Thirty artists from across the Americas gathered in D.C. this weekend for the National Museum of the American Indian’s annual market, sharing work rooted in tradition.
The National Capital Planning Commission approves placement of the monument in Constitution Gardens. Visitors to the Mall welcome the news and wonder why it took so long.
Despite the recent shooting of two National Guard soldiers late last month, hundreds attended the National Christmas Tree lighting last night in Washington, D.C. Guests of the event dismissed safety concerns, focusing...
Some Black women are opting out of protests after feeling unheard in the 2024 presidential election.
The Rubell Museum in Southwest remains open even as Smithsonian museums and the National Gallery temporarily shut down.
Tens of thousands gathered at the National Mall in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, draped in the white and blue flag of Israel, as they came together to denounce antisemitism.
A white nationalist hate group descended on the National Mall, sparking immense police presence. However, the demonstration was eclipsed by a disorganized departure which caused significant traffic disruptions.
The National Park Service will begin major seawall repairs at the National Mall Tidal Basin in 2022 to curb major flooding. But the $500 million project will be a temporary fix to the larger threats of rising sea levels...
Thousands of women rallied at the Women’s March on Saturday, hosted by groups like Planned Parenthood, the women of the Piscataway Nation and Black Lives Matter D.C. Participants protested the recent nomination of Amy...
Mayor Bowser extends Phase 2 of D.C.'s reopening plan until the end of the year, but museums in the District are starting to open, welcoming visitors and locals with open, but socially-distanced arms.
After a three-year safety and security renovation, the Washington Monument reopened to the public Thursday but not without controversy. Upgraded security and ticketing requirements created confusion and a lot of...
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