Moon 52 Things to Do in Washington DC Local Spots, Outdoor Recreation, Getaways

by Burton, Tykesha

• ISBN13: 9781640495494
• ISBN10: 1640495495
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2024-03-05
• Publisher: Moon Travel

Summary

From that museum everyone’s talking about to the mountain getaway you keep meaning to plan, experience something new right here at home with Moon 52 Things to Do in Washington DC. Inside you’ll find:

• Cool things to do in and around the city: Listen to go-go music at 9:30 Club or hit up the arboretum. Learn about the local Indigenous peoples, explore Columbia Heights, or discover a new underground artist. Grab picnic supplies from Union Market and admire the city skyline from the rooftop or spend an afternoon at the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Head to the H Street Corridor and try some authentic Ethiopian and Vietnamese cuisine or sign up for a food tour of U Street
• Day trips and weekend getaways: Dredge for oysters in the Chesapeake Bay, go for a hike in Shenandoah National Park, or cruise the Blue Ridge Parkway. Step back in time in historic Jamestown, spend the day in Baltimore, or explore Natural Bridges State Park for a weekend
• Experiences broken down by category: Find ideas for activities with kids, outdoor adventures, scenic drives, understanding local Black history, getting to know a new neighborhood, and more
• A local's advice: Whether it’s a bucket-list museum or down-home soul food, local author Tykesha Burton knows the ins and outs of the DMV
• Inspirational full-color photos throughout 
• Easy-to-scan planning tips: Addresses, time allotment, and Metro stops, plus tips for avoiding the crowds at popular spots

What are you doing this weekend? Try something new with Moon 52 Things to Do in Washington DC. ​

Author Biography

Tykesha Burton is a sought-after travel and Black history expert who works to curate cultural travel experiences for BIPOC families. She created MommaWanderlust.com initially to provide tips to make traveling with little ones easier. But Tykesha’s travels to all seven continents and her educational background in African American History led her to start providing curated BIPOC cultural experiences that mothers can use to educate their children while traveling and at home. 

Tykesha has a master's degree in intercultural human rights and bachelors' degrees in African-American studies and journalism. Tykesha currently works full-time developing policies for a federal law enforcement agency, while also being a wife and mom to two young children and a pet bearded dragon. As a journalist, Tykesha has freelanced for several media outlets including NBC and Fox News.