Events/Things To Do

How did people around the United States feel after the death of President Abraham Lincoln? What did they say? Ford’s Education examines primary sources to reveal how individuals reacted to a time of uncertainty following Lincoln’s assassination. Recommended for grades 5 and up. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApd-uupjkqGdI1t0ODrXcOfG56ytV0g2m5/?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=092220-7pm%3AMKTAppeal%3ASavetheDateforVirtualEvents(Press)&utm_content=version_A

Ford’s Theatre and The National Mall and Memorial Parks explore what Washington, D.C., was like for President Lincoln and how the city has grown and changed over time. Examine places that mattered to Lincoln during his lifetime and places where he matters to us today,… Read More

The Petersen House is known as the place where President Lincoln died. But have you ever wondered about the people who lived there? Ford’s Education introduces you to the people who lived in the Petersen Boarding House and their neighbors. Learn how the house became… Read More

HalfSmoke, located in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, DC at 651 Florida Avenue, NW, 20001, is hosting a dog-friendly happy hour benefiting Rural Dog Rescue this Monday, October 19, from 5-7 PM. Representatives from the rescue will be on-hand along with two dogs, which will be available for… Read More

This year DC-based, national non-profit the Colorectal Cancer Alliance’s Blue Hope Bash goes nationwide welcoming an entire nation for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the community to unite and confront present-day challenges. The free virtual event will be a live national broadcast that will help raise… Read More

Opaline Bar & Brasserie’s outdoor patio is celebrating Halloween on Saturday, October 31st from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  Guests will enjoy specially-priced, spooktacular cocktails, mocktails and the happy hour menu.  The sounds of award-winning electric violinist, Jason Labrador, will be provided by Bialek’s Music. Cocktails – $15… Read More