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See Destination Moon Before the Smithsonian Shutdown Begins

ExhibitOctober 10, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Beginning this Sunday, the Smithsonian Museums are closing because they're out of money due to the government shutdown. One exhibit worth seeing before the doors close is Destination Moon. A decade-long story, told through several colorful galleries, leaves you longing for the glory days of NASA and the national priority of getting a man to…

The Learjet 23 and the Creation of Luxury Business Travel

ExhibitSeptember 26, 20251KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In the midst of the 1960s space race, a new plane rocketed to stardom. The Learjet 23, named after its creator, Bill Lear, created a new flight category: Luxury business travel It allowed those who could afford it to fly quickly and easily from one small airport to another, cutting down on travel time. Because…

Top 3 Picks for Family Labor Day DC Museum Visits

MuseumsAugust 29, 2025440Views 0Likes 0Comments

A long holiday weekend is the perfect time to take your family on a trip to DC. Here are our top three museum and exhibit recommendations to visit during Labor Day. 1) Air and Space Museum Exhibit Recommendation: World War I: The Birth of Military Aviation Quentin Roosevelt was shot down July 1, 1918, over…

Celebrating National Aviation Day at the Air and Space Museum

ExhibitAugust 15, 2025523Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Wright Brothers exhibit at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is the most significant display in the museum. Without Wilbur and Orville Wright, no other airplanes would exist. The “Wright Brothers” and “Early Aviation” exhibits tell the Wright family story, including their lesser-known sister, Katharine Wright. Preacher's kids. Mid-westerners. Siblings. Celebrities. Orville Wright…

Remembering Wilbur Wright

ExhibitMay 30, 2025930Views 0Likes 0Comments

No father wants to write his son's obituary. But when Wilbur Wright died on May 30, 1912, his father, Milton Wright, had to record in his diary: “A short life, full of consequences. An unfailing intellect, imperturbable temper, great self-reliance, and as great modesty, seeing the right clearly, pursuing it steadily, he lived and died!”…

The 3 Most Popular Smithsonian Museums to Visit This Spring

MuseumsFebruary 28, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

These three museums are the most popular for a reason. They're interesting and accessible for all ages, perfect for curious kids and parents. National Air and Space Museum Airplanes and space exploration are cool, and we got from one to the other 66 years. See that history starting with the Wright flier all the way…

3 Unusual Places to Find Fashion in the Smithsonian

MuseumsFebruary 7, 20253KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The Smithsonian isn't exactly known for its fashion. The biggest exhibits that come to mind are the First Ladies' Dresses or Entertainment Nation. But here are a few unexpected exhibits you can find fashion in the Smithsonian. 1) America By Air- Air and Space Museum This exhibit covers the history of commercial aviation in the…

In DC for the Inauguration? 5 Exhibits You Must See

ExhibitJanuary 16, 20254KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Are you and your family coming to DC for the inauguration? Don't forget to visit the Smithsonian while you're in town. If you're not sure where to go, here are five thematically appropriate must-see exhibits for the inauguration. Due to the inauguration, check each museum's website for hours and closings before you visit. 1) America's…

The Top 3 Smithsonian Museums to Visit This Labor Day Weekend

MuseumsAugust 31, 2024483Views 0Likes 0Comments

Pick one of these museums and pack the kids in the car for a fun Labor Day weekend trip. All three museums offer a unique, fun experience for the whole family. Option #1: National Air and Space Museum Explore the world of air travel, from flying cars to space capsules. They just finished renovating the…

Wilbur Wright and… Washington DC?

MuseumsApril 13, 2024510Views 0Likes 0Comments

When you think of Wilbur Wright, you probably think of Dayton, OH, or Kitty Hawk, NC. But here are three surprising connections between Wilbur, the Smithsonian, and Washington DC. 1) Wilbur wrote a letter to the Smithsonian on May 30th, 1899. The Smithsonian was still a young institution, barely over fifty years old. Yet it…