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09/22/2006 12:09:12 PM · #1 |
I'm so excited, I just found out that my partner has to go to Washington, DC for meetings in November. Well, actually, it's in Herndon, Virginia, but we're going to stay a few extra days in DC after the meetings to sightsee. Other than an hour in Maine I've never been to the US and Washington has always been one of the places I've wanted to visit.
A few questions for anyone in the area:
-what temperatures can I expect in early/mid November?
-can I take pictures of the buildings like the Capitol and the White House? I've heard so many stories about not being allowed to take pictures of federal buildings in the US. I just want to be a big tourist and take pictures of everything.
-other than the obvious must-sees (stuff I've seen in movies dozens of times, like all the memorials, museums & monuments) is there anything I should not miss? Keep in mind we'll be using public transportation and walking, and also my partner is in a wheelchair, but I've read that DC is pretty accessible.
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09/22/2006 12:25:22 PM · #2 |
Mid November in DC should be cold, but not freezing. Snow in November is rare, but possible.
There are thousands of hidden treasures in DC... here's a thread in another forum listing some.
The Poltergeist steps in Georgetown are cool. I'm a big fan of the Washington DC Fish Market on Maine Ave, but you might want to check how accessable it is for your partner. There's usually tons of colorful characters and scenes there.
Arlington National Cemetery is very photogenic. If the weather is decent, DC is one of the best areas for night photography. One of my favorite spots is a small park about 500 yards from the end of Regan Airport's main active runway. The planes are about 500 feet above your head when they go over you.
It's flat and accessable, but you'd need to take a cab, there's no public transport there. Make sure you have a cell phone and a cab company's number to get home too. Though they should be totally willing to go there due to the proximity to the airport.
Smithsonian museums ban any tripods, even table top ones, but monopods are OK. Taking pictures of the White House, Capital Building, etc. should be totally fine as long as you don't cross any barriers into secure areas. (Not that you really could if you wanted to.)
Hope this gives you an idea or two.
Message edited by author 2006-09-22 12:25:36.
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09/22/2006 12:42:28 PM · #3 |
I recently did a lot of shooting in DC with a friend of mine and had a great time. The DC Metro system is fantastic and safe - it will get you just about anywhere you'd like to go.
We shot most of the major monuments at night and it was a lot of fun bt a lot of walking.
    
I'd recommending finding a tour or some kind just for information - they're pretty good too. You can also get tours of the Capital and White House (not sure about others, but probably).
Let me know if you have any questions - I'd be happy to answer them!
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09/22/2006 01:00:39 PM · #4 |
Do not miss the Viet Nam Memorial. It will make you go silent and send chills through you. At least it did to me.
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09/22/2006 01:03:46 PM · #5 |
| Nice shots! never been to DC,makes me wanna visit! |
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09/22/2006 01:46:55 PM · #6 |
Thanks everyone. Matt, great pictures! Silly question, will the fountains be working in November? I know in Ottawa they drain them for the winter.
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