National Geographic Explorer Reyhaneh “Rey” Maktoufi is a science communication specialist. Together, you'll explore how she aims to make scientific knowledge more accessible by humanizing important and often complex work.
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Shepherd Park Coat Drive (Shepherd Park Neighborhood Library) — Collect used coats, socks, gloves, hats, hand and toe warmers in donation box at the main desk, all ages.
Historical talk at the FDR Memorial explores FDR’s 1943 meetings with Chiang Kai‑shek and Stalin and their impact on Allied strategy.
Baby & Toddler Story Time (Northeast Neighborhood Library) — 20‑30‑minute sessions of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children birth to three, for ages 5 and under.
Creative drop-in play explores animal colors in the Bird House Classroom at the National Zoo, with activities for early learners and families, all ages.
Tara Roberts, National Geographic Explorer in Residence, shares discoveries from global slave shipwreck searches with a team of Black scuba divers at the National Geographic Museum.
Screenings of classic films under the Pavilion’s natural skylight Oculus at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration.
Coffee with Cameron Oglesby (National Geographic Museum of Exploration, Explorers Eatery) — Meet the National Geographic Explorer and journalist discussing re‑centering voices of historically disinvested communities.
National Geographic Trivia Night (National Geographic Museum of Exploration, Explorers Eatery) — Friendly competition with National Geographic‑themed questions and great company.
