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The closest metro stop is federal triangle, which has the blue, orange, and silver lines. Docentled, walkin tours are offered daily at two venues, the smithsonian american art museum and the renwick gallery. Highlights tour national museum of american history. If youre looking for history books that will show you the hidden facets, events, and figures who have shaped our world, look no further than the best history books coming in january. If youre on the hunt for an allencompassing tour that will take you right into the pages of history, you cant go wrong with an american history cruise and tour with princess cruises. Explore one of americas favorite museums, the smithsonian, with a local by your side. African american history tour enjoy a tour of africanamerican history and culture, including passes to the national museum of african american hi. Boston to cambridge, concord, and lexington this site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalized advertising. Insider tips and highlights at the american museum of.
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