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Events Calendar
Notes of Remembrance: Taps Across the National Mall
May 25
Notes of Remembrance: Taps Across the National Mall

Events on the National Mall

A Celebration of Oratory at Ford’s Theatre
May 4, 3:30 PM
Join Ford's Theatre for an afternoon of powerful speeches from our National Oratory Fellows and student delegates from across the country. As our nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, our speakers explore the theme “We Hold These Truths” and reflect on topics and issues that are important to them. Learn more.

VIRTUAL CLASSROOM: America 250 Adventure on the National Mall
May 5, 11 AM - 12 PM
In honor of the nation's 250th birthday, join rangers from the National Mall and Memorial Parks to explore places connected to this anniversary.  What sites on the Mall were impacted by previous anniversaries?  Students will examine how memorials represent the past and decide what the future might look like, by examining the Washington Monument and Constitution Gardens.  Students will follow clues as they investigate how the National Mall has evolved over time. RSVP here.

V-E Day Observance at the World War II Memorial
May 8
Details forthcoming.

National Police Week
May 11 – 16
Schedule of Events
Note: The Candlelight Vigil (May 13) will take place on the National Mall.

Ford’s Theatre’s “History Talks: Lesser Known Players”
May 13, 6 PM
History Talks is a webinar series that investigates facets of Abraham Lincoln’s complex legacy and its relevance to today. These engaging talks, designed for history enthusiasts of all ages, feature compelling visuals with content experts delving into Lincoln’s legacy and the world of Civil War Washington. Learn more.

Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation’s Honors Banquet
May 13, 6 – 8:30 PM
The Foundation’s Honors Banquet recognizes U.S. Honorees and Supporters who have made contributions to supporting Korean War Veterans and their Families. Purchase tickets and learn more here.

Ford’s For Me
May 16, 9 – 11 AM
A sensory-friendly museum program designed to create a welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Learn more.

Memorial Day Observance at the World War II Memorial
May 23
Details forthcoming.

Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at the US Navy Memorial
May 25, 12:30 – 1 PM
Join us (virtually or in-person) this Memorial Day at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. for a solemn Wreath Laying Ceremony in honor and memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Learn more.

Memorial Day Observance at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
May 25, 1 – 2 PM
The annual Memorial Day ceremony is co-hosted yearly by VVMF and the National Park Service to pay tribute to members of America’s armed forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam and in all conflicts. More information coming soon.

Memorial Day Ceremony at the Korean War Veterans Memorial
May 25, 2:15 – 3 PM
The Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation will hold a ceremony and wreath-laying event at the Korean War Veterans Memorial on Memorial Day to pay tribute to all those who served and sacrificed for freedom. Register here.

Past Events

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America 250 Adventure on the National Mall
May 5
America 250 Adventure on the National Mall

Tuesday, May 5 at 11 AM ET
In honor of the nation's 250th birthday, join rangers from National Mall and Memorial Parks to explore places connected to this anniversary. 

Teach 250: The Building of a Nation with the National Building Museum
Apr 28
Teach 250: The Building of a Nation with the National Building Museum

Join the National Building Museum and the National Mall in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary to discover the impact that the built environment has had on the nation’s first 250 years.

A Monumental Conversation Honoring America's 250th: Celebrating Service of Women in the Armed Forces
Apr 7
A Monumental Conversation Honoring America's 250th: Celebrating Service of Women in the Armed Forces

A conversation honoring the leadership and service of women in the Armed Forces in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.

Teach 250: "America 250 Adventure" on the National Mall
Mar 24
Teach 250: "America 250 Adventure" on the National Mall

Play the role of your students and learn some new National Mall stories in honor of America’s Semiquincentennial.

Teach 250: Beyond the March: Martin Luther King, Jr. in Washington, D.C.
Feb 24
Teach 250: Beyond the March: Martin Luther King, Jr. in Washington, D.C.

Join us as we explore the lesser-known visits that brought Dr. King to the National Mall.  

Teach 250: From the Ballpark to the Classroom: Exploring American History Through Baseball with the Washington Nationals
Jan 27
Teach 250: From the Ballpark to the Classroom: Exploring American History Through Baseball with the Washington Nationals

Baseball isn’t just a game—it’s a cornerstone of American culture. Join the Washington Nationals for a webinar exploring how our nation’s pastime can serve as a powerful lens for understanding U.S. history.

Teach 250: Commemorating American Military Service and Sacrifice | Designing Virtual and In-Person Classroom Tours of the National Mall
Nov 25
Teach 250: Commemorating American Military Service and Sacrifice | Designing Virtual and In-Person Classroom Tours of the National Mall

This month’s Teach 250 invites educators to reflect on the origins of Veterans Day, first commemorated as Armistice Day at the end of World War I. Using the National Mall Gateway, participants will discover creative ways to bring themes of service, sacrifice and citizenship into their classrooms.

Teach 250: Bringing History to Life | Civics Education Resources from the National Archives
Oct 28
Teach 250: Bringing History to Life | Civics Education Resources from the National Archives

In the second session of Teach 250: Inspiring a More Perfect Union, join the National Archives Foundation to support civics education in your classroom. Discover how to bring history to life using primary sources, interactive tools, and classroom-ready resources from the National Archives.

Teach 250: Introducing the National Mall Gateway from the Lockkeeper's House
Oct 7
Teach 250: Introducing the National Mall Gateway from the Lockkeeper's House

Educators are invited to join the Trust for the National Mall, National Park Service and Destination DC to kick off this year's series of Teach 250: Inspiring a More Perfect Union. In this session, we will show you how to use the Gateway to explore the Lockkeeper’s House, as an example of ways teachers can use the platform in their classroom and to prepare for on-site visits.

Monumental Conversation With Governors Wes Moore and Glenn Youngkin
Sep 18
Monumental Conversation With Governors Wes Moore and Glenn Youngkin

The Trust for the National Mall invites you to join us for a special conversation with the governors and first ladies of Maryland and Virginia.

 
Featured Projects
BloomCam
BloomCam

The Trust for the National Mall, The National Cherry Blossom Festival and the National Park Service are thrilled to announce the introduction of the #BloomCam, to allow people to virtually monitor DC’s famous budding cherry blossom trees along the Tidal Basin in real time as they bloom.

Save the Tidal Basin
Save the Tidal Basin

The first phase of our three-year National Treasure initiative with the National Trust for Historic Preservation will be to design, host, and share results from an Ideas Lab presented by American Express—a forum for generating a bold, ambitious, and integrated vision for the Tidal Basin.