DC Museums and Attractions Offering Shutdown Discounts for Federal Workers - Washingtonian

"Washington may be in the middle of a government shutdown, but some of the area's beloved attractions-including museums and sporting events-are still open to visitors. The Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo will be open through at least Monday, October 6, while the National Arboretum is closed. If you need some distraction from the shutdown, below are museums and other things to do in the DC area offering free or discounted admission."

"International Spy Museum 700 L'Enfant Plaza, SW Federal employees who show government ID at the Spy Museum can get 50 percent off admission throughout the shutdown. Blackout dates and holiday weekends will not apply, but we hope the shutdown doesn't last that long. Lincoln's Cottage140 Rock Creek Church Rd., NW This independent, historic site and museum is offering a discount on tours through the end of October for federal workers."

The Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo will be open through at least Monday, October 6, while the National Arboretum is closed. Several private and independent attractions in the DC area are offering free or discounted admission to federal employees and furloughed workers. The International Spy Museum offers 50 percent off admission to federal employees who show government ID, with blackout dates and holiday weekends excluded. Lincoln's Cottage provides a discount on tours through the end of October and a study that grants free admission to ticketed programs in exchange for a survey. The National Museum of Women in the Arts offers free admission to furloughed federal employees. Alexandria visitor centers provide attraction passes and discounts for federal employees and hotel guests. Planet Word is listed at 925 13th St., NW among area options.

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