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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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SUMMARY:Tinkerfest @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to tinker the day away! \nTinkerfest takes over the National Children’s Museum on October 4\, 2026 — a one-day celebration of curiosity\, creativity\, and hands-on STEAM learning for all ages! \nPartner organizations from across the region join the fun for a day packed with activities\, not only inside the Museum\, but outside on Woodrow Wilson Plaza\, too. \n\nPartner Activations on Woodrow Wilson Plaza\nFree & open to the public! Tinkerers from a dozen partner organizations take over the plaza with live demonstrations\, showcases\, and hands-on activities all day long.\nTechnology Take-Apart\nPeek inside everyday tech by taking apart old\, broken devices with simple tools — a crowd favorite for curious kids!\nLarge-Scale Printmaking\nPress\, roll\, and stomp everyday objects across large sheets of fabric to create designs\, and leave your mark on a final exhibit installation with NCM’s Tinkerer-in-Residence.\nTinkering with Textiles\nDesign a custom quilt block with precut felt shapes while exploring shapes\, patterns\, and patchwork basics.\nZoetrope Pop-Up\nDraw a sequence of images on paper strips\, then watch your story move inside a zoetrope — stop-motion animation at its simplest!\nChain Reaction Challenge\nLine up blocks\, ramps\, and balls\, then tinker with timing\, spacing\, and placement to trigger the perfect chain reaction.\nSTEAM Storytime\nListen to Boxitects by Kim Smith\, then become a Boxitect yourself and team up to build a collaborative structure from large cardboard pieces.\nBalance Pop-Up\nTinker with wire sculptures and discover what it takes to keep everything steady.\nBike Spirographs\nTurn real bicycle gears into oversized spirograph cogs and create bold geometric patterns — seriously cool!\n\nOutdoor programming on Woodrow Wilson Plaza is free and open to the public\, while indoor activities require Museum admission. \nCan’t make it on October 4? Stop by the Tinkerfest Preview on October 3 for a sneak peek of indoor pop-ups!
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-tinkerfest-2026/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Outdoor Fun,Regional
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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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SUMMARY:Tinkerfest Preview @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Tinkerfest Preview on October 3\, 2026\, for a sneak peek of indoor pop-ups! \nThen\, on October 4\, Tinkerfest — a one-day celebration of curiosity\, creativity\, and hands-on STEAM learning for all ages – takes over the National Children’s Museum!
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-tinkerfest-preview-10-3/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221557Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T163000
DTSTAMP:20260929T221557Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T163000
DTSTAMP:20260929T221557Z
CREATED:20260908T211448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221557Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T163000
DTSTAMP:20260929T221557Z
CREATED:20260908T211448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T221557Z
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SUMMARY:Dinosaurs-Themed Play @ the National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T163000
DTSTAMP:20260914T214620Z
CREATED:20260908T211823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T214620Z
UID:10168680-1790415000-1790440200@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Opening Day: Dinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice @ the NCM
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. \nAlongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall goes prehistoric this fall! \nDinosaurs: Land of Fire & Ice\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from September 26\, 2026-January 10\, 2027\, travel back to the Cretaceous period and come face-to-face with mighty dinosaurs\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into a prehistoric world built for climbing\, crawling\, and whole-body play! \nCrawl under a volcano\, wind through an icy tunnel\, and bounce across a bog while exploring prehistoric habitats. Little ones can climb\, pose with larger-than-life dinosaurs\, uncover fossils at the big dig\, and discover fun facts along the way. Hands-on activities include fossil matching\, food chain puzzles\, animated dinosaur creations\, play tables\, dress-up fun\, and an eye spy scavenger hunt. Recommended for learners ages 3-10 and their families. \nYou’ll find the Visiting Exhibit Hall on the Exhibit Level\, one level down from the main entrance\, next to the Tinkering Corner and Rigamajig. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-dino-od/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260914T214603Z
CREATED:20260909T192615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T214603Z
UID:10168730-1790413200-1790438400@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Worldwide Day of Play @ the NCM
