Events in DC
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Fri, Sep 4FreeCastle Docent Tours
Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun
A Story Building Workshop with Leah Henderson
Join us for an interactive storybuilding workshop!
We Care
Meet with a Peer Outreach Specialist
Sneaker Scavenger Hunt
There are 23 sneakers hiding in the children's area... find them all and redeem for a prize!
We Care Peer Support Specialist
A Peer support specialist from DCPL's We Care team will be at the Library on Fridays from 10 am to 5pm to offer emotional support and help accessing resources.
Uncle Ty-Rone
A fun-filled ventriloquism, puppets and music stage performance.
Fri, Sep 4FreeStory Time
Stamp your calendar for Story Time! Join us every week for a fresh story, a stroll through the Museum, hands-on postal play, and more. Together, we'll explore mail and all the ways it connects us to people, places, and big ideas. Stop by anytime-whether you stay for one activity
Fri, Sep 4FreeWonderplace
This learning space designed especially for children ages six and under combines age appropriate activities with museum collections and touchable objects to provide a gateway to history and a place to exercise curiosity for the youngest historians. Due to inclement weather, Wonde
Fri, Sep 4FreeSpark!Lab
Spark!Lab is where museum visitors become inventors. The Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation invites children between the ages of 6 and 12 to create, collaborate, explore, test, experiment and invent. Activities for children and families incorporate traditio
Fri, Sep 4Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! Virtual Reality Experience
Step back to 1776 in stunning virtual reality! Experience Gunboat Philadelphia: Save the Revolution! , where you'll discover how thousands of Patriots worked together to thwart a British invasion.
Fri, Sep 4FreeEnid A. Haupt Garden Tour
Take your morning break with us in the garden! Meet one of our knowledgeable volunteers by the tour sign outside the South entrance to the Smithsonian Castle in the Enid A. Haupt Garden. No reservation is required. Tours may be subject to cancellation in the event of inclement we
Friends Book Sale
This Book Sale is hosted by the Friends of Palisades Neighborhood Library. All proceeds benefit the library. They accept donations every Saturday with a maximum of two bags or boxes.
English Conversation Group
A weekly English as a second language (ESL) conversation circle
Fri, Sep 4FreeInteractive Programs
Docents offer interactive programming throughout the museum, in the form of Highlights tours of the museum, gallery spotlight talks, and hands-on cart programs. Tours of the museum's highlights generally take place daily at 10:15 AM and 1 PM. Additional tours may be offered on th
Family Story Time
These 30-minute story times are designed to be enjoyed by all ages.
Computer Basics & NorthStar
In this 2-hour class, you will learn the parts and functions of the computer, the mouse, and the keyboard, as well as the features of the Desktop.
Play Day for Toddlers
Name: Baby & Toddler Play Day Duration: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Purpose: Interaction and emotional/social development among parents, nannies, and toddlers.
Fri, Sep 4FreeBig Moments, Little Stories
Discover the power of storytelling and community through our early learners storytime experience inspired by We Make History ! Through engaging stories, interactive gallery moments, and hands-on activities, children and caregivers will explore how everyday people, neighborhoods,
L'heure du conte
L'heure du conte bilingue en français/anglais. Durée: 20 min. French/English bilingual stories, songs and games. Length: 20 mins.
Story Time - Bilingual Story Time for Children
Join our English & Spanish Story Time
Building Play Time
Play with magna-tiles, legos, and blocks
Strong Start Playgroups
Strong Start is DC’s Early Intervention Program
Getting Started with Canva Pt. 1 (Virtual)
Are you looking to elevate your business flyers, work and school projects, or social media posts? Learn the basics of Canva, an online editing tool you can utilize to step-up your graphic design game.
Baby Toddler Story Time
These 20-30 minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children from birth to three years old.
Fri, Sep 4FreeBetter Together: The Benefits of Learning from One Another
Do primates learn from one another? Did early humans learn in the same way? How can scientists uncover evidence of learning from the past? Come chat with Dr. Elaine Miller to explore the evolution of learning! An expert in evolutionary brain anatomy and function, Dr. Miller will
Chair Yoga with Beth
Chair Yoga for adults of all ages!
Fri, Sep 4FreeTour | Art & Architecture
Explore the architecture of the National Mall's first art museum on this tour of the National Museum of Asian Art's Freer Gallery. Look closely at the West Building's plaza, lobby, and inner courtyard while discovering the Italian architectural influences and design details of th
Gentle Yoga for Seniors
Gentle Yoga will utilize mat and chair poses throughout the class. All poses can be modified with instructor's guidance.
Fri, Sep 4FreeSHOUT
Join our ensemble of performers as they sing, dance, and teach through storytelling. Learn about the ring shout-a powerful practice blending song and rhythmic movement created by enslaved communities in the 1700s and 1800s. They combined various religious practices of Europe and
Fri, Sep 4FreeNature Journaling
Drop by the Enid A. Haupt Garden between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and join Smithsonian Gardens for nature journaling! Nature journaling is an opportunity for visitors to slow down, reflect, and connect to the gardens. This program is designed to foster appreciation and connection to th
Tai Chi
Gentle Tai Chi
Fri, Sep 4FreeCastle Docent Tours
Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun
Fri, Sep 4FreeMeet the Expert: What is This Thing? Discovering the NMAH Collection
When you visit the museum, you may see hundreds or even thousands of objects on display, while millions more live behind the scenes. You can visit all of them online at the museum's website. How do we organize all of that information? How do we help you find what you are interest
Fri, Sep 4FreeMeet the Wheelwoman
Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it b
Fri, Sep 4FreeHighlights Tour
Look for our friendly volunteer at the Information Desk for a 45 minute tour of the highlights of the museum.
