Like the artist herself, the exhibit at the National Museum of African American History and Culture is small and unassuming. There are only thirteen painting on three walls, even though…
"The Sweat of Their Face: Portraying American Workers" is a new exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery. It's aim is to take a look at the way America has shown…
As you may know, it's hard to find things in DC gift shops that cost less than your first-born child. We're always on the lookout for anything in the gift…
Spring is the ideal time for a family visit to the U.S. National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. It's outside of downtown, perfect for a getaway from the more touristy areas.…
In Section 60, every day is Memorial Day for some family.
A year ago today, my daughter and I visited Matthew Seidler's grave in Arlington National Cemetery to remember him.…
Each year the United States Botanic Garden puts on a wonderful Christmas display, made entirely from natural materials. It's free and fun for kids of all ages. But with so…
"It's like art work on the building!" my 7 year old said as we admired the filigree wrapping the outside of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and…
John Philip Sousa Grave in Washington, D.C.
John Philip Sousa's gravesite had a conductor's baton and a trumpet mouthpiece left in tribute when we stopped by last week. Sousa is one…
I volunteered this year for the Folklife Festival looking to contribute to the festival and hoping to experience a little bit of Basque culture right here in Washington, D.C. Over…
Dr. William Beanes plaque
Francis Scott Key wrote the National Anthem today back in 1814.
But why was he in Baltimore Harbor to begin with?
He was seeking the release…