Theater - Necessary Sacrifices
The Ford"s Theatre Society presents the world premiere of the newly commissioned play Necessary Sacrifices by Richard Hellesen, directed by Jennifer L. Nelson from January 20-February 12, 2012. Necessary Sacrifices... culturaltourismdc.org
Tasting The Past: A Chocolate Sampler
A sweet event for your sweetie!Taste your way through the history of chocolate in America, from its beginnings as a breakfast beverage to the confection that we know today. Ages 21 & up Registration required by Februa... culturecapital.com
Lecture - Isachar Zacharie: Lincolns Chiropodistand Peace Envoy
Celebrate Presidents" Day with our noontime program about Isachar Zacharie, a chiropodist whom President Abraham Lincoln trusted not only with his feet but with a peace mission to the Confederacy. Includes new reve... culturaltourismdc.org
George Washington's Birthday Weekend
Celebrate the nation's first president at his Estate at Mount Vernon. The day begins with breakfast for the General. George Washington's favorite breakfast was "hoecakes swimming in butter and honey." Join "General Wa... culturecapital.com
The Plummers' Kitchen And Closet
Two hundred years ago, the United States declared war on Great Britain. In the next three years, events throughout the county, state, and nation will commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. Riversdale include... culturecapital.com
What To Wear? A Guide To American Clothing
Two hundred years ago, the United States declared war on Great Britain. In the next three years, events throughout the county, state, and nation will commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. Riversdale include... culturecapital.com
Hands-on History: The Curator's Apprentice
Children ages 8 to 12 will go behind the scenes to learn what it takes to maintain and interpret an historic house museum. Registration required by March 16. culturecapital.com
Quarterly Lecture: The War Of 1812 In Maryland
Two hundred years ago, the United States declared war on Great Britain. In the next three years, events throughout the county, state, and nation will commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. Riversdale include... culturecapital.com
Tavern Night
Join us for an evening of rousing entertainment by the Ship's Company Chanteymen and partake of tavern-style food and beverages. Ages 21 & up Registration required by March 30. culturecapital.com
The 1812 Woman
Two hundred years ago, the United States declared war on Great Britain. In the next three years, events throughout the county, state, and nation will commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. Riversdale include... culturecapital.com
Father's Day Tours
Bring your father, father-in-law, grandfather, or other special gentleman for a FREE guided tour of the house. Limited to one free tour per paid admission. culturecapital.com
Seasonal Selections: From Garden To Table
Using produce from the garden and orchard, Kitchen Guild members demonstrate foodways in the dependency kitchen. Selections are inspired by the traditional seasonal cycles of a 19th century farm. Drop by to watch them... culturecapital.com
Mount Vernon Salutes Veterans
FREE admission for active duty, former, and retired military personnel! A FREE community concert by an all-veteran barbershop chorus, singing traditional tunes and a military medley, takes place at 11 a.m. in the Robert H. ... virginia.org