I want to buy some souvenirs for my friends, something that will represent DC very well. I'm thinking about the typical things: mugs, magnets, scarves, key chains, etc. Internet is offering me stores such as "Abe's Gifts DC", or "Washington Welcome Center", but I thought maybe there's something locals know better. Any advice is appreciated, thank you!

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alizadk t1_iy2izby wrote on November 28, 2022 at 6:30 AM

For trinkets, both of those are good, and probably what you're looking for. If you want something actually made in DC, Shop Made In DC is the store. Steadfast Supply is also good.

Raccoon_2020 OP t1_iy2kkvu wrote on November 28, 2022 at 6:50 AM

The two stores I listed are pretty good! I just wanted to make sure I didn’t miss anything, it’s always better to ask and get another advice:) Thank you for response!

keyjan t1_iy3sxbu wrote on November 28, 2022 at 3:21 PM

There is a holiday market in front of the portrait gallery with lots of D.C. themed and locally made items.

Gift shop in the Building Museum is good, too.

BourbonCoug t1_iy2nj6a wrote on November 28, 2022 at 7:29 AM

For souvenirs, take a look at White House Gifts. Might be on the pricier side compared to other souvenir stores but from what I remember (pre-pandemic) they had the best selection compared to the other few stores I visited.

I also really like the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Gift Shop.

ladykensington t1_iy372uc wrote on November 28, 2022 at 12:05 PM

Politics & Prose.

runner7575 t1_iy3cfyk wrote on November 28, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Check out Urban Dwell

the_mr_walrus t1_iy3kl9g wrote on November 28, 2022 at 2:17 PM

Library of Congress

meditation_account t1_iy3t8qt wrote on November 28, 2022 at 3:23 PM

The best souvenirs from DC come out during the Cherry Blossom Festival. You can buy the souvenirs online https://www.ncbfstore.org/

toorigged2fail t1_iy452jf wrote on November 28, 2022 at 4:47 PM

Literally anything in the Pentagon City Mall.

...kidding, but not kidding