An urban oasis at Yards Park
Monday – Spend the beautiful spring day at Yards Park! The water features are on and welcoming guests to enjoy them at the riverfront recreational space in the Navy Yard. You can also hang out in the grassy areas, stroll the boardwalk, take in the scenic views, and have a picnic by the water (or grab some lunch at one of the many nearby eateries). Admission to the park is free.
Tuesday – Head to the National Building Museum, where the Book of the Month program will take place in the Building Zone. Readings of a building-themed book will begin at 10:30am & 11:30am. Get there early for play time, as entry is on the hour ($3/person). Afterwards, stay to hang out in the magnificent Great Hall or the PLAY WORK BUILD exhibit upstairs ($8/adult, $5/child). Museum hours are 10am – 5pm. Exhibit admission for members is free.
Wednesday – Romp on the playground and in an old train car, discover some history of the area, and take a pontoon boat tour at Bladensburg Waterfront Park. The free rides on the water are offered Tuesday – Friday from 12-12:45pm through October 31. Admission to the park is also free.
Thursday – Hit the trail at Scott’s Run Nature Preserve. The Great Falls locale offers a nice dose of nature in a short drive from the city, with paths that meander through lush woods, peaceful spots to hang out by the river, and great views of the Potomac. Open from just before sunrise to just after sunset. Admission is free.
Friday – Watch the Arsenal of Democracy Flyover, a sight that is certain to be extraordinary. Honoring those who fought in World War II on its 70th anniversary, the spectacle will include dozens of aircraft from that era flying overhead in historically sequenced warbird formations from the Lincoln Memorial to the U.S. Capitol. It’s set to start at 12:10pm, so plan accordingly. The National Mall will be the most obvious viewing place, but it’s bound to be crowded, so you may want to find an alternative spot to witness the event.
