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The Museum Support Center
Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 9 a.m.
The Smithsonian has one of the largest collections in the world, from giant whale skulls to tiny insects. See first-hand where these research and exhibition specimens are kept, at the Museum Support Center in Suitland, Maryland. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the vast number of artifacts with staff who work at the facility.
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Battle of Monmouth
Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 7 a.m.
The Battle of Monmouth was the longest sustained battle of the Revolutionary War. Join historian Ed Bearss as he walks in the footsteps of Gen. George Washington and others who stood tall on that last major engagement in the northern theater.
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Battle of the Wilderness
Sunday, February 14, 2010 at 8 a.m.
Included in this tour led by Civil War historian Ed Bearss are sites of significant activity, such as the Germanna Ford on the Rapidan River and along the Plank Road, where some of the worst fighting took place. Combined casualties in this battle are estimated at about 29,800 killed.
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American University Museum at Katzen Arts Center
Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Resident Members Only: Visit the Katzen Arts Center at American University featuring an extraordinary 30,000 square foot art museum with a variety of gallery spaces showcasing contemporary art from the nation’s capital region and from around the world.
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Chinese Treasures in Washington
Friday, February 26, 2010 at 9 a.m.
Resident Members Only: The ancient terra-cotta warriors of China are making a rare visit to the United States. Not the entire army of statues that was buried almost 2,000 years ago, of course, but we will see 15 of them at the National Geographic museum as part of our tour of Chinese treasures in Washington.
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Early’s Advance on Washington
Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 7:30 a.m.
In early July 1864, more than 15,000 combat-hardened veterans of Gen. Robert E. Lee’s army of Northern Virginia led by Lt. Gen. Jubal A. Early swept down the Shenandoah Valley. Crossing the Potomac River near Sharpsburg, Md., they lunged toward Washington. With Gen. Ulysses S. Grant and the Armies of the Potomac and the James stymied in front of Richmond and Petersburg more than 100 miles to the south, the fate of the nation momentarily hung in the balance. Civil War authority Ed Bearss leads the tour.
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American University Museum at Katzen Arts Center
Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 11 a.m.
Resident Members Only: Visit the Katzen Arts Center at American University featuring an extraordinary 30,000 square foot art museum with a variety of gallery spaces showcasing contemporary art from the nation’s capital region and from around the world.
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Civil War in Culpeper and Orange Counties
Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 8 a.m.
Civil War authority Ed Bearss leads this tour exploring a strategic travel route between Washington and Richmond, used during significant campaigns. Some little-known battles are also interpreted along the way.
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The 2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show, “Passport to the World”
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 9:30 a.m.
Join Horticulturalist Cindy Brown in a tour of the 2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show, the largest and longest-running indoor flower show in the world. The massive Showcase Gardens will take visitors on an exotic journey to dozens of destinations around the globe.
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The 2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show, “Passport to the World”
Friday, March 5, 2010 at 9:30 a.m.
Join Horticulturalist Cindy Brown in a tour of the 2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show, the largest and longest-running indoor flower show in the world. The massive Showcase Gardens will take visitors on an exotic journey to dozens of destinations around the globe.
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18th-Century Clothing and Customs: Fredericksburg, Virginia
Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 9 a.m.
Learn about the customs and culture of 18th-century society during a full day in Fredericksburg. Tour includes visits to Rising Sun Tavern, Hugh Mercer Apothecary, lunch is at the Inn at Fredericksburg Square, and free time to explore Caroline Street in the heart of the historic district.
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Chinese Treasures in Washington
Friday, March 12, 2010 at 9 a.m.
Resident Members Only: The ancient terra-cotta warriors of China are making a rare visit to the United States. Not the entire army of statues that was buried almost 2,000 years ago, of course, but we will see 15 of them at the National Geographic museum as part of our tour of Chinese treasures in Washington.
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Spectacular Temples of Freemasonry
Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 9 a.m.
Freemasonry, the world’s oldest fraternal organization, is also one of the oldest organizations in the city of Washington, where Masons participated in the laying of cornerstones of the White House and the U.S. Capitol. Gary Scott, Past Master and 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, leads this tour that includes some of the most significant architectural treasures of Washington.
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A Day at the Baltimore Museum of Art
Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 9:30 a.m.
Take a guided tour of the exhibition Cezanne and American Modernism at the Baltimore Museum of Art as well as BMA’s extraordinary Cone Collection, which features masterpieces by Matisse, Cezanne, Gauguin, and Van Gogh.
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Spectacular Temples of Freemasonry
Wednesday, March 24, 2010 at 9 a.m.
Freemasonry, the world’s oldest fraternal organization, is also one of the oldest organizations in the city of Washington, where Masons participated in the laying of cornerstones of the White House and the U.S. Capitol. Gary Scott, Past Master and 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, leads this tour that includes some of the most significant architectural treasures of Washington.
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A Preamble to the 2010 Smithsonian Craft Show
Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 9 a.m.
Resident Members Only: Refine your knowledge of craft as art by visiting three award-winning artists from previous Smithsonian Craft Shows: Machiko Shishido (porcelain), Nebiur Arellano (silk painting), and Namu Cho (jewelry).
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Historic Treasury Building
Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 10:30 a.m.
