"A must-see Smithsonian highlight focused on African American history and culture; while admission is free, popularity means advanced booking is often necessary, and visiting outside peak tourist months will make for a more relaxed experience." - Nicholas DeRenzo Nicholas DeRenzo Nicholas DeRenzo knows where to eat, stay, and play in almost any locale. A travel writer and editor, he has contributed articles to Condé Nast Traveler, BBC Travel, Travel + Leisure, New York magazine, The New York Times, and Sunset. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines