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An 18th-century townhouse that once hosted guests of the president.

A wondrous old library overlooking the nation's capital.

The site of the climactic scene from the classic horror film is now a historic landmark.

A purported 17th-century religious artifact with noteworthy associations to Catholic history in the U. S.

The national park was once a plantation estate.

At 207 feet, one of the world's longest continuous escalators.

The controversial urban planner who designed Washington, D.C., was buried in Maryland, and can presently be found in Virginia.

Recorded as the first person buried in Arlington Cemetery.

Designated as an Underground Railroad research site.

Named for a Greek oracle that interpreted the words of Zeus, this beautifully-restored manor home was once home to the architect of the Marshall Plan.

This "castle" is actually a limestone and quartz formation hidden along a trail.

A superbly preserved example of Georgian residential architecture that was once home to one of the founders of Alexandria, Virginia.

This colonial tavern played host to George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and other famous early Americans.

An original apothecary from 1792.

Once the largest trading firm of enslaved people in the U.S., this building is now a museum that preserves Alexandria's dark past.

This tower was once used to create ammunition for early settlers.

Catch rising stars of Appalachia’s music scene before they make it big at this restaurant and community hub.

Climb the tallest remaining fire lookout tower in West Virginia for unparalleled views—if you dare.

One of the oldest continuous congregations organized by Black Americans has been flourishing for nearly 250 years.

Extraordinary objects lurk in this quintessential regional museum.

The Grand Ole Opry's big voice came from a small home in rural Virginia where she was eventually buried.

This unassuming home played a pivotal role in American history, essentially putting an end to the Revolutionary War.

Jule Körner's house full of bizarre architectural details.

The last early 20th-century schoolhouse in Fairfax County has galvanized the community and engendered a spirit of service among residents.