The capital of the U.S. is filled with museums -- many of them free to visit as they're part of the Smithsonian. It's no wonder these places are so popular.

Scientists at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center in Maryland have planted more than 33,000 saplings from 20 ...

You probably know the chocolate-inspired town of Hershey is located in Pennsylvania, and you might know a thing or two about ...

The carousel was first desegregated when part of Gwynn Oak Amusement Park in Baltimore in 1963. It was moved to the National ...

The Smithsonian’s restored National Carousel is back in action on the National Mall, welcoming riders again on April 24, 2026 ...

The carousel at the National Mall has finally returned from being refurbished. After nearly three years away, it will welcome ...

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Go on a crawl through more than two dozen independent bookstores, take a spin on the Smithsonian's restored carousel, or go green at an Earth Day festival.

There are tons of free activities for fans before and during the game to help you make the most of your day at Nationals Park! Come for the baseball and stay for the beats! Stick around after select ...

The film reunites the human cast and crew who saw the potential of a Jack Russell terrier to bring classic literature to life ...

Celebrate D.C. Emancipation Day with music and a parade, attend a screening at Filmfest DC, or find the perfect blooms at a ...