Washington DC is well known for the beautiful architecture seen in the buildings, monuments and memorials throughout the city. Many people are unaware of A Nation's Capital Christmas which features a festive array of annual events. The walking tour of DC in Christmas time tells a tale of how Christmas was celebrated in the time of our forefathers. Many interesting facts about the early DC residents are revealed, such as, the first residents did not put up a Christmas tree. The walking tour includes several stops, the first is the "Church of the Presidents" where visitors are sang carols and a shown a pageant.
The tour also stops at the Decatur House Museum Shop where some last minute Christmas gifts can be picked up for someone or for yourself. Smithsonian's Renwick Gallery of Arts and Crafts is another stop in the tour where visitors are given the opportunity to shop for some fun gift giving ideas. The Daughters of the American Revolution Museum features many real-life relics from the early DC residents. Period rooms filled with antique furniture and other signs of the times, the winter holiday features the rooms adorned with Christmas decoration from the time.
The walking tour ends at the National Christmas tree where visitors can drink cider and warm themselves by the Christmas "yule" log. Also featured at the National Christmas tree are 50 individual trees dedicated to each state and decorated in Christmas decoration related to what each state is known for. A small fee for tickets is required, but an advanced reservation is not necessary. Groups are also welcome to take the walking tour, but groups of 25 or more are requested to call ahead for proper preparation.
