Pictorial Souvenir of Washington D.C. Highsmith, Carol M. and Landphair, Ted

A visual love letter to the nation's capital, this souvenir guide pairs Carol Highsmith's striking photography with Ted Landphair's storytelling to capture Washington D.C. beyond the postcard clichés. From the marble monuments everyone knows to hidden corners tourists often miss, it's both a practical companion for first-time visitors and a nostalgic keepsake for anyone who's walked the National Mall at dusk. Highsmith's lens finds beauty in the city's grand neoclassical architecture and its quieter moments — early morning light on the Tidal Basin, shadows across the Supreme Court steps. Landphair adds historical context and local color without drowning you in dates. Whether you're planning a trip or reminiscing about one, this is Washington as it deserves to be seen: iconic, yes, but also intimate.