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Official Guide to the Smithsonian

Official Guide to the Smithsonian

by Sharon L. Barry | Robin A. Faitoute | Sarah Grusin | Elizabeth Jones

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2009
  • PAPER
  • 232 PAGES

A brief illustrated guide to the Smithsonian's many museums and the National Zoo. (USE129, $13.99)

Reflections of a Culture Broker, A View from the Smithsonian

Reflections of a Culture Broker, A View from the Smithsonian

by Richard Kurin

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 1997
  • PAPER
  • 320 PAGES

A stimulating examination of "culture brokering" by countries, communities or institutions, by Dr. Richard Kurin, Under Secretary for History, Art and Culture and director of Smithsonian's Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. (USE142, $17.95)

Washington, DC Map

Washington, DC Map

by Borch Maps

  • 2008
  • MAP

A laminated, folded map of the capital at a scale of 1:15,000. (WDC06, $8.95)

 
AIA Guide to the Architecture of Washington D.C.

AIA Guide to the Architecture of Washington D.C.


by Christopher Weeks | Francis Lethbridge

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 307 PAGES

A guide to the architectural landmarks of Washington D.C., originally commissioned by the American Institute of Architects (AIA). It contains descriptions of over 450 structures, organized into 17 walking tours of the city. (USE128, $22.95)

Eyewitness Guide Washington D.C.

Eyewitness Guide Washington D.C.


by Eyewitness Guides

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2011
  • FLEXI-BOUND
  • 240 PAGES

An on-the-ground guide to Washington D.C., featuring color photography, dozens of excellent local maps and a district-by-district synopsis of the city's attractions. Handsome, comprehensive and superb. (WDC07, $23.00)

Fodor's Washington D.C.'s 25 Best

Fodor's Washington D.C.'s 25 Best


by Fodors

  • GUIDEBOOK
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 128 PAGES

A shirt-pocket guide with an excellent pull-out map and essential information on museums, sightseeing, restaurants, shopping, hotels and nightlife. (USS39, $11.99)

America's Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum


by Theresa Slowick

  • ART & ARCHITECTURE
  • 2006
  • HARD COVER
  • 322 PAGES

Commemorating the museum's re-opening in 2006, this magnificent volume puts the works of artists including Edward Hopper, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Nam June Paik at reader's fingertips.With text that illuminates the nation's history through examples of its art--including many rarely displayed pieces from the collection--this is one art book that belongs on every American coffee table. (USA342, $70.00)

Norman Rockwell, A Life

Norman Rockwell, A Life


by Laura Claridge

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 592 PAGES

A provocative biography of the iconic American illustrator, detailing his life and work. (USE348, $16.95)

Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.


by Gore Vidal

  • LITERATURE
  • 2000
  • PAPER
  • 422 PAGES

The sixth installation in Gore Vidal's "Narratives of Empire" historical novel series. This tale of corruption follows the lives of a conservative senator and a newspaper publisher in Washington D.C. (USE130, $18.00)

Air and Space, The National Air and Space Museum Story of Flight


by Andrew L. Chaikin | Sonian Smith

  • SCIENCE
  • 2000
  • PAPER
  • 318 PAGES

A handsome album of the history of aviation and space flight. (GEN145, $29.95)

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