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Why You Should Visit This 250-Year-Old Artifact at American History

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July 4, 1776, was only the beginning of our War for Independence. In September 1776, we'd lost New York City to the British occupation. By October, they were ready to push through Lake Champlain and divide New York from the New England colonies. The American forces under Benedict Arnold hastily built a fleet of small…

A September Wright Brothers’ Story

ExhibitSeptember 25, 20264KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Wilbur Wright first set foot in the Outer Banks of North Carolina in September 1900. After he'd written a local, William Tate, seeking information, Tate had invited him to stay with him, but had warned, "Would advise you to come anytime from September 15 to October 15. Don't wait until November." Although Tate didn't know…

“Fortress Under Fire”: Learn the Story Behind This Air and Space Mural

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It'll always be 11:45 am on August 15th, 1944, in this gallery at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. This giant mural, "Fortress Under Fire", captures a moment of the gigantic air battle fought just weeks after D-Day, when the Eighth Air Force launched 932 heavy bombers and 443 fighters against…

The Air and Space Museum Opens “WWII in the Air” Exhibit Next Week

ExhibitJune 26, 2026651Views 0Likes 0Comments

After closing the WWII exhibit for renovations over the last several years, the new gallery opens this Wednesday, July 1st. From the Battle of Britain to the brutal combat on the Eastern Front to the carrier wars in the Pacific, this exhibition tries to cover the breadth of the war in a 6,000 square foot…

7 Essential DC Locations for South Carolinians to See This Memorial Day

HolidaysMay 15, 20261KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Are you heading up from South Carolina to Washington, DC for Memorial Day in honor of America's 250th birthday? Here are seven must-see places for your trip. 1) Arlington National Cemetery This is the centerpiece of our national remembrances on Memorial Day. Over 400,000 people who fought for our country are buried here, dating back…

The Hidden Secret of Apollo’s Heat Shield- Inside “Destination Moon” at the Air and Space Museum

ExhibitMay 1, 20261KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Imagine you're hurtling back from the moon at 24,700 miles per hour. Your lunar mission milestones are accomplished. All that's left is to safely return to Earth. As you hit Earth's atmosphere, you watch a fireball of glowing plasma outside your window, blazing at 5,000 degrees. How do you survive this re-entry without burning up…

Celebrate the Bard’s Birthday with Folger Shakespeare

EventsApril 17, 20261KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Tomorrow, April 18th, is Shakespeare's birthday. To celebrate the occasion, head down to the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC. Doors open at eleven am. It's completely free, so all you have to do is show up. Highlights of the day include: Stage combat demonstrations at 12 and 2 Shakespearean costumes and face painting Try…

Your Peak Cherry Blossom Prediction for 2026

EventsMarch 6, 20263KViews 0Likes 0Comments

After an icy, cold winter wrapping up, we have a 2026 peak Cherry Blossom prediction for Washington, D.C. But the National Park Service and I are forecasting different peak bloom times. The National Park Service is predicting March 29-April 1. My guess is April 2-5. Who will be right? We'll have to wait and see.…

State Fairs: The Renwick’s Newest Exhibit on American Handicrafts

ExhibitFebruary 27, 20261KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Have you ever taken part in the county fair? State Fairs: Growing American Craft, the newest exhibit at the Renwick Gallery, may inspire you or your kids to do so. This massive exhibit fills the museum with over 240 handicrafts from 43 state fairs. Its goal is to showcase American handicrafts dating back to the…

Faithful Family Field Trip to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum

MuseumsFebruary 16, 20262KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In week 13, cycle 2 of Classical Conversations, you learn about space missions. This is the perfect opportunity to take a field trip to the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. There you can explore the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo space capsules, while learning about the men and women who flew them. One…