Mount Vernon’s Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour celebrates the history of wine in Virginia with exclusive evening tours of the Mansion and cellar, appearances by “George and Martha Washington”, and live jazz on the east lawn overlooking the scenic Potomac River. Visitors can bring a blanket and relax on the lawn as they sample wines from 20 […]
Public Screening: “Good Work: Masters of the Building Arts” at the National Cathedral
Academy Award-winning directors Marjorie Hunt and Paul Wagner reunite for Good Work: Masters of the Building Arts, a film showcasing American artisans in the building trades, including four with hands-on experience at Washington National Cathedral. Join us for a free screening of Good Work on Thursday, March 23, at 7 p.m. at Washington National Cathedral, followed by a […]
Women’s History Month Family Day at the National Postal Museum
Celebrate Women’s History Month at the National Postal Museum! Learn about all the amazing roles women have played throughout the history of the Postal Service, right up through today! Watch historic printing press demonstrations, play the “Dead Letter Office” game, and participate in a topical scavenger hunt. Visitors can meet a real Postal Inspector and […]
“American Presidents” Will be Closed Until September 22, 2017 for Renovation
It’s Renovation Time for “America’s Presidents” “America’s Presidents” is getting a new look! The exhibition space will close for renovation February 26, 2017 and will reopen September 22, 2017 at the National Portrait Gallery. From March 24 through September 4, a temporary installation of “America’s Presidents” will open in the west gallery on the second floor. […]
Valentine’s Day Card Workshop at the National Postal Museum
Nothing delivers love better than a heartfelt and handmade card for your valentine! The Valentine’s Day Card Workshop will have pretty papers, vintage stamps from around the world and lots of other supplies to inspire your creativity as you create one-of-a-kind valentines. Visit the museum’s stamp store to send your cards to your loved ones with […]
Metro Announces Temporary Detour: 2017 March for Life, January 27
The following is a press release from Metro: Friday, January 27, 2017 | 12:00 p.m. until approximately 3:30 p.m. (Updated 1/26/2017) Routes Affected: 30N, 30S, 32, 33, 34, 36, 52, 54, 64, 70, 74, 79, P6, S2 and S4 Due to the 2017 March for Life, routes listed above will detour or shorten. Customers should expect delays and are […]
2017 Inauguration Day Information, January 20, 2017
Washington, DC will swear in the 45th President of the United States on Friday, January 20, 2017. The Inauguration will take place around noon on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. Spectators will be able to view the ceremony on the National Mall. The Inaugural Parade takes place on Pennsylvania Avenue from the U.S. […]
U.S. Capitol Police Announce Prohibited Items for the Presidential Inauguration
The following is a press release from the US Capitol Police: Prohibited Items on Capitol Grounds for 58th Presidential Inauguration To ensure the safety and security of the U.S. Capitol Complex, the following items are prohibited from being brought into the Capitol Buildings and Grounds during Inaugural events. Failure to adhere to these established regulations […]
Metro Service information for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 16, 2017
The following is a press release from Metro: “On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Monday, January 16, Metro service will operate as follows: Metrorail: The rail system will open at 5 a.m. and close at midnight. Trains will operate on a Saturday schedule every 12 minutes with no track work scheduled. Off-peak fares will be in […]
Make a Stop at the Other “White House” During Inauguration Weekend
George Washington’s Mount Vernon Extends Hours and Offers Special Activities George Washington’s Mount Vernon celebrates the next presidential inauguration with special activities for the entire family! From January 19-22, Mount Vernon’s guests, ages 8 and above, will have the unique opportunity to look for clues and solve puzzles in a scavenger hunt that includes variety […]