l**n 发帖数: 7272 | 1 http://mp.weixin.qq.com/s?__biz=MzA3NTM1ODUwMg==&mid=200230357&
1. 作为最传统的国庆庆祝,不要错过美国国家独立日游行,游行方队和花车来自全国
各地的军事单位、专业单位和贵宾。游行开始于上午11点45分,宪法大道和第七街西北。
注意事项:Public access to the National Mall begins at 10:00 a.m., with all
visitors are required to enter via a security checkpoint.
Arrive early to find a good viewing spot.
Bring food and water. Vendors will be available, but lines may be long.
Dress appropriately for the weather. Shady spots are at a minimum, so be
prepared to cope with hot and humid weather.
Wear patriotic clothing to show your American spirit.
2. 7月4日庆祝活动继续在美国国会大厦的西草坪上举行免费90分钟的音乐盛会。国家
交响乐团和音乐会将表演一曲激动人心的柴可夫斯基的“1812序曲”。下午3点开始入
场,音乐会在晚上8点举行开始。
3. 最激动人心的莫过于烟火表演啦。表演通常晚上9点后不久就开始。如果想寻找一个
独特的烟火观赏位置,不如试试坐船,或预订一家屋顶酒店。
4. National Mall会有很多庆祝活动。史密森民俗节带来一年一度的庆典包括全球文化
多样性风格的集市、舞蹈、工艺品展示。今年正赶上中国和肯尼亚!小伙伴一定别错过!
5. 国家档案馆The National Archives的庆祝仪式上午10点开始,包括历史剧的真人
show以及《独立宣言》的阅读。托马斯·杰斐逊、本杰明·富兰克林和其他历史人物都
将闪亮登场。
6. 如果你想找个地方凉快凉快,Tudor Place在7月2日会提供国庆Ice Cream Social,
包括对Tudor Place的参观,在花园中自制圣代冰淇淋,以及一些家庭游戏和工艺品参
观。所有的参加者还将收到一份特殊的小礼物:一份来自于都铎王朝的档案中私人信件
的复印件,这封信表达了一段特殊时期的美丽爱情故事。 | l**n 发帖数: 7272 | 2 10 Ways to Celebrate Independence Day in Washington, DC
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Washington, DC is arguably the most patriotic place in America to celebrate
Independence Day, and the nation's capital doesn't disappoint. From
spectacular fireworks to moving musical performances to family-friendly
festivals, there's more than enough fun to fill Fourth of July week. Check
out our best bets below:
1) For the quintessential Fourth of July experience, don’t miss America’s
National Independence Day Parade, which features marching bands from all
over the country, military and specialty units, patriotic floats and VIPs.
It's a great start to a full day of Fourth of July events. The parade kicks
off at 11:45 a.m. on Constitution Avenue and 7th Street NW.
2) The Fourth of July festivities continue on the U.S. Capitol’s West Lawn
with "A Capitol Fourth," a free, 90-minute musical extravaganza. The concert
features the National Symphony Orchestra and is capped off with a rousing
rendition of Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” complete with live cannon fire
provided by the United States Army Presidential Salute Battery. Gates open
at 3 p.m., and the concert begins at 8 p.m.
3) A Capitol Fourth is also the soundtrack for DC's fireworks spectacular on
the National Mall. The Mall fills up quickly, so pack a picnic and make a
day of it. The fireworks show typically starts shortly after 9 p.m. Looking
for a unique view of the fireworks? Try a boat cruise or book a reservation
at a hotel with a rooftop view.
4) In addition to "A Capitol Fourth" concert, patriotic music abounds during
Fourth of July week. On Independence Day, catch the free Annual
Independence Day Organ Concert at the Washington National Cathedral at 11 a.
m. The U.S. Navy Band performs a series of free concerts throughout the
summer, including Fourth of July week, as does the National Gallery of Art's
Jazz in the Garden series.
5) There's plenty to do on the National Mall before the evening festivities.
Add a splash of international culture to your all-American holiday and make
your way to the National Mall for the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, which
typically runs over two long weekends around the Fourth of July. The annual
celebration of cultural diversity turns the National Mall into a global
bazaar with music, dancing, crafts and demonstrations exploring different
cultures.
6) The National Archives, home of the original Declaration of Independence,
holds great Fourth of July festivities that are fun for the whole family.
The celebration kicks off at 10 a.m. with a ceremony, including a
presentation of colors, patriotic performances and a dramatic reading of the
Declaration of Independence. From 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., additional family-
friendly activities are scheduled, including appearances by Thomas Jefferson
, Benjamin Franklin and other historical figures.
7) This year marks the 200th birthday of our national anthem. If you want to
see something really special this July 4th, head to the National Museum of
American History to behold the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen
The Star-Spangled Banner. This summer only, the original manuscript of the
national anthem, on loan from the Maryland Historical Society,will be
displayed with the flag at the museum (on display through July 6).
8) If you're looking to cool down, head over to Tudor Place on July 2 for
their annual Independence Day Ice Cream Social. The historic Tudor Place
estate was built by Martha Washington's granddaughter and her husband, so it
's a fitting place to spend Independence Day. The ice cream social includes
a tour of the house, a make-your-own-sundae bar in the garden and plenty of
family-friendly games and crafts. Plus, all participants will receive a
special copy of a rare, personal letter from Washington belonging to the
Tudor Place archives. One of just three such notes in existence, it is an
affectionate note to his wife as he took up command of the Continental Army.
9) The Willard InterContinental Hotel, just steps from the White House,
decks out its lobby and opens its doors for its annual Fourth of July block
party. The Willard's acclaimed restaurant, Café du Parc, offers up American
barbecue classics and a crepe station, all set to a soundtrack of American
tunes from a live rock band.
10) There's nothing as American as baseball, except maybe apple pie.
Washington's home team, the Nationals, can add some American spirit to your
Fourth of July week. Catch a game and snack on some local fare, like a chili
dog or half-smoke from Ben's Chili Bowl.
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