Most famous for being the Bride's Hometown...Just kidding. Visit historic downtown for delicious restaurants, boutiques, see public art, historic mansions (Morven Park and Oatlands), and Dodona Manor (home of General George C. Marshall).

Location of the Wedding Ceremony, but also a place to enjoy historic museums and exhibits, hikes and beautiful views; There are a variety of things to do at Harpers Ferry NHP. See the Adventurous Activities Tab to learn more about the local hiking routes.

Location of the Wedding Reception and just a town over from Harpers Ferry, Shepherdstown is the perfect small town to enjoy the arts, history, and outdoors, with a range from local antique shops to vineyards and breweries.

The website link lists all Smithsonian locations and hours of operations!

Visit the National Mall and other significant Memorials such as the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, MLK Jr. Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and more! For an idea for a Self-Guided Walking Tour see: https://www.ecs.org/wp-content/uploads/Self-Guided-Walking-Tour-of-Washington-DC-Memorials.pdf

A personal favorite of the Bride, visit the Air and Space Museum in Chantilly. Highlights include the Space Shuttle Discovery and so many other impressive exhibits.

About 1hr 30min from Harpers Ferry; Visit the beautiful home of America's first president, including the mansion, historic buildings, gardens, tombs, and more!

About 1hr 30min from Harpers Ferry; Visit, honor, and remember the burial sites of American Service members at Arlington National Cemetery.

About 1hr 5min from Harpers Ferry; Visit the historic location of the Civil War's bloodiest battle, turning point of the war, and inspiration for Lincoln's "Gettysburg Address."

About 1hr 15 min from Harpers Ferry; Another historic location of two of the Civil War's battles for the History Buffs in attendance.