Washington DC surges with national monuments, Howard, and a dazzling array of redevelopment to complement its sophisticated vibe. It is essential to appreciate Black Culture to its fullest while being one of America’s best cities for tourism.

History
Though technically located below a Southern state, DC has always felt more Northern, including today

Cultural Sites
Howard, National Museum of African American History & Culture & MLK Memorial

Restaurants & Nightclubs
There’s been a lot of change in the restaurant & nightclub scene of DC

Churches
Few Black Churches are more distinguished than Metropolitan AME

David Dorsey visiting the US Capitol; (c) Soul Of America

Shops & Galleries
Though battered by the pandemic, Black boutiques are making a comeback

U Street-Shaw District
You’ll love black culture and fear for its survival in this district

Spas & Innkeepers
Select spas will make you feel at home for a Mani & Pedi

National Monuments
No matter how many times you visit, the Capitol monuments always astound

MGM Hotel in National Harbor; (c) Soul Of America

Arts
How many times would you like to see the words “FREE ENTRY”?

Abolitionist & Civil Rights Movements
Mary McLeod Bethune, and Mary Church Terrell highlight its legendary activists

Family Attractions
Aside from family-focused Smithsonian Museums on the Mall, a Zoo visit also delights

General Attractions
Consider Georgetown, Adams-Morgan, Southwest District, and Foggy Bottom

Obama Inaugurations
A thank you for his incredible service to the nation

Historic Sites
There are so many, where to start?

The Deltas marching at Howard University

Tiger Woods AT&T Tournament
The phone giant’s golf tournament brought out the Tiger in his prime

March On Washington
Our MOW leaders also marched for fair access to jobs that we enjoy today

From Marches To Black Mayors
DC has had a notable list of Black Mayors since the 1960s

National Museum of African American History & Culture
NMAAHC is far & away the best Black Museum in America

Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial
This worthy memorial to the most iconic Civil Rights Hero