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Washington, D.C.

The Best of the Capital: Discover D.C. With Your Grandchild

Program No. 24846RJ
Discover the nation’s capital with your grandchild on this expert-led exploration, from founding fathers to monuments and memorials — even down to its haunted history!
Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Washington, DC
Program Concludes
Washington, DC
Meals
12 ( 5B, 3L, 4D )
Activity Level
Explore Washington D.C. with your grandchild and learn about our founding fathers as you walk in their footsteps. Explore the Capitol Building and the Smithsonian’s Museum of the American Indian. Led by a distinguished group of knowledgeable instructors, this is an invigorating introduction to the nation’s capital, the city’s memorials, neighborhoods and famous figures. We’ll embark on a learning adventure to discover D.C., even down to its haunted history with a ghost adventure through the historic streets surrounding the White House.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Gain historical insights with experts at Washington’s most treasured monuments, memorials and museums.
  • Explore Mount Vernon, diving into George Washington's life as a pioneering farmer, businessman, soldier and leader.
  • Discover a historical tavern and apothecary in Old Town Alexandria, where conversations that shaped today’s political, economic and social structures were held.
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Leigh Jameson
Leigh Jameson is a Virginia native and local to the D.C. area for most of her life. She has over thirty-five years' experience as an actor and storyteller, and has served as a group leader throughout the East Coast. Over the past fifteen years, Leigh has worked with some of the most prestigious museums in the country, including the Smithsonian's American History Museum, Mount Vernon, and Colonial Williamsburg, and has two published guidebooks focused on this history.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Brian Hilton
Brian Hilton was a guide and researcher at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate for 10 years, and has portrayed George Washington as a historical interpreter since 2007. He was selected as the James Madison Fellow for the Commonwealth of Virginia from 2021-2022, and currently is the official George Washington for the City of Alexandria, Virginia. He is, first and foremost, an educator and academic portraying Washington with the goal and intention of informing, inspiring and interacting with audiences across the country and around the world.
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Rick Salamida
Richard J. Salamida holds an M.S. in manufacturing systems engineering from Lehigh University, a B.S. in Computer Science from Rochester Institute of Technology, and an A.A.S. in mathematics from Herkimer County Community College. His career spans both the commercial and service industries, with over 30 years in consulting, business process improvement, and technical analysis in HR/payroll systems. He also owned and operated businesses in the restaurant and technology sectors, later transitioning into the travel industry as a group leader.
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Terry Rose
Terry Rose has been leading history programs in Washington, D.C.; New York; and Boston, as well as the historic triangle of Virginia for a decade. She also leads history programs in New England and natural science programs in the Western National Parks. She has a bachelor’s degree in health education with a minor in science from the University of Florida and a master’s degree in guidance and counseling from the University of South Florida. Her first profession was as a middle school educator and counselor.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking 1-4 miles per day, including on/off motor coaches, some standing.
Suggested Reading List
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