where to begin. […]
Washington National Cathedral
If you’re looking for a slightly off-the-beaten-track destination during your stay in D.C., look no further than the Washington National Cathedral. Located just northwest of the Washington Marriott Wardman Park, the National Cathedral (officially called […]
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