I was looking for something to do in Baltimore with my little sister before she moves to Dallas and stumbled upon Sagamore Spirit.  It is a whiskey distillery that offers distillery tours and whiskey tastings.  The tickets are $20 and can be booked in advance online.  We had way more fun than I expected.  It was cool to learn about the whiskey making process and what makes their brand unique.  Our tour guide was also dope which made it so much more interesting.  After the tour, they take you into their cute little tasting room so you can try the different whiskies. I really liked the Rum Cask Finish Rye Whiskey.  They also have can cocktails.  During the pandemic, they partnered with a local bartender group to create these cocktails.  I purchased some of the Black Eyed Rye to take home.  It gives me a mule vibe because of the lime and ginger beer.  They also have craft your own cocktails, brunch and other cocktail events. 

Tickets/info: www.sagamorespirit.com
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Location: 301 E Cromwell St, Baltimore, MD.  
They are doing construction so your GPS might not take you there directly.  Follow the signs to the distillery. 

You have to check out this black owned bakery in Bowie.  Its a super cute bakery that specializes in cupcakes, cakes, donuts, macaroons and milkshakes.  When I saw the milkshake, I knew I had to get one.  I got the unicorn insane milkshake that came stacked with a donut, macaroon and marshmallows.  Disclaimer, I did not eat all of it.  I can't wait to go back and try more desserts.

​Location: 15480 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD

You already know Artechouse is a favorite.  I've featured this location on the blog several times.  I love immersive experiences and they change their installation every couple of months.  Their newest installation is Pixelbloom which is a cherry blossom theme.  You know how DC is this time of year...everything is about the cherry blossoms.  I enjoyed this installation.  The art and music definitely brings about a sense of serenity.  I am also very happy that their bar is open again.  Definitely recommend one of their interactive craft cocktails. If you download the Artechouse, the 3-D technology brings your drink to life.  Tix are $25 and can be purchased at artechouse.com.  Insider tip: They offer a $5 discount for DMV residents.

Location: 1238 Maryland Ave, SW

There is limited street parking, but the Oriental parking garage is available or public parking.
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The Hirshhorn recently acquired 2 infinity rooms from the infamous artist Yayoi Kusama and they are finally ready to be on display. Yayoi Kusama exhibit at the Hirshhorn is finally opening to the public on April 1st. Same day timed passes will be made available starting at 9:30am. I was able to preview the exhibit in December with my museum membership. If you visited the museum the last time the artist was featured, then you can expect the lines for passes to be long but if you are a fan of her work then it is worth it.

You know that building off of 495 that everyone calls Disney World?  Well yea, the DC Temple is hosting temple tours.  Open to the public for the first time in 50 years, experience this once in a lifetime opportunity to tour the temple.  The tour is free but you must have a ticket to park.  Reserve your ticket here: dctemple.org

Anyone who really knows me knows that I love F.R.I.E.N.D.S. I actually posted about this exhibit when it was first in New York, but never made it to the exhibit so I was hype when I found out they were coming to DC.  I immediately purchased my ticket and was super hype to go.  

I loved everything about this exhibit.  They have you play a game of trivia before you enter to show who the true fans are.  They have different sets that actually looked authentic, costumes and props from the show. The staff were really into as well and offered to take pictures so that you could really feel like a part of the set.  It wasn't super crowded so you had time to engage in the sets and take photos without feeling rushed.

The exhibit is located at 1025 F St NW, WDC (the old Forever 21). Tickets are $42 and can be purchased here: The Friends Experience DC

Artechouse is back with a new exhibit called Life of a Neuron. The immersive exhibit allows you to experience a neuron from pre-birth to death. This exhibit will be featured through November 28th. Tix are available here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/artechouse/items/325866/calendar/2021/09/?full-items=yes&back=https://www.artechouse.com/program/life-of-a-neuron/

Across from Tiger Fork is a hidden speakeasy called Never Looked Better. Enter through the gray door into a dark cocktail bar decorated with swanky decor and neon lights. The venue and vibe I’m definitely for. The bar menu was just ok. I expected more craft cocktails, especially since they were $12-16. They do have happy hour 4pm-7pm which is $2 off. Definitely worth the experience. It would make a fun girls night or before dinner drinks with bae. Unlike most of DC, reservations are not required. I went on a weeknight and it wasn’t packed but I heard there’s a line on weekends.

​📍130 Blagden Alley NW, WDC

Ok, so these selfie museums are becoming a real thing.  They are literally popping up all over the DMV.  Selfie Wrld NOVA was super dope and I can attest to that, but here are a few more to check out.

Vybe Selfie Museum
​📍2700 Potomac Mills Circle, Woodbridge, VA
📍13895 Hedgewood Dr, Woodbridge, VA
​www.vybeselfiemuseum.com

Lights Camera Selfie Gallery
📍 11110 Mall Circle, Waldorf, MD
​www.lightscameraselfiegallery.com

The Muse Box Selfie Museum
📍 6800 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD
​www.themuseboxmd.com

I’ve been dying to check out the sunflower maze and it is finally open for the season. My cousin Britt’s favorite flower was sunflowers and I’ve become a fan of them since she passed away. Gold Petal Farms has 2 locations in Southern Maryland. Not sure which one I’m going to yet but I’m probably going to also visit a winery down there to make a day of it. Gold Petal Farms also have a Virginia Beach location for my 757 folks to pick your own 🌻 . For deets, check out www.goldpetalfarms.com

📍 37260 Manor Road, Chaptico, MD
📍25120 Colton Point Road, Morganza, MD
​📍2655 Seaboard Rd, Virginia Beach, VA