DESCRIPTION:Screens off\, play ON! On September 26\, 2026\, the National Children’s Museum joins Nickelodeon and the Association of Children’s Museums for Worldwide Day of Play\, a global celebration that believes play is essential to learning\, creativity\, and connection. \nThere’s a full day of fun for the whole family! Explore pop-up activities happening throughout the museum\, including: \nA Quilt Book of Stars\nEnjoy an author reading and book signing of Quilt of Stars with former NASA astronaut Karen Nyberg. \nBurger Flip Challenge Pop-Up\nTest your engineering skills by launching “burger ingredients” into a stacking target using adjustable seesaws. \nDanny Joe’s Treehouse Performance\nSing\, dance\, and play along with a live performance from Danny Joe’s Treehouse \nPapel Picado\nCelebrate Mexican culture by designing your own papel Picado\, traditional decorative paper banners that can be displayed in the museum as part of the Placita Mágica exhibit. \nWorldwide Day of Play activities are included with general museum admission. (Admission is free for museum members and children under 1.)Learn more and purchase tickets at the link below.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-worldwide-day-of-play-9-26/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T121500
DTSTAMP:20260914T215327Z
CREATED:20260914T215327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T215327Z
UID:10168777-1790413200-1790424900@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:A Quilt of Stars Book Launch @ the NCM
DESCRIPTION:What does it take to turn a childhood dream into something extraordinary? Join astronaut Karen Nyberg and co-author Ann McCallum Staats for a special launch celebration of their new picture book\, A Quilt of Stars: Astronaut Karen Nyberg Stitches a Dream. \nIn this interactive family program on September 26\, 2026\, Nyberg and McCallum will bring Karen’s remarkable true story to life as they explore the dreams\, goals\, and many steps that took Karen from a child imagining the stars to living and working aboard the International Space Station. Children can enjoy a live reading of the story\, joining the conversation as they discover how Karen combined science\, creativity\, and her love of making—even while living in space. Young explorers can also participate in a star-making activity where they’ll use folding\, sewing\, and weaving techniques to create constellation-inspired art. \nThe celebration will include opportunities to meet Nyberg and McCallum and have books signed. Purchase tickets in advance online (link below).
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-a-quilt-of-stars-book-launch-9-26/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164596-1788687000-1788712200@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Social-National-Childrens-Museum-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164594-1788514200-1788539400@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164592-1788341400-1788366600@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164590-1788082200-1788107400@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Social-National-Childrens-Museum-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164588-1787909400-1787934600@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Social-National-Childrens-Museum-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164586-1787736600-1787761800@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Social-National-Childrens-Museum-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T200225Z
CREATED:20260804T200225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T200225Z
UID:10167640-1787479200-1787499000@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Pop-Ups @ National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:The National Children’s Museum is celebrating the start of a new school year with a weekend of pop-up play that preps young learners for returning to the classroom! From August 21-23\, 2026\, enjoy activities that let students stretch their learning muscles while exploring things like science\, geometry\, reading\, and mindfulness. \nHere’s the back-to-school pop-up schedule: \nAug 21\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Shape Builders\, Placita Mágica\n• 2-3:30 pm: Pinwheel Breathing\, Placita Mágica \nAug 22\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Pinwheel Breathing\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 10:30-11 am: Back-to-School Storytime\, DC Mural\n• 2-3:30 pm: Microscope Observations\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 2-3:30 pm: Get Ready Relay\, DC Mural \nAug 23\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Shape Builders\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 10:30-11 am: Back-to-School Storytime\, DC mural\n• 2-3:30 pm: Pinwheel Breathing\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 2-3:30 pm: Get Ready Relay\, DC Mural \nAt these fun and interactive activity stations\, children learn through play : \n• Pinwheel Breathing: Guests can get creative and develop the skill of self-regulation all in one fun activity. After creating their own unique pinwheel\, they can practice a simple\, tactile deep-breathing exercise that uses the pinwheel to help visually pace inhales and exhales. \n• Shape Builders: Little mathematicians can work out their geometry muscles\, taking on the challenge of combining smaller shapes to create larger ones. This activity exercises spatial reasoning and shape recognition through play! \n• Back-to-School Storytime: While enjoying a special back-to-school-themed storybook\, little readers break down the beginning\, middle\, and end of the story and strengthen comprehension. Through discussion and hands-on activities\, learners will practice sequencing events and understanding how stories are structured. \n• Microscopic Observation: Let’s explore the world around us! Little scientists can use microscopes to observe everyday objects\, discovering patterns\, shapes\, and textures through investigation. \n• Get Ready Relay: Little learners can strengthen their motor skills and confidence as they practice skills that help them get ready for school. Tie shoes\, put on coats\, fasten snaps\, and more! \nBack-to-School pop-up activities are included in general museum admission.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-back-to-school-pop-ups-2026/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
