One of the oldest train stations still standing in Virginia played a vital role during the Civil War.

A 14-foot monument marks the resting place of two of the town's earliest residents—and one unknown soldier.

Volcanic stone sentinels stand watch at a Korean Bell Garden in Virginia.

The world's oldest continuously operating airport was founded by the Wright Brothers.

This rare triple-jurisdiction drawbridge passes through Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.

An original apothecary from 1792.

A former major munitions plant that has been converted into a sprawling art space.

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

This stately building in Alexandria, Virginia was built by Freemasons to honor one of their most famous members.

Once home to seven different roller coasters, Glen Echo has undergone many transformations since its founding in 1891.

A lovely aquatic park built by a one-armed Civil War veteran who made a fortune from lotuses.

This isn't your average roadway—it's actually a National Park and a transportation pioneer.

The United States Capitol's former columns still stand.

One of the dwarven trees dates back to 1625 and survived the Hiroshima bombing.

The romance of early commercial flight still fills this Art Deco destination.

This lovely picnic spot featuring thunderous jet landings is an aircraft spotter’s dream.

The Pentagon is so large that it was planned like a city, complete with internal highway infrastructure.

Home to items never before seen by the public.

A museum cafe showcases Native American dishes and indigenous ingredients from across the Western Hemisphere.

While most wind tunnels test scale models, the "Cave of Winds" was large enough for actual airplanes.

The "lovely red Vega" of the legendary record-settling pilot.

Architecture lovers won’t stop touching the National Gallery's 19.5 degree marble prow.

Washington's iconic carousel has a nice piece of Civil Rights history.

The national park was once a plantation estate.