Well today all I can say is "MAN MY FEET ARE SORE!!". We were WA DC sidewalk warriors today. We started out the day by visiting the WA Historical Society, saw some great exhibits, the 'Many Faces of Lincoln' and 'Quilts for Obama' is not to be missed. I thought of some great lesson ideas on how to incorporate political quilts into my government class as a great team building activity. We were the only people there and the docents were great. Next we set out to the National Portrait Gallery where we went on yet another docent tour our docent Brian was fantastic. He taught me how to mesh Art History and History together and gave me tips on how to teach them to ELL students. After that we had to take a break and go to lunch. With our bellies full we hit the Mall, took in the Folk Festival, listened to some great music. After that we just kind of went museum crazy we visited the Smithsonian Institute, the National Museum of Natural History, America's Islamic Heritage Museum, the Air and Space Museum, and the Hirhhorn. After this we had to take a grass nap..
So, off to the Capitol's West Lawn we went, took in a good part of the free concert (Jersey Boy's and Aretha Franklin ROCKED IT) and then ran to see the WA Monument and fireworks display. My fantastic Mom, took this great video for everyone of the show. I hope you enjoy!