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SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T200225Z
CREATED:20260804T200225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T200225Z
UID:10167639-1787392800-1787412600@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Pop-Ups @ National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:The National Children’s Museum is celebrating the start of a new school year with a weekend of pop-up play that preps young learners for returning to the classroom! From August 21-23\, 2026\, enjoy activities that let students stretch their learning muscles while exploring things like science\, geometry\, reading\, and mindfulness. \nHere’s the back-to-school pop-up schedule: \nAug 21\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Shape Builders\, Placita Mágica\n• 2-3:30 pm: Pinwheel Breathing\, Placita Mágica \nAug 22\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Pinwheel Breathing\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 10:30-11 am: Back-to-School Storytime\, DC Mural\n• 2-3:30 pm: Microscope Observations\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 2-3:30 pm: Get Ready Relay\, DC Mural \nAug 23\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Shape Builders\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 10:30-11 am: Back-to-School Storytime\, DC mural\n• 2-3:30 pm: Pinwheel Breathing\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 2-3:30 pm: Get Ready Relay\, DC Mural \nAt these fun and interactive activity stations\, children learn through play : \n• Pinwheel Breathing: Guests can get creative and develop the skill of self-regulation all in one fun activity. After creating their own unique pinwheel\, they can practice a simple\, tactile deep-breathing exercise that uses the pinwheel to help visually pace inhales and exhales. \n• Shape Builders: Little mathematicians can work out their geometry muscles\, taking on the challenge of combining smaller shapes to create larger ones. This activity exercises spatial reasoning and shape recognition through play! \n• Back-to-School Storytime: While enjoying a special back-to-school-themed storybook\, little readers break down the beginning\, middle\, and end of the story and strengthen comprehension. Through discussion and hands-on activities\, learners will practice sequencing events and understanding how stories are structured. \n• Microscopic Observation: Let’s explore the world around us! Little scientists can use microscopes to observe everyday objects\, discovering patterns\, shapes\, and textures through investigation. \n• Get Ready Relay: Little learners can strengthen their motor skills and confidence as they practice skills that help them get ready for school. Tie shoes\, put on coats\, fasten snaps\, and more! \nBack-to-School pop-up activities are included in general museum admission.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-back-to-school-pop-ups-2026/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Logo-DullesMoms.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260804T200225Z
CREATED:20260804T200225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T200225Z
UID:10167638-1787306400-1787326200@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Pop-Ups @ National Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:The National Children’s Museum is celebrating the start of a new school year with a weekend of pop-up play that preps young learners for returning to the classroom! From August 21-23\, 2026\, enjoy activities that let students stretch their learning muscles while exploring things like science\, geometry\, reading\, and mindfulness. \nHere’s the back-to-school pop-up schedule: \nAug 21\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Shape Builders\, Placita Mágica\n• 2-3:30 pm: Pinwheel Breathing\, Placita Mágica \nAug 22\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Pinwheel Breathing\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 10:30-11 am: Back-to-School Storytime\, DC Mural\n• 2-3:30 pm: Microscope Observations\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 2-3:30 pm: Get Ready Relay\, DC Mural \nAug 23\, 2026\n• 10-11:30 am: Shape Builders\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 10:30-11 am: Back-to-School Storytime\, DC mural\n• 2-3:30 pm: Pinwheel Breathing\, Climate Action Heroes\n• 2-3:30 pm: Get Ready Relay\, DC Mural \nAt these fun and interactive activity stations\, children learn through play : \n• Pinwheel Breathing: Guests can get creative and develop the skill of self-regulation all in one fun activity. After creating their own unique pinwheel\, they can practice a simple\, tactile