Monthly Archives: November 2013

Thanksgiving at the Museum?


In its Weekend section, the Washington Post has published a list of holiday-themed activities to do every day from November 27 (the day before Thanksgiving) to December 26 (the day after Christmas). These activities include several museums and similar sites: … Continue reading

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Visiting the Pentagon Memorial


When I visited the Pentagon Memorial for the first time last weekend, I was struck by the cohesive simplicity of the memorial, the way every design element has meaning that helps the memorial speak for itself. The benches, which evoke … Continue reading

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