Presidents in Unexpected Places in DC and Nearby

Washington, DC

Washington DC is synonymous with the federal government — with the White House and its occupant at the center of it all. But you can find past presidents — at least memorials or reminders of them — in all kinds of surprising places that few tourists visit and even many native Washingtonians don't know about. […]

Virtual Tour: An Orchid-Filled Greenhouse

Washington, DC

Horticulturist Drew Asbury brings Hillwood's orchid-filled greenhouses to you in this beautifully illustrated 20-minute virtual tour. Learn more about the greenhouse history, Marjorie Merriweather Post’s infatuation with orchids, and the exotic blooms and fragrances on display now, while asking questions in real time. Learn more at https://hillwoodmuseum.org/events/virtual-tour-orchid-filled-greenhouse

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

Ice Cream Making Demonstration @ Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Learn about making old-fashioned ice cream, made famous by Dolly Madison, Quaker friend of Betsy Peirce. Watch the ingredients being poured into the dasher, learn about the brine that freezes the cream, and take a turn cranking the handle to make old-fashioned ice cream. A historic recipe by Thomas Jefferson with a modern adaptation will […]

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

Outdoor Film @ Hillwood

Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Avenue, Washington, DC, United States

View Princess Grace’s Dior collection, then watch her in the 1954 Hitchcock film Rear Window. And bring a picnic and your competitive spirit. The movie night on Hillwood Museum’s Lunar […]

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/

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Milling Demonstrations at Peirce Mill

Peirce Mill in Rock Creek Park 2401 Tilden St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Peirce Mill's milling demonstrations are offered on the 2nd and 4th Saturday through October. Learn more at https://www.friendsofpeircemill.org/