Congratulations, you successfully made it to the last day of the work week.
Don’t get too excited just yet, the weekend will come soon enough for you but maybe your best bet is to take it easy tonight. We have put together a few things to help you do just that, because in this edition of Dollars and Sense, we have a few things that you can do that are completely free of charge if you are in the Washington D.C. area.
If you plan on visiting the area anytime soon, make sure you keep our suggestions in mind. Check it out below!
Visit The National Museum of the American Indian
Experience culture at the National Museum of the American Indian, where free programming from storytelling and dance festivals to music performances by Native composers and classical musicians is available to audiences of all ages. You can also enjoy the Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe & the Museum Stores while you are there. Don’ worry about paying to get in because there is free admission and the museum is open daily from 10 am – 5:30 pm
Address:
4th St. & Independence Ave. SW
Washington,DC 20013
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Tour The Bureau of Engraving and Printing
If you ever wanted to know here your money came from, you can literally see it being made at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. You’ll see millions of dollars being printed during a tour of the BEP. The tour features the various steps of currency production, beginning with large, blank sheets of paper, and ending with wallet-ready bills! Guess they felt bad charging anyone for the tour since they are the ones printing all of the country’s money.
Address:
14th and C Streets, S.W.
Washington, DC 20228
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Financial Tip Of The Day
Drink More Water
Not only does drinking plenty of water have great health benefits, water drinking has financial benefits, too. Drink a big glass of water before each meal, and not only will you digest it better, you won’t eat as much, saving on the ol’ food bill. You’ll also find yourself feeling a bit better as you begin to get adequately hydrated (most Americans are perpetually somewhat dehydrated).
