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National Mall

Daytime Solar Observing

National Air and Space Museum

Apr 18, 2025 - Apr 16, 2027

Use a filtered telescope to observe the Sun safely.

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National Mall

Sungazing the National Air and Space Mus...

National Air and Space Museum

Apr 18, 2025 - Apr 26, 2025

Observe the Sun safely using a filtered telescope.

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Georgetown

Friday Night Live Music

Pinstripes

Apr 18, 2025 - Apr 16, 2027

Enjoy Live Music Every Friday Night at Pinstripes Georgetown

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19

2025

Capitol Hill

Shakespeare's Birthday Celebration

Folger Shakespeare Library

Apr 19, 2025

Shakespeare's Birthday Celebration

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Mount Vernon Square

FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Market

Mount Vernon Triangle Community Improvement District

Apr 19, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025

Weekly outdoor farmers market selling fresh & local produce, prepared foods, eggs, coffee, and other goods in the heart of Washington, DC.

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Georgetown

House of Sweden Exhibits

Apr 19, 2025 - Mar 28, 2027

Weekend fun at the House of Sweden!

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Downtown

Tour: Celebrating Earth Day

National Museum of Women in the Arts

Apr 19, 2025

Explore how artists draw inspiration from the natural world.

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Capitol Hill

The Flea Market at Eastern Market

Apr 20, 2025 - May 25, 2025

The most eclectic market in DC!

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Daytime Solar Observing

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Sungazing the National Air and Space Mus...

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Friday Night Live Music

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Shakespeare's Birthday Celebration

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FRESHFARM Mount Vernon Triangle Market

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House of Sweden Exhibits

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Tour: Celebrating Earth Day

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The Flea Market at Eastern Market