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As the capital of the United States, Washington has a lot to offer to its local and foreign travelers whether they are visiting the place for business or leisure. Aside from the known architectures, Washington also has numerous attractions, historic sites and museums that attract many vacationers.

Tip 1 - feel the essence of history by visiting the National Mall in Washington that houses the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, National World War II Memorial and more.

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Smithsonian Institute

Smithsonian Institute is a research and educational institute. It has most of its activities spread around Washington, DC. Though main parts of it are in Washington, about 19 of its museums, zoo and around 9 research centers are spread around Virginia, New York, Panama and few other places. It publishes two magazines, namely Air and Space and Smithsonian. There is a lot more to know especially about its research centers, Administration, Activities and nonetheless Controversies. All of these and more details about various Institutions can be learned through our informative articles.
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Smithsonian Institute Guide - Your DC Trip is Never Complete without Visiting the Castle

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The Smithsonian Institution Building, also referred to as 'The Castle' is situated on the National Mall in Washington D.C. The castle is home to the Smithsonian Information Center and the administrative offices of the Institute. The Institute remains open from 8:30am to 5:30pm everyday. You can reach The Castle by availing the rapid transit. The original structure was constructed following the architectural patterns of the Norman using red sandstone from Seneca Creek, Maryland.

General Information on the Smithsonian Castle in wiki

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smithsonian_Institution_Building

Information on the Castle from the official website

http://www.si.edu/visit/infocenter/sicastle.htm

The Castle hosts permanent and temporary exhibitions. The crypt of James Smithsonian is present in the northern portion of the building. The panel exhibit will give you more details about the crypt. The exhibit panels in the West Wing of the building depict the history of this portion of the castle. The exhibits are permanent. The permanent exhibits displayed in the America's treasure Chest Room offer a glimpse of the vast array of objects housed in the institute.

First floor of the castle houses three different types of chambers with various kinds of exhibits. The Children's Room installed at the South Entrance displays objects relating to the 'Knowledge Begins in Wonder' theme. The Commons Room in the West Wing displays some of the most exclusive objects like walnut cases made in 1871. The Schermer Hall showcases precious antique pieces. The collection includes Renaissance Revival Armchairs, Roccoco gilded mirrors belonging to Simon Cameron and Georgian Revival Tables.

Learn about the ongoing and upcoming exhibitions

http://www.si.edu/visit/whatsnew/sib.asp

Two of the upcoming exhibitions include Editor's Picks: The Best of Smithsonian Magazine's 7th Annual Photo Contest and Read my Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection starting from 18th of June. Admission to the Castle is free.

Cultural events and other programs at the Castle

http://www.si.edu/events/
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