Calendar of Events
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June 22 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EDTTake on the roles of researchers and archivists for a day! (Best for children in grades 5 and over.) -
June 30 Saturday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDT
Taste American Heritage® Chocolate at the National Archives Store -
June 30 Saturday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDTPerformance by the Malcolm X Drummers on the Constitution Avenue steps -
July 1 Sunday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDTTaste American Heritage® Chocolate at the National Archives Store -
July 1 Sunday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDTPerformance by Mark H. Taiko on the Constitution Avenue steps -
July 2 Monday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDTInteractive performance by GottaSwing on the Constitution Avenue steps -
July 3 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EDT
Balloon art by Carbone Balloons and face painting by DC Face Painting on the Constitution Avenue steps -
July 4 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EDTCelebrate Independence Day with a reading of the Declaration of Independence, musical performances, historical reenactors, and family activities! -
July 9 Monday
Washington, DC - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDTFind out about your family's roots in this week-long camp for kids ages 12 and up. -
July 9 Monday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
David Margolick explores the untold story of the complex and ever-evolving relationship between these two American icons. -
July 10 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDTFind out about your family's roots in this week-long camp for kids ages 12 and up. -
July 11 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDTFind out about your family's roots in this week-long camp for kids ages 12 and up. -
July 12 Thursday
Washington, DC - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDTFind out about your family's roots in this week-long camp for kids ages 12 and up. -
July 13 Friday
Washington, DC - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDTFind out about your family's roots in this week-long camp for kids ages 12 and up. -
July 17 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
Stuart Eizenstat gives a comprehensive history of an underappreciated President—and an intimate view on how the Presidency works. -
July 18 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
A small group of Green Berets held their position during one of the most intense Special Forces battles of the Vietnam War. -
July 19 Thursday
Washington, DC - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EDT
Take on the role of researchers and archivists for a day! .(For children in grades 4 and under) -
July 20 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EDT
Take on the role of researchers and archivists for a day! .(For children in grades 5 and up) -
July 20 Friday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDTThe third in a series of archival selections from the National Archives’ motion picture holdings related to the war in Vietnam. -
July 24 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EDT
Kate Andersen Brower explores the lives and roles of 13 modern Vice Presidents. -
July 25 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDT
Explore National Archives records to discover the art and innovation of telling time by the sun as the North American Sundial Society helps to unlock the mysteries of this timeless technology. -
August 8 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDT
Flying saucers, mythical creatures, and secret codes! Investigate and solve a brand-new mystery with some of the more curious records of the National Archives. -
September 13 Thursday
Washington, DC - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDTEducators: Come for a special after-hours viewing of National Archives exhibits and learn about resources and workshops. -
October 13 Saturday
Washington, DC - 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. EDT
Have you ever wondered what happens in a museum after the building closes and the lights go out? Now’s your chance! -
April 4 Thursday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDTView rarely seen objects, documents, and photographs that highlight Betty Ford’s courage and candor when speaking publicly about her own personal battle with breast cancer.