Upcoming Events at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens Only the Clothes on Her Back Free Ford Evening Book Talk August 4, 2022 Only the Clothes on Her Backuncovers practices that made textiles—clothing, cloth, bedding, and accessories, such as shoes and hats—a unique form of property that people without rights could own and exchange. More information… […]
Washington DC Events
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National Gallery of Art: At Home and In Person
The National Gallery of Art Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission is always free. Passes are not required. Bring the whole family to explore exhibitions currently on view and grab coffee beverages from the newly redesigned Garden Café. Viewing from home? Enjoy a variety of virtual programs, including our newest talks. East Building is […]
“Innovations in Flight” Event Returns to Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum
The National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center will host its annual “Innovations in Flight Outdoor Aviation Display,” Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors will be able to view over 50 vintage, modern and commercial aircraft that will fly in for the day and be on display outside the museum. Aircraft […]
Programming at the National Museum of African American History and Culture
The Taste, Sounds and Experiences of Juneteenth Are Celebrated With an Array of Events at the National Museum of African American History and Culture The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American and History (NMAAHC) will host a variety of virtual and in-person events and programs highlighting the experiences of African American Juneteenth celebrations. Also known […]
Programs at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery
Virtual and In-Person Programs at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery in Washington DC Join us for upcoming virtual and in-person programs. Enjoy American art no matter where you are. Please see each program listing for details; registration is required via Eventbrite. Programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. June […]
Events at the National Children’s Museum
Let’s Celebrate! Drum roll please…National Children’s Museum is now open on Mondays! In other words, we are open 6 days a week, and right in time for summer fun! Kick off your week with us to make Monday a little less…Monday. What’s Happening June’s theme: electric circuitsIn June, we’re excited to dive into electric circuits! […]
Harlem Fine Arts Show, June 10-12 at the Marriott Marquis
The Harlem Fine Arts Show features over 2,000 works from around the globe and special collection paying tribute to Juneteenth Harlem Fine Arts Show (HFAS), the largest traveling Diasporic art show in the country, returns to the Nation’s Capital on Friday, June 10th through Sunday, June 12th at the Marriott Marquis, 901 Massachusetts Ave NW […]
Events at the Smithsonian Arts & Industries Building
Events at the Smithsonian Arts & Industries Building in Washington, DC. Located on the National Mall, open daily, and free to the public.
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden: Events, Online Resources, Garden Visits
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden Opens March 3 Tudor Place is currently closed for our annual month long closure for cleaning & maintenance of the historic house. Upcoming Events Behind the Canvas with Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell February 22, 2022 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. | via Zoom!Look behind the canvas at Peter’s meticulously accurate images […]
99th National Christmas Tree Lighting at President’s Park
The following is a press release from the National Park Service (NPS): WASHINGTON, DC – Start your 2021 holiday season with the 99th National Christmas Tree Lighting! This beloved American tradition, presented by the National Park Service (NPS) and National Park Foundation (NPF), features musical performances and the official lighting of the National Christmas Tree on the Ellipse in President’s Park. This year, the ceremony and official lighting will take place on Thursday, […]