The National Aquarium in Washington, DC extended a warm, watery welcome to the anticipated millions traveling to the nation’s capital to attend inaugural festivities for President-elect Barack Obama. All in one location, the Aquarium offers a unique opportunity to uncover “America’s Aquatic Treasures” from the reefs off of the Golden Gate Bridge to the majestic Mississippi River to the Florida Keys. Located just one block from the Washington Monument, the nation’s oldest Aquarium is a must-see attraction that offers a 45-minute relaxing, family-friendly experience for an affordable price.