Upcoming Events at Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens Fall Wine Festival October 6-8, 2023 At our Fall Wine Festival, taste unlimited samples from Virginia wineries after hours at George Washington’s estate. Members get discounted tickets to the wine festival and other Mount Vernon events. More information… ————— Fall Plant & Garden Sale October 7, 2023Shop for seasonal color […]
Washington DC Events
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Programming at the National Museum of African American History and Culture
Afrofuturism and HBCUs Highlight October Programming at the National Museum of African American History and Culture The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the “Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures” exhibition series in October. Throughout the month, visitors can participate in Afrofuturism-themed programs, activities […]
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art
Exhibits and Programs at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC 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 […]
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. September […]
Events and Programs at Tudor Place
Events and Programs at Tudor Place in Washington DC Landmark Lecture Series 2023 Inclusivity and Interpreting Enslaved Individuals at Tudor Place Tuesday, September 12, 2023 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Join Tudor Place Curator Robert DeHart and Archivist Haley Wilkinson who will share how recent research has affected the way slavery is included in site […]
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 The U.S. Army Military District of Washington will conduct […]
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 Unknown Soldier. More information… Vietnam Veterans Memorial November 11 […]
International Spy Museum Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events SpyCast Baseball & Espionage Calling all Washington Nationals fans – in case you missed it, SpyCast, the Spy Museum’s podcast, put out a special episode featuring World Series Champion Ryan Zimmerman. Listen ——————— 16th Annual Parade of Trabants Saturday, November 5, 2022 Celebrating the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, we’re hosting […]
Programs and Events at President Lincoln’s Cottage
Programs at President Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington DC Homecoming at President Lincoln’s Cottage September 17, 2022 During the Civil War, the Lincoln family called the Cottage home. On September 17, 2022, we welcome everyone to enjoy the grounds with a full day of racing and family fun at Homecoming! Highlights include our morning Freedom 5K race followed […]
“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 […]