Washington, DC Metro track work information is available to help visitors and riders plan ahead for weekend travel changes. Metro is investing in the reconstruction of its Metrorail system, and track work is expected on most weekends. Weekly updates are provided to inform travelers which lines are affected. This is a weekly press release provided […]
Events and Programs at the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Events and Programs at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington DC Programs are free and open to the public unless ticket information is noted. Art Talks and Activities Conversation Pieces Wednesday, January 8, 6 p.m. Want to deepen your understanding and appreciation of contemporary art? Join Joanna Marsh, SAAM’s Deputy Education Chair, Head of […]
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC Happy New Year! Make the most of 2020 with dynamic exhibitions, ice skating, shopping, lectures, films, concerts, and more! The Gallery is closed on New Year’s Day and reopens on January 2. Now on View By the Light of the Silvery Moon: A Century […]
Events and Programs at Tudor Place
Events and Programs at Tudor Place in Washington DC Regular Guided Tours House shown by guided tour, offered hourly. Advance booking advised for weekends, peak periods like summer and school holidays, and Washington Dollar Days (February). Book online up to 1 hour before tour time, or call 202.965.0400. Walk-ins are welcome as space permits, with […]
Celebrate the Holidays at George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Fireworks, Candlelight Tours, and More Specialty Programming November 29 – December 31, 2019 Christmas past meets Christmas present at George Washington’s estate: from November 29 through December 31, visitors of all ages can tour the Mansion, watch 18th-century demonstrations, and hear stories of Christmases past from costumed characters. Special Events: Mount Vernon by Candlelight (evening […]
Farewell Celebration for Giant Panda Bei Bei
What: “Bye Bye, Bei Bei” (BAY-BAY,) a series of online and on-site celebratory events to bid a fond farewell to giant panda Bei Bei before he departs for China. When: Nov. 11 to Nov. 18, 2019Complete schedule of online and onsite events: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/events/bye-bye-bei-bei Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.Zoo staff available for individual […]
Veterans Day Events in Washington DC
Veterans Day is a national holiday to honor Veterans of the armed forces of the United States. In Washington, DC there are several wreath-laying ceremonies and other events in honor of these veterans. Wreath-Laying Ceremonies Arlington National Cemetery November 11 11:00 am Veterans Day wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns followed by a ceremony inside the Memorial Amphitheater, […]
Mayor Bowser Announces District’s Plans to Support the 2019 Nationals Championship Parade
Congratulations Nationals, World Series champions! 2019 Nationals Championship ParadeSaturday, November 2, 20192pm – 5pm The following is a press release from the Office of the Mayor: The #SportsCapital will host a parade to celebrate the Washington Nationals’ World Series victory! The 2019 Nationals Championship Parade is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, at 2 pm. The […]
Events and Programs at the National Museum of African American History and Culture
Events and Programs at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC. November Programming Lectures & Discussion: Is Womanist To Feminist As Purple Is To Lavender?: African American Women Writers and Scholars Discuss Feminism Saturday, Nov. 2; 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Oprah Winfrey Theater) Inspired by Alice Walker’s expression on feminism, Is Womanist […]
2019 World Series Information for Washington, DC
Congratulations Nationals, World Series champions! 2019 Nationals Championship ParadeSaturday, November 2, 20192pm – 5pm The following is a press release from the Office of the Mayor: “After a historic season, our Washington Nationals will host the World Series in the #SportsCapital for the first time in 85 years!” said Mayor Muriel Bowser. “Nationals fans are […]