Members Only: Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1972, this magnificent granite structure in the Greek Revival Style was constructed over a period of 33 years between 1836 and 1869. It houses one of the oldest and most intact collections of fine and decorative arts in the Executive Branch. Highlights include the restored Salmon P. Chase and Andrew Johnson Suites, the Cash room, and the restored gilded West Dome and Lobby.
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Historic Treasury Building
Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11:15 a.m.
Members Only: Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1972, this magnificent granite structure in the Greek Revival Style was constructed over a period of 33 years between 1836 and 1869. It houses one of the oldest and most intact collections of fine and decorative arts in the Executive Branch. Highlights include the restored Salmon P. Chase and Andrew Johnson Suites, the Cash room, and the restored gilded West Dome and Lobby.
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Battle of Spotsylvania Court House
Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 8 a.m.
Join Civil War historian Ed Bearss as he explores the historic events following the Battle of the Wilderness. The tour includes the Bloody Angle and Harris Farm.
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Arts of the Indian Subcontinent
Thursday, April 1, 2010 at 10 a.m.
A docent-led tour provides history and commentary on treasures at the Smithsonian’s Freer Gallery of Art. Join collections staff behind the scenes to see pieces of art that are currently not on view.
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Booth’s Escape Route
Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 8 a.m.
Fleeing Ford's Theatre on the night of April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth traveled through Maryland into Virginia, where, a few days later, he was found, shot, and died of his wounds. During this day-long bus tour, Civil War authority Ed Bearss retraces Booth's escape route and reveals the personalities and intrigues surrounding the assassination. Special Itinerary!
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Arts of the Indian Subcontinent
Friday, April 9, 2010 at 10 a.m.
A docent-led tour provides history and commentary on treasures at the Smithsonian’s Freer Gallery of Art. Join collections staff behind the scenes to see pieces of art that are currently not on view.
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Walking the Great Falls Canals of Virginia and Maryland
Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 9:30 a.m.
Get out and stretch your legs on this spectacular tour that looks at more than 200 years of canal history on both sides of the Potomac River at the Great Falls. Canal historian Karen Gray leads this tour.
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Historic Treasury Building
Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 10:30 a.m.
Members Only: Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1972, this magnificent granite structure in the Greek Revival Style was constructed over a period of 33 years between 1836 and 1869. It houses one of the oldest and most intact collections of fine and decorative arts in the Executive Branch. Highlights include the restored Salmon P. Chase and Andrew Johnson Suites, the Cash room, and the restored gilded West Dome and Lobby.
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Historic Treasury Building
Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 11:15 a.m.
Members Only: Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1972, this magnificent granite structure in the Greek Revival Style was constructed over a period of 33 years between 1836 and 1869. It houses one of the oldest and most intact collections of fine and decorative arts in the Executive Branch. Highlights include the restored Salmon P. Chase and Andrew Johnson Suites, the Cash room, and the restored gilded West Dome and Lobby.
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Battle of Spotsylvania Court House
Sunday, April 11, 2010 at 8 a.m.
Join Civil War historian Ed Bearss as he explores the historic events following the Battle of the Wilderness. The tour includes the Bloody Angle and Harris Farm.
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Wheaton Arts: More than 200 Years of Glassmaking in America
Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 7 a.m.
Led by museum education consultant Sheila Pinsker, this trip includes a guided tour of Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center and its behind-the-scenes area, glassmaking demonstrations, and ample free time to explore.
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Caverns of the Shenandoah
Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 7:30 a.m.
In this in-depth tour of three renowned Virginia caves in the Shenandoah Valley, veteran caver and speleologist Greg Clemmer highlights insights into the discovery of each cave, outstanding historic and geological features, and plenty of anecdotes about today’s caves and cavers.
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Arts of the Indian Subcontinent
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 10 a.m.
A docent-led tour provides history and commentary on treasures at the Smithsonian’s Freer Gallery of Art. Join collections staff behind the scenes to see pieces of art that are currently not on view.
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Spring Bird Watching on the Delmarva Peninsula
Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 7 a.m.
Spend a spring weekend visiting some of the best birding hotspots in D.C, Virginia and Maryland. Join study leaders Andy Sprenger and Brent Steury on this species-rich tour that will include birding at Chincoteague Island, E.A. Vaughn Wildlife Management Area, Pocomoke State Forest, and D.C.'s Rock Creek Park.
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Indian Markets
Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 10 a.m.
Learn about the different types of rice available, how to buy cumin, and how to tell if okra is fresh. Indian-born food writer, cookbook author, and Washington Post columnist Monica Bhide takes us to explore the aisles of an Indian grocery store.
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Indian Markets
Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at 10 a.m.
Learn about the different types of rice available, how to buy cumin, and how to tell if okra is fresh. Indian-born food writer, cookbook author, and Washington Post columnist Monica Bhide takes us to explore the aisles of an Indian grocery store.
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Booth’s Escape Route
Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 8 a.m.
Fleeing Ford's Theatre on the night of April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth traveled through Maryland into Virginia, where, a few days later, he was found, shot, and died of his wounds. During this day-long bus tour, Civil War authority Ed Bearss retraces Booth's escape route and reveals the personalities and intrigues surrounding the assassination. Special Itinerary!
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Indian Markets
Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 10 a.m.
Learn about the different types of rice available, how to buy cumin, and how to tell if okra is fresh. Indian-born food writer, cookbook author, and Washington Post columnist Monica Bhide takes us to explore the aisles of an Indian grocery store.
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