REJOICE and REFLECT Explore a World of Faith in Our Nation’S Capital
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REJOICE AND REFLECT Explore a world of faith in our nation’s capital. Museum of the Bible — The 430,000 square foot museum is one of the most technologically advanced museums in the world with an immersive visitor experience for guests as they explore the history, narrative, and impact of the Bible. Washington National Cathedral — The National Cathedral serves as a house of prayer for all people and a spiritual home for the nation. Through worship services, music, tours, outreach, and more, the Cathedral invites us all to experience the grace and mystery of God. Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception — As the largest Roman Catholic church in the U.S. and one of the 10 largest churches in the world, the Basilica is a place of worship and pilgrim- age for thousands of the faithful every year. George Washington’s Mount Vernon — In a letter to the American people, George Washington instructed, “Observe good faith and justice towards all Nations; cultivate peace and harmony with all.” Explore the role of faith among our founding fathers and in our nation’s history at Washington’s historic home. EagleBank Arena — Situated centrally at George Mason University, this multi-purpose 10,000 seat venue is the perfect backdrop for large groups. U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum — This haunting museum tells the story of the systematic persecution and murder of six million Jews and other groups targeted on the basis of race, ideology, religion, behavior, and disability during World War II. Washington, DC — Through its many monuments, memorials, and museums, Washington, DC, pays tribute to our nation’s history. And the capital of the free world appropriately offers the majority of these world-class attractions at absolutely no cost. Metrorail — Metrorail offers an incredibly convenient way to visit Washington from your home base in Fairfax County. For more information, visit fxva.com ONE NATION, UNDER GOD. Fairfax County is home to many diverse communities of faith. Nearby Washington, DC offers many unique opportunities for people of all faiths to learn, pray, and grow together in understanding. Celebrate our nation’s core principle of religious freedom for all. P ot om a c NATIONAL TREASURES Ri • ve 1. Arlington National Cemetery r 2. George Washington’s Mount Vernon LOUDOUN 3. Museum of the Bible COUNTY 4. National Mall & 286 MARARRYYLANDL Smithsonian Museums 10 495 5. Smithsonian’s National Air Dulles Acce Geor ss & ge W To a WASHINGTON DULLES ll Roads sh and Space Museum Steven F 267 ing a 8 ton INTERNATIONAL i M r f AIRPORT a 11 F. Udvar-Hazy Center x e 12 m 286 C o o WASHINGTON, DC r u ia n l 6. The Capitol t P y a 7 r P kw a ay r 18 7. The White House k 17 w 15 a 21 20 4 6 5 y 14 8. Wolf Trap National Park ARLINGTON 1 19 COUNTY 13 66 3 16 • PLACES OF MEDITATION RONALD REAGAN AND REFLECTION F a WASHINGTON ir f a NATIONAL 9. Civil War Battlefields x C AIRPORT o 286 66 28 u ALEXANDRIA n 10. Great Falls Park t 9 y P a 395 r 495 11. The Korean Bell Garden kw ay 12. Meadowlark Botanical Gardens P o t o m a MONUMENTS AND MEMORIALS c • R 13. Jefferson Memorial i v e r 14. Korean War Memorial PRINCE WILLIAM 95 15. Lincoln Memorial COUNTY 2 16. US Air Force Memorial 17. US Marine Corp Memorial (Iwo Jima) 18. Vietnam Veterans Memorial 19. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial 20. Washington Monument 21. World War II Memorial Potomac River CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE Martin Luther Washington’s Washington, DC National Cherry Market Fair at Innovations in Flight King, Jr. Day of Birthday Celebration St. Patrick’s Blossom Festival Claude Moore at the Udvar-Hazy Service in DC at Mount Vernon Day Parade Colonial Farm Center JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER American 4-H Festival National Book Cox Farms Fall Native American National Christmas Celebration at at Frying Pan Festival Festival Heritage Day at Tree and the Mount Vernon Farm Park National Museum of Pathway of Peace the American Indian.