MODEL TRAIN SHOW IN KENSINGTON  An event designed for train enthusiasts—from the littlest fans to the oldest history buffs and everyone in between—will transform Kensington Town Hall into a model train spectacular on September 7 and 8, 2019 from 11am-5pm. The National Capital Trackers, a local club, will run “O” gauge electric trains on multiple layouts, […]

Friends of Friendship “Turtle” Park presents: The 3rd Annual FREE Turtle Park Jazz Project! Join FOFP for an evening of fabulous music and lots of fun! Bring a picnic or buy dinner from the variety of food trucks we’ll have on hand and don’t forget your blanket or lawn chair! Many thanks to our generous […]

Smithsonian Associates is hosting Breakfast at the Zoo! Eva Pell will be reading from "ResQ and the Baby Orangutan" at 8:30am and 9:30am for members and for the general public at 10:30am. Meet and celebrate this critically endangered species.

On September 14, celebrate design, textiles, and the cozy comforts of home at a free festival for all ages at the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Textiles. Build a fabric fort, watch demos by local artists, enjoy live dance, and explore spectacular fabrics from the ancient Mediterranean in the exhibition Woven Interiors: Furnishing Early Medieval Egypt. […]

Be a part of the DC region’s dynamic family festival celebrating our power to build a better future at FutureFest! On Sunday, September 15, KID Museum’s FutureFest™ will feature hands-on activities that build skills for the future, cutting-edge innovations, and immersive cultural exhibits — all designed to inspire kids and adults alike. Enjoy interactive exhibits, […]