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The best-researched plantation in the country regarding its slave past. This exhibit is a strong indication of how the Smithsonian's future African American museum will handle the reality and legacy of American slavery. National Museum of American History - Smithsonian Institution 14th Street and Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

Changing displays of historic and natural treasures from around the world. National Geographic Museum 1145 17th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-857-7588

A collection of objects from Mexico's cultural past and present. Mexican Cultural Institute 2829 16th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-728-1628

Artworks by renowned female artists. National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Ave. NW, Washington, DC | 202-783-5000

Learn about the history of buildings and their environmental impact National Building Museum 401 F St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-272-2448

A collection of Shakespeare materials and other rare Renaissance books, manuscripts and works of art. Folger Shakespeare Library 201 East Capitol St. SE, Washington, DC | 202-544-4600

A collection of fine and decorative arts, rare books and manuscripts Evergreen House 4545 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD

Live animals, fossils and displays teach about maritime life in the Chesapeake Bay. Calvert Marine Museum 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons, MD | 410-326-2042

Paintings, drawings and prints by key figures in American and European art. Academy Art Museum 106 South St., Easton, MD | 410-822-2787

More than 23,000 pieces of art from cultures all over the world, including noteworthy collections of Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modern and Contemporary American, French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 200 North Boulevard, Richmond, VA | 804-340-1400