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Families — on March 14, 2026, step into a world where lines, shapes, and stories come to life at The Big Draw!

This all-day festival at the National Building Museum (NBM) invites families to explore the magic of drawing as a tool for communication, creativity, and design. Featuring the Caldecott Medal-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay, The Big Draw is filled with hands-on workshops, live demonstrations, and interactive activities sure to spark imaginations.

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Join Macaulay as he leads live drawing demonstrations or Illustrator Trap Bob for a Coloring Book Workshop. Enjoy interactive experiences, like making chalk art and sketching the NBM. For little ones and the young at heart, don’t miss the storytime sessions that will bring illustrated tales to life!

Plan your day! See the full schedule of The Big Draw online.

Details:
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Date:
Mar 14, 2026

Location:
National Building Museum ∙ Wash, DC

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Disclaimer: Event details are curated from public sources and subject to change. Verify all information via the provided links before attending.

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