Lincoln-Thomas Day 102nd Anniversary

Sat · Sep 19·Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden Street NW · Washington

Join Beec h T ree Puppets for a creative, hands-on workshop that turns everyday recyclable materials into one-of-a-kind singing puppets! Participants will learn basic puppet-building techniques and discover how to bring their characters to life by manipulating the puppet’s mouth to synchronize with singing, speaking, a…

Sat · Sep 19·Peirce Mill is located at 2401 Tilden St NW. · Washington

Step inside Peirce Mill, a rare surviving 19th-century gristmill in Rock Creek Park, and discover how waterpower once supported daily life in Washington, DC. Built in the 1820s, the mill served local farmers by grinding grain into flour and cornmeal. On this guided tour, you’ll explore the mill’s machinery, including t…

Sat · Sep 19·Seekers Church, 276 Carroll Ave. NW, Washington DC

Empowering musicians of all ages and experience levels to discover their authentic musical selves, and build a wonderful improvisational music community!

Fri · Sep 4·Fort Stevens is situated along 13th Street, Quackenbos Street NW, and Rittenhouse Street NW. · Washington

What was it like to stand inside Fort Stevens as Confederate forces threatened Washington, D.C.? Join a park ranger for a fascinating journey into the only Civil War battle fought in the nation's capital. Explore the fort's defenses, discover how soldiers prepared for battle, and hear stories of the troops who helped p…

Fri · Sep 4·1913 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20009

Join a National Park Service ranger for a chat about the Major General George B. McClellan Statue. Learn about wh o Major General George B. McClellan was and what he did during the American Civil War. You will be able to learn about the cost, dedication, and the sculptor.

Fri · Sep 4·Civil War Defenses of Washington

Join a ranger for a 30-minute, family-friendly walk through Fort Stevens and discover the stories of the civilians that owned the land that the forts were built on. Learn who these civilians were and how the war affected them. What was life like for civilians in Washington, D.C., during the Civil War? What was it like…