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The Throne of the Third Heaven of the Nations' Millennium General Assembly
Light bulbs, scrap wood, and tinfoil comprise this homemade throne of the gods.
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Carousel on the National Mall
Washington's iconic carousel has a nice piece of Civil Rights history.
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District of Columbia Center Point
A little marble compass above George Washington's (empty) tomb in the Capitol marks where D.C.'s four quadrants intersect.
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Chinatown Barnes Dance
The unique traffic pattern named for an influential urban planner is also known as the Pedestrian Scramble.
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Sweet Home Cafe
This unique museum cafeteria showcases the history and regional diversity of African American cuisine.
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USNO Master Clock
The most accurate timepiece in the world.
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The Big Chair
A super-sized promotional trick that is now a D.C. landmark.
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Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Largest Roman Catholic church in North America.
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Starship Enterprise NCC-1701
The actual model from the original "Star Trek" series is now on display at the National Air and Space Museum.
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Maine Avenue Fish Market
The oldest continuously operating fish market in the United States.
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Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe
A museum cafe showcases Native American dishes and indigenous ingredients from across the Western Hemisphere.
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National Building Museum
Fittingly, America's museum of architecture is itself a magnificently designed old building.
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The Brewmaster's Castle
This grand gothic brewery has been pumping out suds for over a hundred years.
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The Mansion on O Street
With over 100 jam-packed rooms to explore plus elaborate tea services and events, the Mansion on O Street is a hidden treasure.
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National Bonsai Museum
One of the dwarven trees dates back to 1625 and survived the Hiroshima bombing.
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International Spy Museum
Home to items never before seen by the public.
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The Exorcist Stairs
The site of the climactic scene from the classic horror film is now a historic landmark.
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National Capitol Columns
The Corinthian columns that towered over Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration stand proud.
