US Botanic Garden Christmas Decor

Last week we stopped in the US Botanic Garden to see the Christmas Trains and the Roadside Attractions. We usually visit on our morning walk because it is less busy. Typically the line to get in can be a few blocks long this time of year - especially with school groups and bus tours! The train exhibit is always lovely. We didn't spend enough time there and plan to go back again. But before we left we walked around the main lobby area to check out the monuments that are made out of plant material, mixed in with the Christmas trees and fountain. The newest addition is the Smithsonian African American Museum. I don't remember ever seeing the Albert Einstein sculpture before. All the traditional landmarks were visible and surrounded by Christmas and seasonal plants. It doesn't matter when we visit the garden. It is always such a great experience to stroll around the several distinctly different sections. We have been coming here long before we moved to DC and walk through the exterior gardens almost every day. But the Christmas season seems to be the busiest. Once you see it you'll understand why.