S. Dillon Ripley Center

Easily missed

As you wander around the National Mall from one large building museum to another this place has an interesting design, and its worth a look inside as well.

Rich history

Especially for those of us from different ethnic backgrounds it provides an insight into our historical past. Seeing the name 'Ripley' I thought it was a Ripley's believe it or not exhibition. Boy, wa...

Great surprise! Turquoise Mountain

Ducked in to get out of the rain, and made an unexpected discovery! Most the space underground appears to be admin offices, but walked through two great exhibits. Turquoise Mountain looks at the res...

Unexpected discovery

It’s like an underground labyrinth. This unimpressive copper domed kiosk looks like a small town’s welcome center, but do not be fooled. Walk inside, walk down the stairs, walk down some more. Go dow...

Quiet underground space between the museums.

This area connects the Sackler and African Art Smithsonians and has its own exhibition area. While I was there it had a film, hands on, and traditional combination exhibit on Turquoise Mountain and t...