July 2006 Trip to the Washington, D.C., Area


In July 2006, I was able to take a trip to the Washington, D.C., area with the American Meteorological Society to visit various atmospheric science organizations. I also had a little free time in the District, and saw some of the area's attractions.

Department of the Treasury.

Department of Justice.

Outside the Library of Congress building.

Spectacular designs and architecture inside the Library of Congress.

The Capitol dome from near the Library of Congress.

Outside the Capitol building while waiting for security.

View from our lunch site, including the area around the Washington Monument.

The White House at night.

The World War II Memorial at night, with the Lincoln Memorial in the background.

The Lincoln Memorial.

Sign for the National Christmas Tree.

Evening view of the Washington Monument.