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 […]
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 […]
First Ever Clouded Leopard Cubs Debut at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo
The following is a press release from the National Zoo in Washington, DC: For the first time, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo is home to rare clouded leopard cubs. The two cubs are the newest residents on the Zoo’s Asia Trail and made their public debut Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019. The Zoo has been home to […]
Take the Kids Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon
Trick-or-Treating at Mount Vernon October 26, 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Participate in a special scavenger hunt, take a wagon ride, and create a boo-tiful Halloween craft during this unforgettable evening. Watch wool carding and spinning, historic chocolate-making, and fishnet making demonstrations in the historic area. In order to burn off all of the extra […]
Fun Fall Events at George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Celebrate the fall season with a wide array of events for all ages at George Washington’s home. New this year: the George Washington Whiskey Festival, trick-or-treating for dogs, and much more! Ford Evening Book Talk: Joanne B. Freeman October 3, 2019 7 p.m. Mount Vernon welcomes author Joanne B. Freeman to the Robert H. and […]
Saturday Morning Live! At the National
The National Theatre announced the fall line-up for its perennially popular family programming series SATURDAY MORNING LIVE! AT THE NATIONAL. The series, previously “Saturday Morning at The National,” will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2020. Twelve wide-ranging programs celebrating beloved children’s classics, the world in which we live, and more will delight and enlighten families and […]
All Day Walk-Up Entry on Weekdays Begins Sept. 2 at the National Museum of African American History and Culture
Beginning Monday, Sept. 2, 2019 (Labor Day), visitors to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture will not need a pass to enter the museum on weekdays. Visitors may enter the museum on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 10 a.m. every Monday through Friday through February 2020. More information is available […]