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Washington Monument surrounded by cherry blossoms.

Unique Ways to Experience DC’s Cherry Blossoms

03/04/2025

The blooming of the cherry trees around the Tidal Basin in Washington has come to symbolize the natural beauty of our nation's capital city. The famous trees — a gift from Japan in 1912 — signal Washington's rite of spring with an explosion of life and color that surrounds the Tidal Basin in a sea of pale pink and white blossoms.

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Layered rocky canyon with a blue cloudy sky.

Mark Your Calendars! Fee Free Days in 2025

01/20/2025

The Department of the Interior is committed to ensuring that everyone, no matter their zip code, can access and enjoy the benefits of green spaces and our public lands. With at least one Interior managed site in every state and most metropolitan areas there are many opportunities to get outdoors.

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