Great Fun is Located In and Around Washington DC

 Here’s your chance to get a look at life during the Civil War! You will experience live music, wagon rides, actors portraying key Civil War figures and a variety of other interesting activities, all taking place at Civil War Weekend located in Fairfax, Virgina. The event will take place May 2^nd and 3^rd. You will learn all about Fairfax’s Civil War history through demonstrations and reenactments. There are many workshops available that pertain to the era, including quilting and dancing. Children will enjoy the number of activities designed just for them such as a scavenger hunt and marching drills. On Sunday, visitors can attend a period church service. Be sure to join Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, Clara Barton and other historical figures during Civil War Weekend.

If you are looking for a more “hands on” history lesson, then don’t forget to check out Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament in Hanover, Maryland. Medieval Times is one of the most famous attractions in America. Take a seat and enjoy a four-course meal that is sure to satisfy your appetite. As you dine, you will be treated to the spectacle of watching six knights competing in sword fighting and jousting competitions to prove their valor and chivalry. This two hour show is appropriate for all ages, and will make you feel like a real Lord or Lady.

If you are looking for something located in Washington, then the DC in a Day Tour is a good choice. This tour will take you to some of the area’s most popular monuments and museums, including the National Air and Space Museum, the Smithsonian Institution, the Capitol Building, the FBI Building and the Library of Congress, among various other stops along the tour. Stop by the White House Visitor’s Center, where you can learn about the most famous house in America. Then see the world famous Ford’s Theatre, where President Abraham Lincoln was shot, and the Petersen House, where he was taken to spend his final hours. You will also make stops at famous monuments and museums like the World War II Memorial and the American History Museum. Whether you’re a local who wants to know more about where you live or a tourist who has only seen pictures, the DC in a Day tour is the perfect way to absorb the essence of Washington DC in just one nine-hour day.