The metropolitan Washington D.C. area makes a terrific location for the COPNE 2008 PN Educator Workshop. Nearly any entertainment venue you can imagine is available. From the Smithsonian Museums to theater, to sporting events and more. Not to mention the beautiful monuments. The workshop venue is located just six miles from downtown and within easy walking distance to the metro rail system that gets you around easily and affordably.
Plan to spend the weekend and enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the Nation's Capital. |
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The Smithsonian Museums |
The museums are all free and one of the most popular attractions in the world. Most surround the National Mall making it easy to visit the museums and the monuments for a terrific full day of sightseeing in downtown D.C. For more information on the Smithsonian Museums and a free trip planning guide, click here. |
The National Monuments |
The National Monuments are spectacular and breathtaking. All are free to visit. If you haven't been to D.C. lately, you may not have seen some of the newest, and frankly the most beautiful monuments including the WWII Memorial and the Roosevelt monuments. Click here for more details, maps and trip planning from the National Park Service. |
National Zoo |
| Lions, tigers and bears, oh yes and the giant pandas too. One of the premier zoos of the United States, the National Zoo makes for a great family day. Click here for more information. |
Old Town Alexandria |
| Beautiful and historic Old Town Alexandria is just a few short stops from Arlington. With quaint shops, galleries and wonderful dining, it's worth a visit. Click here for more information on Old Town and a free planning guide. |
Kennedy Center for Performing Arts |
| The Kennedy Center, located on the banks of the Potomac River near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. offers over 2,000 performing arts shows annually. Click here for more information and calendar of events. |
Shopping |
| The Ballston Common Mall is located just a few blocks from the hotel and is a magnificent new four story mall with more than 100 stores, restaurants, theater and food court. Shopping lovers can easily get lost for a full day. Click here for more information. |
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| Washington DC and the surrounding metro area are filled with hundreds of historic sites, theaters, parks, and restaurants. Bring the family and enjoy one of the great vacation destinations in the world. |
