The following is a press release from the Smithsonian: “The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum will present a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 this July in partnership with the U.S. Department of the Interior and 59 Productions. For three nights—July 16, 17 and 18—a full-sized, 363-foot Saturn V rocket will […]
Washington DC Events
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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 Double Take: One Artwork Two Viewpoints Tuesday, July 9, 6 p.m. Keep the patriotic spirit alive after Independence Day with Joanna Marsh, SAAM’s deputy […]
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC Opening Exhibition By the Light of the Silvery Moon: A Century of Lunar Photographs July 14, 2019–January 5, 2020 West Building, Ground Floor The year 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20, 1969. This exhibition presents some […]
2019 Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Join us for the 2019 Smithsonian Folklife Festival on Saturday, June 29 and Sunday, June 30! This year we celebrate the Social Power of Music and its capacity to entertain, educate, inspire, preserve history, strengthen identity and build community. On Saturday, learn about local music culture with activities at the D.C. Preservation Pop-Up. Stay for […]
Events and Programs at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery
Events and Programs at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington DC Take a Tour Highlights of the National Portrait Gallery Thursday & Friday, Noon Saturday & Sunday, 11:45 a.m. & 3:15 p.m. Docent’s Choice Thursday & Friday, 2:30 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, 1:30 & 4:30 p.m. Featured Programs Conversation Circles Friday, May 31, 2019 10 a.m. […]
Memorial Day Events in Washington DC
Memorial Day is a national holiday to honor the service of our military men and women, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. In Washington, DC there are several wreath-laying ceremonies and other events in honor of these veterans. Wreath-Laying Ceremonies Arlington National Cemetery Wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns followed by a […]
Cultural Tourism DC’s Around the World Embassy Tour, Saturday, May 4, 2019
50 EMBASSIES TO OPEN THEIR DOORS TO THE PUBLIC DURING THE AROUND THE WORLD EMBASSY TOUR Nearly 50 embassies will welcome the public in a cultural exchange like none other at the Around the World Embassy Tour. The event is part of Cultural TourismDC’s Passport DC, a month-long celebration of DC’s international diplomatic community. Visitors […]
Events and Programs at Tudor Place
Events and Programs at Tudor Place in Washington DC April 2019 4th Annual Earth Day Plant Sale & Picnic Sunday, April 28, 2019 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy this once-a-year opportunity to picnic in our historic gardens. Free admission to the gardens; bring lunch and a blanket, and shop our Plant Sale. See you […]
Celebrate the Holidays at George Washington’s Mount Vernon
Festive Christmas Events at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Christmas past meets Christmas present at George Washington’s estate. From November 23 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 December 7 & 8, 5 p.m. […]
Events at the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Events at the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in Washington DC December Maker Mornings: Illuminate Every Saturday in December, 10 am During the darkest month of the year, brighten up your weekends at the Hirshhorn! Makers of all ages are welcome to join us at MAKER MORNINGS: Illuminate as we explore the exhibition Rafael Lozano-Hemmer: […]