Heroes Remembered: Stories from Battleground National Cemetery

Fri · Sep 11·Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden Street NW · Washington

A woman lives in the countryside with her lively dog, her shy cat and her cuddly sheep. She decides to plant an apple tree so she can make a pie for her birthday. She is surprised by an unexpected little helper. Warm colors and beautiful singing bring special magic to this 30 minute show. Recommended for ages 2-8. Join…

Fri · Sep 11·10 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…

Fri · Sep 11·10 AM – 11:30 AM·Meet in the Historic Lobby, Postal Museum · Washington

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 or the whole session, this program will…

Thu · Sep 10·4:30 PM – 5 PM·Capitol View Neighborhood Library · Washington

Family Story Time is a great way to further your child’s lifelong love of reading and learning!

Thu · Sep 10·4:30 PM – 6 PM·Woodridge Neighborhood Library · Washington

Explore Japanese Culture through Anime & Manga, Japanese food. MEET like minded teens. EAT Japanese and Asian food. WATCH ! We'll discuss recent watches and pick a series to "test" watching the first three episodes every month. DISCUSS Manga! Teen Anime Club is for 6th - 12 graders and we meet on the 2nd Thursday, mont…

Fri · Sep 11·10 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…

Fri · Sep 4·Civil War Defenses of Washington

Join a ranger for a 30-minute, family-friendly walk through Fort Stevens and discover the stories of the civilians that owned the land that the forts were built on. Learn who these civilians were and how the war affected them. What was life like for civilians in Washington, D.C., during the Civil War? What was it like…

Fri · Sep 4·Fort Stevens is situated along 13th Street, Quackenbos Street NW, and Rittenhouse Street NW. · Washington

What was it like to stand inside Fort Stevens as Confederate forces threatened Washington, D.C.? Join a park ranger for a fascinating journey into the only Civil War battle fought in the nation's capital. Explore the fort's defenses, discover how soldiers prepared for battle, and hear stories of the troops who helped p…

Fri · Sep 4·1913 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

Join a National Park Service ranger for a chat about the Major General George B. McClellan Statue. Learn about wh o Major General George B. McClellan was and what he did during the American Civil War. You will be able to learn about the cost, dedication, and the sculptor.