Fri, Sep 4FreeTours | Arts of China
Examine the diverse artistic and cultural traditions of one of the world's oldest civilizations in this in-person, docent-led tour. Learn about Chinese artworks such as ritual bronze vessels, calligraphy, brush paintings in ink and color, and exquisite ceramics. Please meet at th
Fri, Sep 4FreeMeditation and Mindfulness
Register to join the sessions . Join a free online guided meditation. In these 30-minute sessions, DC-based meditation teachers lead a variety of mindfulness practices. Friday sessions take inspiration from art in our museum's collections. All are welcome! No previous experience
Friday Movie
Free movies in your neighborhood library
DC Jail Video Visitation
DCPL partners with DC Department of Correction to bring a Video Visitation program.
Fri, Sep 4FreeLifelong Learners: Crown & Thread: A Fabric art workshop with Autumn Spears
Explore the stories from fabrics, textiles and threads in this hands on workshop by local artist, Autumn Spears. Inspired by the idea that textiles can serve as personal and cultural archives, The Shape of Memory, invites us to reflect on a memory or experience that has shaped ou
Fri, Sep 4FreeCastle Docent Tours
Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun
Fri, Sep 4FreeMary Livingston Ripley Garden and Kathrine Dulin Folger Rose Garden Tour
Find moments of peace and inspiration during this tour of the Mary Livingston Ripley Garden and Kathrine Dulin Folger Rose Garden. Explore the new Growing Tomorrow exhibits in each garden with one of our knowledgeable volunteers. The tour meets outside the entrance to the Arts an
Friday Movie
Free movies in your neighborhood library.
Fri, Sep 4FreePermanent Collection Tour
The National Museum of Asian Art has over 46,000 artworks from across Asia. Enjoy some of the finest on a docent-led tour and learn about commonalities and differences in cultures, aesthetics, and ideas.
Fri, Sep 4FreeSHOUT
Join our ensemble of performers as they sing, dance, and teach through storytelling. Learn about the ring shout-a powerful practice blending song and rhythmic movement created by enslaved communities in the 1700s and 1800s. They combined various religious practices of Europe and
Fri, Sep 4FreeMeet the Wheelwoman
Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it b
Fri, Sep 4FreeSHOUT
Join our ensemble of performers as they sing, dance, and teach through storytelling. Learn about the ring shout-a powerful practice blending song and rhythmic movement created by enslaved communities in the 1700s and 1800s. They combined various religious practices of Europe and
Fri, Sep 4FreeHighlights Tour
Look for our friendly volunteer at the Information Desk for a 45 minute tour of the highlights of the museum.
Friends of Tenley Library Book Sale
Join the Friends of Tenley Library to shop a range of donated titles with proceeds supporting the library.
Fri, Sep 4FreeTours | Arts Across Asia
Enjoy a guided tour of our East Building and its range of exhibitions. These tours can feature art from any of the exhibitions currently on view, with works from cultures as diverse as ancient Iran to contemporary Japan. Please meet at the East Building, B1 Lobby for the tour. Im
Fri, Sep 4FreeHighlights Tour
Look for our friendly volunteer at the Information Desk for a 45 minute tour of the highlights of the museum.
Fri, Sep 4FreeMeet the Expert: Celestial Navigation
Stop by this informal session to meet curator Kristen Frederick-Frost and learn about celestial navigation in the time of the Revolutionary War.
Fri, Sep 4FreeMeet the Wheelwoman
Meet a cyclist pursuing Life, Liberty, and Happiness in the rapidly changing world of the 1890s. The explosive popularity of the safety bicycle at the turn of the century led to more personal mobility and independence for women, empowering them to advocate for change-whether it b
Here's the Stitchuation!
Looking for a relaxing and creative way to spend your time? Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just getting started, our Stitching Group is the perfect place to connect, create, and unwind.
Baby Lap Time
Join us for stories, rhymes and songs for babies from birth until they begin walking!
Fri, Sep 4FreeCastle Docent Tours
Join us for an outdoor tour of the first two buildings in the Smithsonian Institution, the Smithsonian Castle and the Arts & Industries Building! Meet one of our volunteer docents by the sign outside of the north doors of the Castle, on Jefferson Drive, SW. Tours subject to volun
Fri, Sep 4FreeSpotlight Talk: Vishnu's Cosmic Ocean
Catch a twenty-minute gallery talk about the largest bronze ever cast in Southeast Asia in Vishnu's Cosmic Ocean . At nearly twenty feet, this newly conserved sculpture depicts Vishnu dreaming the universe into existence. Delve into its original context in ancient Angkor and the
Teen Gaming
Do you like playing video games? Then come out to our gaming hour at MLK, where you have a chance to relax and show off your skills.
Fri, Sep 4FreePrinting Press Demonstration
In the years leading up to the Revolution, cartoons, newspapers, broadsides, and pamphlets created by patriots like Benjamin Franklin, Paul Revere, and Thomas Paine helped unsettle American loyalty to King George III and fueled the colonial Americans' desire for independence. Sto
Captain Cookie & The Milk Man Story Time
Story Time with Captain Cookie & The Milk Man Brookland Location!