Father of Freedom and Slaveholder: Mount Vernon Addresses Washington's Great Hypocrisy
Terrified and hopeless, Tom, a Virginia slave, sat shackled in the dark hull of a schooner as it lay anchored in the Potomac River...
50 Years of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Ever dreamed of running away to join the circus? Well until July 9, 2017, you can try it out for free at the 50th anniversary of the...
The Riches of Africa in the Heart of Washington
The National Museum of African Art is the Smithsonian’s overlooked gem. Tucked in among the other great museums lining the National Mall,...
Discover DC’s Hidden Open-Air Art “Museum”
DC’s oldest open-air museum is likely one of its most overlooked. Rock Creek Cemetery, in upper Northwest, features dozens of evocative and
Folger Shakespeare Library: English Theater, Literature, and History in the Heart of the U.S. Capita
Time your visit so you can take one of the free docent-led tours. These hour-long tours take bring the language of Tudor England to life (do
DC Brewery Goes Green while Maximizing Quality
At first glance, the sleek metallic bar running the far length of the tasting room backed by twelve large draught handles makes the...
Take a Flying Leap Into Fun
Her toes hang off the edge of the platform, as she stretches out over the void, grabbing the bar with one hand. The breeze brushes at the...
Navigating DC’s Metro System
If you're visiting DC, you'll likely spend some time on DC's Metro trains. But the system can be a bit frustrating without some
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