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Explore America: Washington, D.C.

Explore America and discover people, places, art, and history that connect to Washington, D.C., in the Smithsonian’s collections. The nation's capital is known for its monuments and museums, but Washington, D.C., has vibrant neighborhoods and a culture all its own. Held in trust for the American people, the Smithsonian’s collections document the country’s history, art from across the globe, scientific discovery, and the vast wonders of the natural and cultural world. Visit Smithsonian Open Access to download, share, and reuse millions of the Smithsonian’s 2D and 3D images.


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42c District of Columbia and Cherry Tree coil single

Washington DC, from the United States Series

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Bumper Sticker, "Taxation Without Representation"

Painting of Duke Ellington

Washington, DC

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Washington D.C. Metro

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Chuck Brown Band at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival: "Bustin' Loose"

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Hoodie worn by Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley delivering a sermon on Trayvon Martin

Poster from the Washington Capitals Stanley Cup Parade held in Washington, DC on June 12, 2018

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Howard University Marching Band

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Parade


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