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4-Day History Itinerary

History & Culture

Explore iconic sites in Washington, DC, Virginia and Maryland as you dig into the area’s rich history and culture.

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Few areas of the United States are as packed with history as the Capital Region. From the early American settlements of Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, to the first black president to live in the White House, the region has continuously played witness to the nation’s defining moments. Come explore the historical cornerstone of the United States!

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Watch TV presenter Ashley House as he goes on a historical and cultural tour of Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.

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Artscape is America's largest free arts festival, attracting 350,000+ attendees to Baltimore, Maryland. 

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This juried fine art and craft show features more than 100 artists from across the country in more than a dozen mediums. Live music and dance performances take place on three stages.

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Join the Independence Day celebrations in the nation's capital city!

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During the second week of August of each year the City of Galax has the world tapping its feet as the Old Fiddlers' Convention. Musicians and fans from around the world travel to Galax to perform a

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