Tours
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 | Mount Vernon in the Civil War Walking Tour George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens Through Sun, June 30 Explore historic locations and listen to dramatic Civil War stories – from the life-risking efforts of the estate's earliest caretakers to battlefield cannon fire rumbling the Mansion! |
 | Dinner for the Washingtons Walking Tour George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens Through Sun, June 30 The one-hour walking tour showcases food, hospitality, and dining at Mount Vernon by taking an in-depth look at locations around the Estate, including the basement cellar. The tour concludes in Mount Vernon's greenhouse with a toast to Washington and a sample of food based on an 18th century recipe. |
 | History on Foot: Detective McDevitt Ford's Theatre Wed, May 22 through Sat, August 31 On the night of April 14, 1865, Detective James McDevitt was on duty at the Washington Metropolitan Police headquarters, a half-block from Ford's Theatre. Just before 10:30, frantic witnesses rushed in with horrifying news: President Lincoln had been shot at the theatre. Join Detective McDevitt as he revisits the sites and reexamines the clues from the investigation into the Lincoln Assassination Conspiracy. |
 | Tudor Place and the Civil War Home Front:
House and Walking Tours Tudor Place Historic House and Garden Fri, June 14 through Fri, October 11 On a special house tour, learn about those who lived on the estate and the enslaved workers who served them when war brought uncertain times to Tudor Place. |
 | Slave Life at Mount Vernon Tour George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens Through Fri, November 1 Tours of slave life and gardens enrich the visitor experience by providing in-depth knowledge of these fascinating subjects during the 45-minute guided walking tours, included with admission. |
Highlights
| Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob. All-Day Tour Sat, May 25 Holiday Inn Capitol-Smithsonian Associates Tours |
| A Mountain Rail Extravaganza: The Cass Scenic Railroad and Other West Virginia Excursions. Overnight Tour Fri, June 14 Mayflower Hotel - Smithsonian Associates Tours |
| Jewish History in Baltimore. All-Day Tour Sun, June 23 Holiday Inn Capitol-Smithsonian Associates Tours |
| Bus Tour of Mt. Rainier Artist Studios Sat, June 29 Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum |