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Upcoming Events in Washington, DC Area
Event Information Provided by Washington, DC Convention & Tourism Corporation
Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor
Date: January 1 - March 31, 2010
Description: Soldiers. Charioteers. Archers. Musicians. Generals. Acrobats. Nearly 2,000 years ago, thousands of life-size clay figures were buried in massive underground pits to accompany China's first emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, into the afterlife. Their discovery outside the city of Xi'an in 1974 is one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century.
Now, you can stand face-to-face with these terra cotta warriors. In November 2009, National Geographic Museum will host Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China’s First Emperor, an exhibition featuring treasures from the tomb complex including 15 life-size figures, weapons, armor, coins, and more. Don't miss this chance to see the largest collection of significant artifacts from China ever to travel to the United States
Location: 1145 17th St. NW
Metro Stop: Farragut West
Admission: See Website
More information: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/terracottawarriors/
Event Producer: National Geographic Society - Museum at Explorers Hall
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5th Annual SunTrust National Marathon and Half Marathon
Date: March 20, 2010
Description: In Washington, D.C., our nation's capital, history has been in the making for over 200 years. The only question now is how long will it take you? Alongside the National Mall and through Washington's historic corridors, past Washington, Lincoln and Jefferson, and along the Potomac River, make Washington, D.C. your marathon or half-marathon destination this spring. Whether it is for 13.1 or 26.2 miles, we invite you to celebrate the culture and history of our nation's capital as you prepare for a monumental destination in the heart of the United States of America. Register online and start training to make the SunTrust National Marathon and Half Marathon your destination in 2010. The field is limited to the first 12,000 marathon entries, so register TODAY! You must have a qualifying time PRIOR to registering for either race.
Location: 1725 I Street N.W.
Metro Stop: Stadium-Amory
Phone: 1-866-RUN-0262
More information: www.nationalmarathon.com
Event Producer: Greater Washington Sports Alliance
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National Cherry Blossom Festival
Date: March 27 - April 11, 2010
Description: Washington, DC's annual National Cherry Blossom Festival® is a celebration of the coming of spring and commemorates the gift of 3,000 cherry trees given to the U.S. by Tokyo mayor, Yukio Ozaki in 1912.
The two-week festival includes many cultural, sporting and culinary events. This year on Saturday, April 4
(to not coincide with Easter), Southwest Airlines presents the Parade of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. The Parade showcases entries from across the country and around the world, including marching bands, Cherry blossom queens from the US and Japan, giant balloons, floats, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival AllStarTap Dance Team & Youth Choir.
Immediately following the parade is the Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival presented by the Japan-America Society of Washington, DC presenting over 80 organizations highlighting Japanese performances, arts, crafts and food.
To get around to different performances and events happening during the festival, be sure to catch Metro for easy transportation.
More information: nationalcherryblossomfestival.org
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