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Tap into the city’s creative heartbeat.

Whether you're inspired by free museums or culturally diverse neighborhoods, this city has it all. Catch a musical before it hits Broadway. Go where DC creators hatch their best ideas. The District oozes with local flavor and one-of-a-kind experiences. Bottle it up on your trip when you tour colorful street murals, chat with artists at Eastern Market or accept a standing invite to the Meridian Hill drum circle.

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Wildly Authentic Things to Do

Guests Taking Photo of Ben's Chili Bowl Mural
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Where to Find the Most Colorful Street Murals in Washington, DC

Vibrant street art adds color to DC in any season.

Henry the elephant in the National Museum of Natural History
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Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC

History, science, art and culture come alive at these free DC museum...

National Gallery of Art East Building - Museum on the National Mall - Washington, DC
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Discover the National Gallery of Art East Building in Washington, DC

Explore modern artworks in this stunningly beautiful free museum on ...

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Theaters & Performance Spaces to See a Show in Washington, DC

A variety of performances grace stages throughout the District – her...

National Postal Museum
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20+ Cool & Interesting Museums in Washington, DC That Aren’t On the National Mall

Venture off the National Mall to these knowledge centers for a uniqu...

Inside National Museum of African American History and Culture
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Ways to Celebrate African American History & Culture in Washington, DC

Honor the Black experience at these museums, memorials and more thro...

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Grab A Seat: Washington, DC’s Theaters Are Must-See Attractions

Why Washington, DC's performing arts scene is in a class of its own

Grandfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown Mural by Aniekan Udofia
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Keep on Groovin’: An Intro to Go-Go Music in Washington, DC

The official music of the city has a fascinating history, but its st...

A couple looks at a colorful painting at the Phillips Collection.
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2 Days of LGBTQ+ Culture & Arts in Washington, DC

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The Best City to Visit in 2026

Washington, DC shines with can’t-miss events, new exhibits and prais...

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Downtown

National Museum of Women in the Arts

First major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts.

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Dupont Circle

Woodrow Wilson House

Dine intimately in the presidential Dining Room, enjoy cocktails throughout the main museum rooms or relax and unwind in the tranquil period garden.

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Downtown

National Children's Museum

A playful learning adventure awaits at National Children's Museum!

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Virginia

National Museum of the Marine Corps

Visit the National Museum of the Marine Corps: Enter and experience what it means to be a Marine.

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Virginia

George Washington's Mount Vernon

The iconic riverside estate of George Washington. Open daily, 365 days a year.

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National Mall

National Museum of the American Indian

Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

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Anacostia

Anacostia Community Museum

Welcome to the Anacostia Community Museum

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Georgetown

Tudor Place Historic House & Garden ...

Tudor Place offers unique and intimate settings perfect for special occasions.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

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District E is a state-of-the-art destination gaming and hospitality space, conveniently located directly adjacent to Capital One Arena. OPENING 2023!

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Capitol Hill

National Guard Memorial Museum

The museum takes visitors through 6,000 sq. ft. of artifacts, exhibits and images covering nearly 400 years of National Guard history in vivid detail.

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

DC History Center

Learn about local Washington, DC history!

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Anacostia

The Go-Go Museum & Cafe

The Go-Go Museum & Café’s 16 interactive exhibits, recording studio and concert stages celebrate the past, present and future of go-go

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National Mall

National Archives Museum

Home to the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, the National Archives holds more than 15 billion records.

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Mount Vernon Square

Cloakroom

DC's premier venue features 5,000 sq. ft. of space, a rooftop with panoramic views, a large stage, high-tech sound and lighting and luxe finishes.

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Upper Northwest

Washington National Cathedral

Standing at one of the city's highest points, this soaring Gothic cathedral extends almost the length of two football fields and pierces the city's skyline.

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Capitol Hill

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

Hill Center aims to broaden the horizons of all who enter by providing high-quality arts, education, and cultural programs to engage more fully in the life of our city.

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Upcoming Cultural & Performing Art Events

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Mary Day's The Nutcracker

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National Mall

Mall to Monuments 5k Running Tour

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Lives Bound Together: Slavery at Mount Vernon Exhibit

Now - Dec 21, 2027

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Downtown

Free Community Day

Now - Dec 28, 2025

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National Mall

American Landscapes in Watercolor from the Corcoran Collection

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The Stars We Do Not See: Australian Indigenous Art

Now - Mar 01, 2026

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Back and Forth: Rozeal., Titian, Cezanne

Now - Apr 25, 2026

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Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985

Now - Jan 04, 2026

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National Mall

Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985

Now - Jan 04, 2026

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Dupont Circle

Out of Many: Reframing an American Art Collection

Now - Feb 15, 2026

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Downtown

Women Artists from Antwerp to Amsterdam, 1600–1750

Now - Jan 11, 2026

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Virginia

Historic Blenheim - Tours & History

Now - Dec 21, 2027

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Downtown

A Magical Holiday Experience in Washington DC

Now - Jan 01, 2026

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Willard Nightly Caroling

Now - Dec 23, 2025

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Dupont Circle

AN IRISH CAROL

Now - Dec 28, 2025

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Southwest & The Wharf

Chez Joey

Dec 22, 2025 - Mar 13, 2026

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

Guys and Dolls

Now - Jan 04, 2026

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Capitol Hill

Julius X

Now - Dec 21, 2027

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Dupont Circle

Happy Hour at Residents

Dec 22, 2025 - Jun 08, 2027

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Penn Quarter & Chinatown

"A Christmas Carol" 2025

Now - Dec 31, 2025

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