Why did the United States go to war in the Persian Gulf in 1991? Join a park ranger to explore Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the international effort to liberate Kuwait, and the events that brought the conflict to an end.
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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.
Ranger-led junior naturalist hike through Rock Creek Valley, covering half to one‑and‑half miles, teaches observation skills; meet on the Center front porch, ages 8+, bring water and layers.
Ranger‑led two‑mile walk tracing JFK’s 1946 Georgetown route from his congressional arrival to his presidential rise, starting at the Georgetown Waterfront by the Swedish Embassy, all ages.
Exposure (Encinitas, CA) — Festival, fundraiser, competition and skate clinic featuring world‑renowned skateboarding legends, rising stars and aspiring athletes, championing women’s skateboarding.
Guided exploration of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial’s history and art with a ranger, meeting at the memorial’s bookstore.
Ranger-led exploration of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial’s history and art in front of the Korean War Memorial kiosk.
Ranger-led exploration of Lincoln Memorial history and art on the plaza at its base.
Explore the history and art of the World War II Memorial with a ranger at the World War II Kiosk.
