Wonderplace

Fri · Sep 4·10 AM – 4 PM·Wonderplace, 1 West, American History Museum · Washington

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, Wonderplace will open at 12 noon on Friday, J…

Sat · Sep 5·10 AM – 4 PM·Wonderplace, 1 West, American History Museum · Washington

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. Admission to Wonderplace is on a first come, first-served basis. At bus…

Sun · Sep 13·10 AM – 4 PM·Spark!Lab, First Floor, West Wing, American History Museum · Washington

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 traditional science, technology, engineering and…

Sun · Sep 13·11 AM·Moonshot Studio, The Kennedy Center, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC 20566

The REACH. Moonshot Studio at the REACH celebrates creativity and the artist in everyone through hands-on art-making. The recommended age is 5 years old and above. Stop by anytime from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on (most) Saturdays & Sundays to explore our projects.

Sun · Sep 13·The Key Bridge Boathouse is located at 3500 Water Street NW. Parking is not available at this location, but there are several parking garages, street parking, and the Thompson Boathouse Parking lot a short distance away. · Washington

Ready to make waves in history? Join a park ranger for a 1.5-hour relaxed kayak tour through the stories of the Georgetown Waterfront — where centuries of change flow beneath your paddle. Explore the land’s roots as a First Peoples village Drift by a bustling colonial port and Civil War hub Learn about the experiences…

Sat · Sep 12·1:15 PM – 2 PM·Level 3: Exhibition Gallery, imagiNATIONS Activity Center, American Indian Museum DC · Washington

Join a museum educator for a family-friendly interactive tour of the Water's Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe exhibition! Visitors will engage with three of his artworks and can participate in guided discussions, and experience items from the museum's Teaching Collection. After finding inspiration from Truman Lowe’s artwor…

Sat · Sep 12·12 PM – 2 PM·Program Room, Anacostia Community Museum · Washington

Celebrate creativity, family, and the idea of “home” in this hands-on mini-birdhouse painting workshop designed for all ages. Inspired by the beauty of nature and the meaning of safe spaces, participants will decorate their own wooden mini-birdhouses using vibrant paints, patterns, and personal touches. Families are in…

Thu · Sep 3·11:30 AM – 12:15 PM·Starts at the Information Desk in the Historic Lobby, Postal Museum · Washington

Look for our friendly volunteer at the Information Desk for a 45 minute tour of the highlights of the museum.

Thu · Sep 3·12 PM – 1 PM·Meet at Information Desk, Asian Art Museum · Washington

As the seasons change, enjoy a free, hour-long guided tour of the museum’s renowned collection of Japanese art. Experience a variety of artworks, including paintings, prints, screens, ceramics, metalwork, and more. Trees, Master of I-nen Seal (1600–1630), Japan, mid-17th century, ink, color, and gold on paper, National…

Thu · Sep 3·1 PM – 2 PM·Meet at Information Desk, Asian Art Museum · Washington

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.

Thu · Sep 3·1:30 PM – 2:30 PM·2nd Floor, Bison: Standing Strong exhibit, Natural History Museum · Washington

Join educators in the "Bison: Standing Strong" exhibit to discover more about the Nation's Mammal - the American Bison. Learn how these fascinating animals alter their ecosystem in ways that benefit other animals and their habitat, as well as their importance to humans. Image by Jean Beaufort, CC0, https://commons.wiki…