After the 4th of July, we're officially in the dog days of summer. Combat any boredom you may have with some fun streaming programs (91 to be exact!) brought to you by Smithsonian Associates. Fun fact: This is the first time the Smithsonian Associates have released their educational programs into the virtual realm. Their streaming platform is brand new. Classes are selling out, so act … [Read more...] about Nearly 100 New Smithsonian Streaming Programs to Combat Your Midsummer Boredom
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Affordable Family-Friendly DC Area Museum & Bookstore Memberships to Purchase
If you're at a loss about what to do in the city with all the recent closures, here are some affordable area memberships to consider purchasing. Not only are you patronizing places that may lose a lot of money and foot traffic the next few months, you will have lots of things to do come summer! FONZ (Friends of the National Zoo) - The National Zoo is a great option for families. A standard … [Read more...] about Affordable Family-Friendly DC Area Museum & Bookstore Memberships to Purchase
Best Free Attractions for First-Time Visitors to Washington, DC
Washington DC is home to more free attractions than any other American city. The Smithsonian Institution alone has 17 museums, galleries and a zoo and that's just a fraction of the incredible things to see and do in the city. This is as it should be for the nation's capital, a city FOR all of the people in the United States. It can be overwhelming especially for first-time visitors. Here's a … [Read more...] about Best Free Attractions for First-Time Visitors to Washington, DC