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Science and Physics in Washington, D.C.

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In addition to the large number of political and historical memorials and sites in Washington, D.C., there are a number of science-related locations which are also nice to visit. Though some of the locations are obvious, the science might be a bit more surprising. For example, I didn't know that the National Museum of American History had a large section of the first floor devoted to science and invention.

Here's a brief list of some scientific sites to visit in Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area:

  • National Academy of Sciences (including the Einstein Memorial statue)
  • Marian Koshland Science Museum of the National Academy of Sciences
  • Smithsonian National Museum of American History (Science in American Life, Invention at Play, & Spark!Lab exhibits)
  • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum (see also the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Washington Dulles International Airport)
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National Academy of Sciences BuildingAlbert Einstein MemorialThe Smithsonian National Air and Space MuseumThe Invention at Play Exhibit - Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Spark!Lab - Smithsonian National Museum of American HistorySpark!Lab - Smithsonian National Museum of American HistoryLighting a Revolution Exhibit - Smithsonian National Museum of American HistoryVassar Telescope - Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Jack Swigert statue - U.S. Capitol building
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