Suggestions for Community and Government near Washington

Michael L. • January 7, 2017University Yard is the heart of GW. Love it!

Jack M. • June 1, 2012Elegant. Dignified Welcoming. The rooms in the mansion are wonderful. The restaurant is outstanding. A unique and first-rate facility. Also, a great value.

Dave W. • September 17, 2013Great preschool. Teachers are very engaged. The staff is really nice. The gym is refurbished. A very good operation overall.

Lisa M. • January 10, 2015Good school with nice and accommodative teachers! German becomes fun here!

Lefteris H. • November 30, 2014I enjoyed visiting the synagogue and the performances were very nice. It is worth a visit if you haven't been.

American University • November 9, 2010A small gem around the corner from the rotunda. Stop by to find music scores and recordings, listening stations, and use the lab with notation software and more.

AFAR Media • August 4, 2014From the dock, you can paddle up the Potomac River, or, better yet, head down towards downtown and see the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.

Jade R. • August 22, 2011Great view from the garden. Great place to relax and enjoy the weather during a cooler summer day.

Daniel L. • May 26, 2011The AU Museum is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 am to 4:00pm. Admission is Free!

Michael L. • August 22, 2014Very diverse selection of speakers and artists!

Esty S. • August 20, 2010Amazing library! With a little book shop. Really nice layout. If I lived in DC I would spend a lot of time here.

Doris • September 20, 2012Printing here is free but prints on bright punk paper & sometimes the 20pg limit is enforced(rare) open 24/7

Howard J. • December 17, 2011Try sitting on the steps at night and looking up at the sky when the city starts to wind-down; it is THE perfect me-time!

Gloria C. • August 25, 2011The new venues are amazing!! Wow the place looks great!

Miranda L. • September 12, 2012Confusing set up. Difficult to find offices and classes.

Javien • April 8, 2016Authentic. Getting to watch performances while you eat and drink is a very unique experience and highly valued. The Sweet Spot Burlesque:Make It Rain Edition was fantastic

Zachary R. • March 18, 2013I've been to DC many times now and I always always stop to see OUR Constitution. It is bigger than any one man.

Dirk D. • July 16, 2010great place to take kids on a hot summer to swim.

Mark B. • June 29, 2015Tours are not as extensive as they used to be and you must have tickets.If you can try to get a tour through your local Senator or Reps office.An intern will be your guide and will be less rushed.

Tammy G. • July 14, 2011My faves: the kitchen garden, West Wing, Sasha & Malia's swingset & the view of the monuments.

Scott R. • May 5, 2012Place is great for an evening stroll, a tennis match, basketball game, gym workout, or soccer game.

Jessica Z. • June 2, 2010A Bananna/Blueberry smoothie from Megabytes tastes perfect on a hot day in D.C. :-)

Derek J. • November 4, 2014GW Department of Theatre and Dance mainstage productions are performed here.

Katherine L. • March 11, 2014There's a small (well done) exhibit about the GPO on the north side of the building. Tours of the building can be arranged through your congressman and run through the summer months.

Andrea F. • April 28, 2011Southwest sauce is the best sauce

US National Archives • March 14, 2011Are you looking for an interesting documentary or do you want to experience a spirited lecture on issues in American History? Visit the McGowan Theater for our great free events throughout the year!

Greg G. • January 13, 2015I learned more watching videos online. I went during the off season so it wasn't difficult at all to get in and enjoy the tour. It's where they print our money. That's cool. I'm glad I went