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Though tours of the White House have been very limited since Sept. 11 2001 (trips must be approved six months in advance) a stroll past this iconic home is the perfect way to begin or end a tour of the nearby museums and landmarks in downtown DC. See more »

Family Vacations: Serpent Mound

Family Vacations: Serpent Mound

Serpent Mound, a winding mound of earth one-quarter mile long and three feet high, remains a mystery despite all the research. Serpent Mound State Memorial is the largest prehistoric animal effigy in the world. Read about Serpent Mound vacations.

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Family Vacations: St. Patricks Cathedral

Family Vacations: St. Patricks Cathedral

This Gothic-revival style cathedral is the largest of its kind in the United States with antique stained-glass windows and a towering spire. Learn more about St. Patrick's Cathedral and family vacations in New York.

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Family Vacations: Stone Mountain

Family Vacations: Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain, Georgia, is the world's largest exposed piece of granite -- billions of cubic feet of rock. This immense monolith is just a short drive from Atlanta. Learn why it's not just the size of the rock that brings people to Stone Mountain.

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Family Vacations: Stonington Borough Lighthouse

Family Vacations: Stonington Borough Lighthouse

The town of Stonington is the oldest borough in Connecticut, first settled in 1753. Both the lighthouse and the town represent the history and architecture of an typical Connecticut town. Read about family vacations to Stonington Borough Lightouse.

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Family Vacations: Supreme Court of the United States

Family Vacations: Supreme Court of the United States

The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest court in the nation. Appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, the Supreme Court consists of a chief justice and eight associate justices. Learn about vacations to the Supreme Court.

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Family Vacations: Times Square

Family Vacations: Times Square

Times Square is a veritable theme park for kids featuring an in-store Ferris wheel ESPN Zone MTV’s TRL the flagship Disney store and a wax museum. Find out more about family vacations in Times Square.

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Family Vacations: U.S. Capitol

Family Vacations: U.S. Capitol

The U.S. Capitol is an icon of 19th-century neoclassical architecture in the United States. The building's cornerstone was laid in September, 1793; it's been burnt, rebuilt, expanded, and restored since then. Read about vacations to the U.S. Capitol.

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Family Vacations: U.S. Space and Rocket Center

Family Vacations: U.S. Space and Rocket Center

The U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville Alabama showcases a fascinating and comprehensive collection of rockets missiles boosters and space memorabilia. Learn about what makes this a great family vacation destination in this article.

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Family Vacations: United Nations

Family Vacations: United Nations

Visitors may be startled during a tour of the United Nations when they realize they are in what is tantamount to a separate nation-state with its own fire department and post office.

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Family Vacations: Vulcan Statue

Family Vacations: Vulcan Statue

The 56-foot statue of Vulcan in Birmingham, Alabama, is the largest cast-iron statue in the world. The creation of the glorious sculpture is tied closely to the roots of the city. Learn about family vacations to see the Vulcan Statue in Birmingham.

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Family Vacations: Walden Pond

Family Vacations: Walden Pond

Henry David Thoreau wrote an account of his experiences in a hand-built cabin by this famous pond. His little book, often credited with creating the conservation movement, changed the world.

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Family Vacations: White House

Family Vacations: White House

Though tours of the White House have been very limited since Sept. 11 2001 (trips must be approved six months in advance) a stroll past this iconic home is the perfect way to begin or end a tour of the nearby museums and landmarks in downtown DC.

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