Help us honor Japanese-American veterans of World War II who served their nation under difficult circumstances. Location: Memorial to Japanese-American Patriotism in World War II. Contact: Mike Balis (202) 438-9710.
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Pets in the Park: Four-Legged Heroes
Bring the whole family (including Fido) on this walk to learn how man’s best friend helped shape our nation. Leashed, well socialized dogs are welcome. Bring bags and water. Location: World War II Memorial. Contact: Eddy Kahle (202) 426-...
May 12, 2013 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
May 19, 2013 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
May 26, 2013 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Free
Dogs in War
Our canine friends give us many things: love, affection, drool. Come on this bike tour to learn how they also provide valor and bravery to the armed forces! Location: Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Contact: Nikolette Williams (202) 345-6361.
...May 12, 2013 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Free
1943: Still Much in the Air
By 1943 the outcome of World War II was uncertain. How did Hitler survive after losing Stalingrad? Were the Americans advancing in the Pacific? Discover the answers on this bike tour of the National Mall. Location: Thomas Jefferson Memorial....
May 11, 2013 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Free
The War of 1812 on the Chesapeake Bay
We are invaded! A British fleet spends years plundering American towns on the Chesapeake. How did a mosquito flotilla of barges fight? Cities like Baltimore were defended. Location: World War II Memorial. Contact: Joseph Mohr (202) 359-1532....
May 10, 2013 - 10:00am - 10:40am
May 10, 2013 - 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Free
A. Philip Randolph and the Proposed March on Washington in 1941
Learn about the life of A. Philip Randolph and his influence on civil rights in the United States. Find out about the scheduled 1941 March on Washington and why it never happened. Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. Contact:...
May 9, 2013 - 11:00am - 11:40am
May 9, 2013 - 3:00pm - 3:40pm
Free
Happy Birthday, Harry (Truman)!
Celebrate the birthday of our 33rd president, Give 'em H*** Harry, with a ranger-guided walk through the National Mall in the beautiful month of May. Location: World War II Memorial. Contact: Ted White (202) 657-8453.
May 8, 2013 - 10:00am - 11:30am
May 8, 2013 - 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Free
V-E Day
V-E Day is recognized as Victory in Europe day. How did Germany surrender on May 7, 1945? How did Hitler meet his end? Location: World War II Memorial. Contact: Paul O'Brian (202) 438-7066.
May 7, 2013 - 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Free
Four Score and Four Years: From the Civil War to World War II
Visit the memorials marking three deadly conflicts, and, in comparing them, learn how they are interrelated. Location: Lincoln Memorial. Contact: Lowell Fry (202) 438-9603.
May 6, 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
May 27, 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Free
Have We Learned Anything Yet? Remembering the Holocaust
Are the horrors of the camps retreating into distant mental mists? Learn why we must ever thank World War II veterans! Location: World War II Memorial. Contact: Lowell Fry (202) 438-9603.
May 5, 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Free
The Nurses of Vietnam
Take a detailed look at the lives of military nurses during the Vietnam War and learn about the ten nurses listed on the wall. Location: Meet at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial flagpole. Contact: Natasha Arnold (202) 426-6841.
...May 5, 2013 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Free
Bike Tour of the National Mall
Enjoy the National Mall and its memorials without all the traffic! Bring your own bike, helmet, and water. Location: Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Contact: Jason Barna (202) 606-8691.
...May 5, 2013 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
May 25, 2013 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
May 26, 2013 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Free
Pennsylvania Avenue: America's Main Street
Walk in the footsteps of politicians and protesters on Pennsylvania Avenue. A ranger reveals some of its famous and lesser known events, places, and people. Location: Old Post Office Tower - Ben Franklin statue. Contact: Park Ranger (202) 606-...
May 5, 2013 - 10:30am - 11:30am
May 12, 2013 - 10:30am - 11:30am
May 19, 2013 - 10:30am - 11:30am
May 26, 2013 - 10:30am - 11:30am
Free
The Liberators of Latin America
Join us for a walking tour of the revolutionary ideas that link the memorials to the liberators of Latin America. Location: Meet at the Foggy Bottom Metro. Contact: Mike Balis (202) 438-9710.
May 4, 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
May 18, 2013 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Free
Walk with a Ranger
Join a park ranger on an afternoon stroll to explore the memorials and American history. Location: Lincoln Memorial. Contact: Survey Lodge (202) 426-6841.
May 4, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 5, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 11, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 12, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 18, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 19, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 25, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 26, 2013 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Free
Wisconsin History on the National Mall
From artists to soldiers, protesters to explorers, uncover amazing connections between Washington, D.C.'s monuments and the Badger State. Location: Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Contact: Nathan King (202) 329-7713.
May 4, 2013 - 11:00am - 2:00pm
Free
Evening with a Ranger
After the sun goes down, one sees the memorials in an entirely new light. Join a park ranger for an illuminating view of American history at night. Location: World War II Memorial contact station. Contact: Survey Lodge (202) 426-6841.
...May 2, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 3, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 4, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 9, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 10, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 11, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 16, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 17, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 18, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 23, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 24, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 25, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 30, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
May 31, 2013 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Free
What the Tower Sees
Gaze down on Washington, D.C. from high above to see how the capital’s geography, architecture, and history come together. Learn how the tower came to be and how it survives over a century later. Location: Old Post Office Tower...
May 1, 2013 - 3:30pm - 4:00pm
May 8, 2013 - 3:30pm - 4:00pm
May 15, 2013 - 3:30pm - 4:00pm
May 22, 2013 - 3:30pm - 4:00pm
May 29, 2013 - 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Free
Blacks from Chesapeake Bay in the War of 1812 and the Story of Charles Ball
Black Americans served in the War of 1812 in integrated crews on sailing warships, advancing on merit. Charles Ball served with Barney's flotilla and escaped from slavery twice. Location: Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Contact: Joseph Mohr (202) 359...
May 1, 2013 - 10:00am - 10:40am
May 1, 2013 - 2:00pm - 2:40pm
May 15, 2013 - 10:00am - 10:40am
May 15, 2013 - 2:00pm - 2:40pm
Free
THE L. RON HUBBARD HOUSE MUSEUM
The L. Ron Hubbard House in Washington, DC is the original landmark location of the first Church of Scientology in the world. Here, the prolific American writer, explorer, and founder of Scientology, L. Ron Hubbard, trained...
April 4, 2013 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
April 5, 2013 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
April 6, 2013 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
April 7, 2013 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
April 10, 2013 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
Free
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