Stay late at the museums on the Mall this weekend!
1. Summer officially begins this weekend, and the Smithsonian is celebrating with its annual Solstice Saturday! All of the National Mall museums will be staying open late and hosting special programs and performances throughout the day and evening — go here for details and schedules. Beyond the Mall, the National Zoo will have its own Science Solstice Saturday from 10am – 2pm. And not part of the Smithsonian, but a neighbor on the Mall, the National Gallery of Art is hosting a Summer Solstice Festival. All of these events to kick off the season are FREE!
2. Did you know you can enjoy weekly children’s entertainment at Eastern Market on Capitol Hill? Kidsinger Jim, who has been performing for children and families for over 30 years, performs his music and puppetry, and he also presents other entertainers. This Friday at 10:30am, Rocknoceros will be playing a concert for the kiddie set. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door, and siblings under 6 months are free.
3. The National Children’s Museum is extending hours this summer. Starting this Thursday, June 19, through Sunday, August 31, it will be open 9am – 6pm for two extra hours of play every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Monday and Wednesday hours will remain 9:30am – 4:30pm, and Tuesday 9:30-11:30am for field trips only. Tickets can be purchased in advance. Read more about the museum full of STEAM-inspired interactive exhibits in this KFDC post.
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