Local Information
The Washington DC area is an international hub of government, business, and culture. There are a myriad of places to see, things to do, and restaurants of every style to explore. PPC2009 will occur just prior to the U.S. national celebration of the Independence Holiday on the 4th of July, and there will be fun activities throughout the city during the week of our conference. Highlights include the annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival, which draws more than a million visitors, and the famous fireworks show on Saturday the 4th.
No list can ever completely describe all the options, but here are a few good links to start exploring and discover the U.S. National Capital.
- Official Tourism site for Washington DC
- About.com guide to Washington DC
- Smithsonian Institution
- Washington Nationals Baseball (home games on 3, 4, and 5 July)
- The White House
- The U.S. Capitol Building
- The U.S. Supreme Court
- National Independence Day Parade
- 4th of July Fireworks in DC
- Smithsonian Folklife Festival homepage
- Smithsonian Folklife Festival description
- National Park Service site for the National Mall
- Washington Post Guide to Restaurants
- Washingtonian.com Guide to Food and Dining
- ZAGAT guide to DC Restaurants and Nightlife