Washington Does Everything in a Big Way

Beautiful scenery. Serious nightlife. Fun from the incredible sunrise to sunset—and beyond. Washington, D.C. is our destination central for The AMS Users’ Group 33rd National Conference. And a favorite of so many people—for so many reasons.

Washington does everything in a big way. If you’ve never been—or haven’t been in a while—you’ll be amazed by what you see. We’re talking world-class hotels, five-star restaurants and all the creature comforts you could want.

The National Harbor, home to the beautiful Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, brings a new level of entertainment to the Washington area. From the nightly waterfront light show to seasonal concerts, National Harbor offers spectacular and elaborate ways to be entertained. You'll also find yourself pausing to enjoy performers and musicians that keep the energy alive on the streets of National Harbor both day and night.

In addition to dining and shopping, you'll find dancing, a comedy club, bowling, billiards and live music. The Gaylord National is also home to a special nightclub, Pose Ultra Lounge, atop the hotel, providing sweeping views of Washington, D.C. and Virginia.

Old Town in Alexandria is across the harbor, a brief 30 minute water taxi ride away and home to over 55 restaurants.

The Tantallon Country Club - Preferred Golf Course of Gaylord National is named for a 14th-century castle in the North of Scotland, this impressive Ted Robinson-designed course—in fact, his only east-coast design—elegantly achieves the architect’s three main objectives: flexibility, memorability and natural beauty. Test your skills on the par-3, Hole 15, with its three-tiered green, then take in an inspiring view of the Washington Monument from Number 16. Open daily from 8:00 am to dusk. Green Fees are $75 per person and includes the golf cart and unlimited range balls. Mention The AMS Users’ Group National Conference at Gaylord to receive a discount. To schedule your tee time, please contact Michael Schulz, at (301) 292-1100 ext. 102.

We look forward to seeing you there!

ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA BY WATER TAXI
WATER TAXI - $14 ROUNDTRIP Departs Gaylord National on the hour. Returns from Alexandria on the half hour. Explore Old Town, Visit the Shops and dine in one of 55 restaurants.

AMERICAN INDIAN MUSEUM, GEORGE GUSTAV HEYE CENTER (It’s New!)
Open daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Thursdays open until 8:00 p.m.

GEORGETOWN
Water Taxi - $28 Round Trip (Thurs.) $30 – Round Trip (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

MT. VERNON via Water Taxi from the Gaylord National Dock
Water Taxi Fee – Round Trip - $38
Admission Tickets to Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
Adults - $13.00
Senior Citizens, age 62 and above (with identification) - $12.00
Youth ages 6 through 11 (accompanied by an adult) - $6.00
Children ages 5 and under (accompanied by an adult) – FREE

Mount Vernon is open seven days a week, every day of the year, including holidays and Christmas. Every child ticket purchase includes a * FREE * Adventure Map of Mount Vernon to inform and entertain! Special events and seasonal activities re-create the bustle of 18th-century life.

NATIONAL MALL (‘The Mall’)
Mall Attractions
US Capitol
National Gallery of Art
National Museum of the American Indian
National Air and Space Museum
National Museum of Natural History
Hirshhorn Museum
Smithsonian Castle
National Museum of American History
Washington Monument
World War II Memorial
Vietnam Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
Near the Tidal Basin:
Jefferson Memorial
Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial

NATIONAL ZOO
November 1-March 31:
Buildings Open: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Grounds: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM
Open: 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. every day including weekends
Closed: Only on Yom Kippur (October 9, 2008) and Christmas Day (December 25)

Exhibitions and Museum Shop: 10:00 a.m. - 5:20 p.m.
Library: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Closed all Federal Holidays)
Archives: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday (Closed all Federal Holidays)
Pass Desk: 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Museum Café: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

BEFORE YOUR VISIT
The Visitor's Guide and Permanent Exhibition Guide may be helpful to you in planning your visit to the Museum. On the day of your visit, please also check at the Information Desk, in the center of the Hall of Witness on the First Floor, for a listing of daily program offerings.

100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW
Washington, DC 20024–2126
Main telephone: (202) 488–0400
TTY: (202) 488–0406

VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL
Deliberately setting aside the controversies of the war, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who served when their Nation called upon them. The designer, Maya Lin, felt that “the politics had eclipsed the veterans, their service and their lives.” She kept the design elegantly simple to “allow everyone to respond and remember.”

The public may visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial 24 hours a day. However Rangers are on duty to answer questions from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. daily.

WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL
Honoring the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died and all who supported the war effort from home. Symbolic of the defining event of the 20th Century, the memorial is a monument to the spirit, sacrifice and commitment of the American people. The Second World War is the only 20th Century event commemorated on the National Mall’s central axis. It is located on 17th Street, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, and is flanked by the Washington Monument to the east and the Lincoln Memorial to the west. Open to visitors 24 hours a day, seven days a week.