Deb here. We had breakfast in our apartment, and then made a plan to visit the National Archives. This was a stop not on our radar, but Tom knew about it so we all decided to go. It was an easy trip into downtown DC via the metro, with about a half mile walk to the Foggy Bottom Metro Station.
The National Archives was amazing! We first visited the Rotunda, where we saw the original Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, and Constitution, among other things. After these awe-inspiring documents we moved on to an exhibition entitled "All American: The Power of Sports" that was really well done, with lots of historical sporting moments and memorabilia on display.
After leaving the National Archives we had a bit of time before we were scheduled to meet Pete for lunch, so we all toured the National Portrait Gallery. John and I had visited the gallery two years ago, but it was a first visit for Tom and Kim. Really interesting to see the portraits of the presidents throughout the years, and how they chose to be remembered.
We then walked to the Hard Rock Cafe, where we met Pete for lunch. This was the first time us three siblings had been together in over 2 years, so always fun to catch up.
In the afternoon John, Tom, and Kim visited the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, and I headed to the National Gallery of Art. I'd been in this art gallery a few times, but not in many years. My favorite area is the Impressionist wing, and I filled my soul once again with the portraits of the old masters. Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Manet, and so many others.
Later in the afternoon the four of us regrouped and returned to the apartment. At 6:45 we walked to Farmers, Fishers, and Bakers for a wonderful dinner with family. Pete, Louise, Char, Michelle, Jon, Ginny, and the 4 of us at one long table. What a treat, the perfect end to a first great day in DC.
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