deep-breathing exercise that uses the pinwheel to help visually pace inhales and exhales. \n• Shape Builders: Little mathematicians can work out their geometry muscles\, taking on the challenge of combining smaller shapes to create larger ones. This activity exercises spatial reasoning and shape recognition through play! \n• Back-to-School Storytime: While enjoying a special back-to-school-themed storybook\, little readers break down the beginning\, middle\, and end of the story and strengthen comprehension. Through discussion and hands-on activities\, learners will practice sequencing events and understanding how stories are structured. \n• Microscopic Observation: Let’s explore the world around us! Little scientists can use microscopes to observe everyday objects\, discovering patterns\, shapes\, and textures through investigation. \n• Get Ready Relay: Little learners can strengthen their motor skills and confidence as they practice skills that help them get ready for school. Tie shoes\, put on coats\, fasten snaps\, and more! \nBack-to-School pop-up activities are included in general museum admission.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/ncm-back-to-school-pop-ups-2026/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Logo-DullesMoms.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164582-1787304600-1787329800@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164580-1787131800-1787157000@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260816T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164578-1786872600-1786897800@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164576-1786699800-1786725000@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164574-1786527000-1786552200@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dullesmoms.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Social-National-Childrens-Museum-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T093000
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SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
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SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T163000
DTSTAMP:20260908T210126Z
CREATED:20260720T173036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T210126Z
UID:10164568-1785922200-1785947400@dullesmoms.com
SUMMARY:Curious George @ National Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sparking curiosity and creativity in the littlest learners\, the National Children’s Museum is a family destination filled with STEM-powered interactive activities\, exhibits\, and experiences. Alongside the Museum’s permanent lineup\, its Visiting Exhibit Hall is filled with a lil’ monkey business! \nCurious George: Let’s Get Curious!\nDaily (except Tuesdays)\, from May 23-September 7\, 2026\, Step into the beloved neighborhood of Curious George\, the playful primate who has captured hearts and imaginations for 85 years\, as the Visiting Exhibit Hall transforms into an immersive\, STEM-powered adventure! \nOperate pulleys to move George across an apartment building\, putt through mini golf holes using pipes and ramps\, tend farm animals\, and build your own whirligig. This hands-on exhibit brings H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories to life in the most delightful ways. \nYoung visitors explore physics\, engineering\, and math through play: sorting produce at a sidewalk stand\, constructing buildings at a city worksite\, even stepping into the rocket George rode on his space adventure. Designed for learners ages 3-7 and their families\, and included with Museum admission. \nThere’s plenty more to explore\, too! Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their tenth\, these features are always worth a visit: \nDream Machine\nBest for ages 5-12\nClimb into the clouds on a three-story climber and slide. \nEngineering Games & Play\nBest for ages 3-12\nTry engineering and science concepts through the lens of your favorite sports and classic hands-on activities. \nLittle Dreamers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected cloud- and flight-themed area for infants and toddlers. \nData Science Alley\nBest for ages 3-12\nExplore figures and statistics through play\, and think about the data found in our day-to-day lives. \nArt & Tech\nBest for ages 3-10\nTap into your creativity with iconic friends from Nickelodeon. \nPlacita Magica\nBest for ages 3-12\nA special 50th anniversary exhibit that pays homage to the Capital Children’s Museum. \nWeather Worlds\nBest for ages 4-12\nShoot lightning bolts\, make it rain\, and more with this green screen experience. \nClimate Action Heroes\nBest for ages 4-12\nDiscover your special climate-action superpower through a physical flow quiz. \nLittle Movers\nBest for ages 0-3\nA protected free-movement space for infants and toddlers to build gross and fine motor skills. \nTinkering Corner\nBest for ages 3-12\nDesign\, create\, test\, and build in National Children’s Museum’s creative hub. \nLight House\nA hands-on maze where kids experiment with light and color\, created by the Museum’s artist-in-residence\, Katherine Tzu-Lan Mann.
URL:https://dullesmoms.com/event/gc-ncm-2/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:National Children’s Museum\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
CATEGORIES:1) Ages 5 & Under,2) Elem School-Age,3) Middle School-Age,Indoor Fun,Regional
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