Capitol Collectibles

Fantastic products from D.C.

1 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN SHOP
DREAM CATCHER
This Smithsonian museum gives a comprehensive look at the nation’s earliest settlers and the shop employs Native crafters. This dream catcher promises to catch any negative energy before it can disturb your restful, happy sleep. $8, www.nmai.si.edu

2 UNCLE BRUTHA’S GOURMET HOT SAUCES
FIRE SAUCE NO. 9 AND 10
Amid the monuments, it’s easy to miss out on D.C.’s down-home flavor. Uncle Brutha’s Hot Sauce shows Washingtonians can bring the heat. These garlic-infused sauces are the tastiest souvenirs in town. $7 EACH, www.unclebrutha.com

3 INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM STORE
USB HEATER MUG
If you have ever asked, “Why isn’t there a gadget for this?” head over to the shop at the International Spy Museum, which takes care of quandaries like how to keep your coffee warm. This mug plugs into your computer’s USB port for hot drinks all day. $20, www.spymuseum.org

4 APARTMENT ZERO
SALVIATI PORT WINE GLASSES
Young lobbyists and Capitol Hill honchos all furnish their homes from this shop. It’s one of the only places to get Salviati crystal. These glasses will impress your friends and remind you of the Capitol every time you take a sip.$210 FOR SET OF SIX www.apartmentzero.com