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District of Columbia factories to visit and tour

District of Columbia has factories to visit and tour. Below, first are the active, working factories. The next section has historical operations which often have demonstrations or renactments. These incluse both large and small operations, from several person chocolate factories and cheesemakers to large manufacturers making paper towels, wood products, beverage cans and bottles, are open to the public with real tours, exhibitions and fun education.

In some cases, such as a manufacturing process that is no longer in use, the only way to see it and learn about it is a museum or living history center. So, we also provide information about engineering facilities and museums, dinosaur digs, even government facilities, like NASA, astronomy oberservatories and more that are open to the public on certain days and times. And if there is some place that is just plain fun to visit, we add that, too!

These are perfect for homeschooling, for STEM and for fun! Kids love visiting these places! They're learning and getting an education without even realizing it. And most of these are either free or under $10! What's better then fun, entertaining, good for children and families, educational and free?

Here are some of the top factory tours in District of Columbia and contact information and tips about visiting them.

Factories, Engineering, Museums and other fun demonstrations and exhibits to visit in District of Columbia

 

 

 

District of Columbia Historical Forts and Sites, Famous buildings, Active Federal facilities to tour, Geology: like fossils and volcanic areas

 

    Night view of the exterior of the Jefferson Memorial.
  1. The National Mall - This is the heart of the monuments and buildings to see. Click here for a page dedicated to this area.
  • Ford's Theatre - Washington, DC. April 14, 1865. President Lincoln is assassinated at Ford’s Theatre. Discover how a nation handled grief and loss, how everyday people experienced a national tragedy, and how we have remembered a fallen leader. Today, in partnership with Ford’s Theatre Society, live dramatic productions highlight Lincoln’s love of the theatre, and the power of stories to connect us to ourselves and our history. Interior Water Color of Ford's Theatre

District of Columbia Seasons, bugs, topography and climate

Hot and humid in the summer, cold with icy, slushy snows in the winter.

Camping in District of Columbia

If you're looking to save money on your trip, camping may be a fun alternative to hotels and motels, especially, if you already have the gear, or are looking to get some. BTW, this websites ( https://RoadTrippingAndCamping.com ) explains everything you need to know about camping gear and where to the best gear at the lowest prices.

If you're not from District of Columbia, you may not realize that it would be INSANE to camp inside the District. Have you seen the news in your lifetime? DC has an extremely high crime rate. Forget camping outside in side DC. Camp outside the District and take the Metro or drive in. This is a dangerous city, and can even be dangerous right around the monuments. This isn't 1990. Beware rioters, protesters, crazies, druggies and just plain criminals. Don't worry about the bugs. Stay out of the city after dark.

Nearby, there are private campgrounds close to the District of Columbia. .