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“A Night at the World’s Fair: A Celebration at the Arts and Industries Building”

Calendar
Tickets
When:
June 11, 2016 @ 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
2016-06-11T20:00:00-04:00
2016-06-11T23:00:00-04:00
Where:
Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building
900 Jefferson Dr SW
Washington, DC 20560
USA
Cost:
$50
Arts/Theatre Other Entertainment

WHAT:  SMITHSONIAN at 8 presents “A Night at the World’s Fair: A Celebration at the Arts and Industries Building”

WHEN: Saturday, June 11, 8 to 11 p.m. (7 to 11 p.m. for VIP ticket-holders)

WHERE: Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building, 900 Jefferson Drive, S.W. (Enter on Jefferson Drive- Mall side)

Step inside the spectacular Arts and Industries Building for a grand party with a taste of world’s fair history. The Smithsonian’s most beautiful (and secret) space comes to life with music, roving performers, dancing, drinks and midway-inspired food, games and more.

Because of extended renovations, the public hasn’t entered this 1881 architectural treasure for 12 years. But SMITHSONIAN at 8 takes you inside!

The evening includes:

  • Music by DJ Trayze
  • Carnival games, trivia, and a photo booth
  • World’s fair fare inspired by foods that debuted at World’s Fairs, and a cash bar by Tortoise and Hare
  • A rare close-up look (and Instagram opportunity) at the stunning Arts and Industries Building*

Take your fashion cues from your favorite world’s fair era and you might take home a prize. Find your style inspiration in Victorian London, site of the celebrated Crystal Palace, or Belle Epoque Paris, where the Eiffel Tower astonished visitors to the Exposition Universelle of 1889. Or choose an all-American look that reflects the period of the dazzling World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893 or the World of Tomorrow imagined at the New York fair of 1939. 

SPECIAL FEATURES FOR VIP TICKET-HOLDERS: Guests enjoy an open bar all night, as well as exclusive early access to the event from 7 to 8 p.m., featuring a bar that includes specialty cocktails and small bites. All VIP ticket-holders will also receive a complimentary Smithsonian Associates membership at the Resident Associate level to enjoy a discount to more exciting programs throughout the year!

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS include two complimentary drinks and carnival snacks.

General admission $50 (Includes two complimentary drinks and carnival snacks)

VIP admission $100 (Open bar all night, as well as exclusive early access to the event from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring a bar that includes specialty cocktails and small bites.)

SPECIAL OFFER: Buy TWO General admission tickets for $75 — 25% Savings* ($37.50 per ticket when purchased as a combo)

If tickets are available at the door, prices will increase to $60 for General Admission and $125 for VIP Admission.

All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.

Must be 21 years old with valid photo ID to attend.

 

For tickets and further information the public may call 202-633-3030 or visit www.SMITHSONIANat8.com

 

*The Arts and Industries Building is still a work in progress—SMITHSONIAN at 8 offers special access into the building, but not all areas are open during the event.

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