• Party with Lincoln for your birthday at one of the unique venues D.C. has to offer.Lincoln Memorial - Washington DC image by Misha Tyukin from Fotolia.com
  
  Featuring historic monuments, museums and the White House, Washington, D.C., is one of the more fascinating places in the U.S. The nation's capital brings together thousands of visitors each year from around the world. Those looking to throw a birthday party in this city will not only have the advantage of prime location at their disposal, but unique venues only found in the D.C. area as well.
  
  

The Museum of Contemporary Art DC (MOCA DC)

• Art is about expression and not your name at MOCA, a non-profit museum that promotes artists who are not in the mainstream, but who display immense artistic talent. Here, you can rent MOCA's main gallery for your social gathering. MOCA's art varies monthly according to theme, so potential party throwers are guaranteed a unique décor for their party. MOCA will also allow you to broadcast your event on the Internet and utilize their audio equipment. Call for prices.
  
  MOCA DC
  
  1054 31st ST NW
  
  Washington, DC 20007
  
  Phone: 202.342.6230
  
  mocadc.org
  
  

National Aquarium, Washington D.C.

• Include the more than 200 species of underwater creatures that call the National Aquarium their home as your party guests. Here, you can throw an environmentally friendly catered party in an underwater-like setting. If you choose to have your party catered, the National Aquarium will serve you and your guests organic food. Guests may also view the aquarium's exhibits free of charge. The National Aquarium can hold up to 350 guests for catered events, but will accommodate smaller birthday parties as well during the day. Call for prices.
  
  National Aquarium in Washington, DC
  
  Commerce Building, Room B-077
  
  14th and Constitution Avenue, NW
  
  Washington, DC 20230
  
  202-482-2782.
  
  nationalaquarium.org
  
  

Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge

• This isn't your grandpa's bowling alley! Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge touts itself as "upscale" bowling complete with martinis and a booming sound system. Lucky Strike hosts both kid and adult parties that include two hours of bowling, shoe rentals, food and drinks (alcohol included in some party packages). Parties accommodate up to 20 people.
  
  Gallery Place
  
  701 7th Street NW
  
  Second Floor
  
  Washington, DC, 20001
  
  202-347-1021
  
  bowlluckystrike.com
  
  

Garrett's Restaurant And Railroad Tavern

• Located in the heart of Georgetown, Garrett's offers a rustic décor and is one of the oldest buildings in the area. Birthday boys and girls can dine on a diverse menu of burgers, nachos, fish and chips and jambalaya. Private parties can be held in one of the restaurant's three rooms, including a glass- enclosed hall. Garrett's charges no room rental fees.
  
  Garrett's Restaurant and Railroad Tavern
  
  3003 M Street N.W.
  
  Washington, DC 20007
  
  202-333-1033
  
  garrettsdc.com