This week, meet National Geographic Explorer, environmental justice advocate, oral historian and award-winning journalist Cameron Oglesby to learn how she is re-centering the voices, narratives and knowledge of historically disinvested communities.
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A ranger narrates Sara Delano’s 1862 Fourth of July at sea, describing tall ships, a China voyage, cake, ice cream, and cannon fire.
A DC‑themed Pokémon Scavenger Hunt at Anacostia Neighborhood Library lets participants collect Ward 8 gym badge stickers on a card and earn a special prize, for all ages.
Fresh local groceries and delicious lunch options are offered at The Park at CityCenterDC.
Bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens led by NPS volunteer birder Molly Hermann, covering a mile with optional binocular loan, for all ages.
Screenings of classic films under the Pavilion’s natural skylight Oculus at the National Geographic Museum of Exploration.
National Geographic Trivia Night (National Geographic Museum of Exploration, Explorers Eatery) — Friendly competition with National Geographic‑themed questions and great company.
Greg and giant squid expert Dr. Clyde Roper attempt the first Crittercam attachment to a sperm whale to film a giant squid in its natural habitat.
Nat Geo Nights transforms the Museum of Exploration after hours with live music, pop‑up artists and National Geographic Explorers’ stories, 21+.
