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September 14, 2026 · 11:19 am

Celebrate with Stamps Family Festival at the National Postal Museum

It may feel early to start thinking about the holidays, but the National Postal Museum is getting into the festive spirit this weekend!

Every year, the U.S. Postal Service creates new stamps for the holiday season. And this Saturday, September 19, the museum is hosting the Celebrate with Stamps Family Festival for the unveiling of the 2026 Christmas Cookies Forever stamps.

From 11am to 3pm, drop in for an afternoon celebrating the art, culture, and creativity of stamps. The event is free and open to all ages, with hands-on activities, music, storytelling, and lots of opportunities to get creative. The big moment of the day will be the 12pm unveiling of the new holiday stamps. There will also be lots to do before and after the ceremony, including story time sessions, a book signing, art and music activities, and more hands-on fun.

This will all take place throughout the museum, so it’s a great opportunity to explore the whole collection while you’re there. I always recommend the Postal Museum as a particularly great place to visit with children with an easy to navigate space and engaging exhibits that appeal to all ages.

Celebrate with Stamps Family Festival
Where: National Postal Museum | 2 Mass Ave NE, DC
When: Saturday, September 19, 11am – 3pm
Admission: Free!

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This post is sponsored by the National Postal Museum, however, I only promote events, places, and programs that I genuinely believe in and think will appeal to KFDC readers.

National Postal Museum’s FREE Virtual Stamp Camp Returns this Summer!

The National Postal Museum’s STAMP Camp has been such a hit the past couple of years, they are bringing it back for another summer of virtual adventures! The free program is designed to bring STEAM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) conveniently to your inbox, giving kids online activities to enjoy at home.

What is STAMP Camp?
S.T.A.M.P stands for Science, Technology, Art, Math, and Problem-solving — and this free virtual camp delivers hands-on activities straight from the National Postal Museum, all through email. STAMP Camp is fully digital and free, making it accessible to everyone, everywhere. Each week of activities connects postal history with STEAM learning through museum objects , hands-on projects, and engaging challenges.

How It Works:

1. Sign up for free here!

2. Receive five weeks of activities in your e-mail inbox throughout June, July, and August.

3. All activities are emailed directly to you — easy to share and explore at home.

4. Complete at your own pace — whenever, wherever.

Weekly Themes + Smithsonian Partners:

June 3 – Science with the National Museum of Natural History: Travel back in time to discover dinosaurs and other ancient life through stamps and paleontology.

June 17 – Technology with the National Portrait Gallery: Explore how stamps and portraiture celebrate and teach us about the groundbreaking scientists behind space exploration.

July 1 – Art with the National Museum of the American Indian: Identify how art can tell stories and communicate big ideas through an exploration into formline art and the Raven story on Stamps.

July 15 – Math with Smithsonian Folkways Recordings: Curious about rhythm and blues? Explore how stamps make bluegrass visual, instrument traditions, rhythmic patterns, and beginner music notation.

July 29 – Problem Solving and Engineering with the Smithsonian American Art Museum & Renwick Gallery: Jump into the world of the U.S. State and County Fairs stamps and uncover the clever tricks behind amazing creations like the Renwick Gallery’s legendary butter cow

+ Perfect for kids ages 6–12 (with adult support).
+ Registration is required by a parent or guardian.

STAMP Camp starts June 3, 2026 – don’t miss out on this creative, curiosity-fueled summer!

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This post is sponsored by the National Postal Museum, however, I only promote programs, places, and events that I genuinely believe in and think will appeal to KFDC readers.

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September 8, 2025 · 2:12 pm

Join a Celebration of Stamps at the National Postal Museum!

Celebrate stamps and the stories they tell!

From iconic figures and historic milestones to cultural moments and natural wonders, stamps tell rich and surprising tales… one tiny image at a time. The National Postal Museum is celebrating that with Stamp Spectacular this coming Saturday, September 13 — and all ages are invited to join the fun!

Explore the vibrant world of stamps through hands-on crafts, storytelling, games, and gallery adventures. Whether you’re a longtime collector or just stamp-curious, there will be something for everyone to discover and enjoy. Highlights include:

* Curator-led stamp tours for kids at 11am and 1pm

* Storytime sessions at 12:30pm and 2:30pm

* Live stamp bingo at select times throughout the program

* A chance to DIY your own celebration stamp with guest artist Erin Robinson

* Goodnight Moon-inspired collage making with the National Building Museum

* Stamp sorting and a decoupage activity

* Create-your-own stamp album activity

* Kwanzaa-themed fun with the National Museum of African American History & Culture inspired by Erin Robinson’s 2022 Kwanzaa stamp

There will also be a Holiday Cheer Stamp Dedication Ceremony at 11am with the U.S. Postal Service. The public is invited to celebrate the unveiling of new stamps that will usher in the holiday season.

Admission to both the ceremony and festival are free!

Stamp Spectacular & Dedication Ceremony
Where: National Postal Museum | 2 Mass Ave NE, DC
When: Saturday, September 13, 11am – 4pm
Admission: FREE!

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This post is sponsored by the National Postal Museum, however, I only promote events, programs, and places that I genuinely believe in and think will appeal to KFDC readers.