Show-off your city to your friends and family! Learn something new about your city this month! District of Columbia residents, as well as residents within a 50 mile radius can take advantage of some of our tours and attractions for FREE when accompanied by a full fare adult paid guest with Hometown Pass!
Sofitel Washington, DC, Lafayette Square, 806 15th St. NW
On display at the Hotel Sofitel, celebrated artist Maggie O’Neill shares the paintings from her First Lady Collection in the windows of the Opaline Bar & Brasserie. Daily 8 am to Midnight.
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Sketching in Clay Exhibition
National Gallery of Art, 4th St. & Constitution Ave.
Regarded as the greatest neoclassical artists, the Antonio Canova (1757–1822), is known mostly for his marble sculptures. Using clay as models for his large pieces, this exhibit features the 30 of some 60 or so surviving models and reveals the artist’s extraordinary working process. Daily, 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
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Janet Echelman
Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, 1700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Janet Echelman’s colorful fiber and lighting installation, suspended from the ceiling of the Renwick Gallery’s Grand Salon, is a sensation for the eyes.
Tours of the Historic Decatur House
1610 H Street NW
With a front row seat to American history, the Decatur House has hosted foreign and American dignitaries, secretaries of state, members of Congress, and a vice president, in addition to numerous free and enslaved servants who played a pivotal role in shaping America since 1818. The White House Historical Association offers free public tours of the historic Decatur House every Monday, excluding federal holidays and the Monday following Thanksgiving. 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM.
Lunchtime Market
City Center DC, 10th & I Street, NW
Shop for delicious prepared foods, fresh produce, baked goods, and more. Whether you’re looking for something to eat now, or food to take home, or both, CityCenterDC has got you covered! In addition to fresh, local produce from our region’s finest farms, this market offers many delicious lunch options, all featuring local and seasonal ingredients, from wood-fired pizza to tacos to kimchi! 11:00 AM to 02:00 PM.
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Smithsonian Craft2Wear
National Building Museum, 401 F St, NW
Three days of shopping for the finest in contemporary wearable craft and home design.
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Mt. Vernon Wine Festival and Sunset Tour
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is at its scenic best when fall rolls around, so it’s fitting that the historic estate hosts this special celebration of wine followed by a sunset tour of the property. Bring along a blanket and chill out on the east lawn, which overlooks the Potomac River. Virginia wines will be available for sampling. Fruit and cheese boxes to accompany your wine are available for purchase in advance.
Tours of the Historic Decatur House
1610 H Street NW
With a front row seat to American history, the Decatur House has hosted foreign and American dignitaries, secretaries of state, members of Congress, and a vice president, in addition to numerous free and enslaved servants who played a pivotal role in shaping America since 1818. The White House Historical Association offers free public tours of the historic Decatur House every Monday, excluding federal holidays and the Monday following Thanksgiving. 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM.
Tours of the Historic Decatur House
1610 H Street NW
With a front row seat to American history, the Decatur House has hosted foreign and American dignitaries, secretaries of state, members of Congress, and a vice president, in addition to numerous free and enslaved servants who played a pivotal role in shaping America since 1818. The White House Historical Association offers free public tours of the historic Decatur House every Monday, excluding federal holidays and the Monday following Thanksgiving. 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM.
Tours of the Historic Decatur House
1610 H Street NW
With a front row seat to American history, the Decatur House has hosted foreign and American dignitaries, secretaries of state, members of Congress, and a vice president, in addition to numerous free and enslaved servants who played a pivotal role in shaping America since 1818. The White House Historical Association offers free public tours of the historic Decatur House every Monday, excluding federal holidays and the Monday following Thanksgiving. 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM.
Tours of the Historic Decatur House
1610 H Street NW
With a front row seat to American history, the Decatur House has hosted foreign and American dignitaries, secretaries of state, members of Congress, and a vice president, in addition to numerous free and enslaved servants who played a pivotal role in shaping America since 1818. The White House Historical Association offers free public tours of the historic Decatur House every Monday, excluding federal holidays and the Monday following Thanksgiving. 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM.
