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SUMMARY:STEAM Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum for a day of imagining your dream city! At STEAM Saturday\, kids will explore how we design\, plan\, and enjoy our community and public spaces. Share your ideas and get creative with talk-back boards and hands-on building challenges. \nIn the morning\, the Building Reader’s Club and DC Public Library will explore the design process behind local libraries\, featuring resources from the People’s Archive and the National Building Museum collection. Stay for the whole day or drop in for one activity! \nFamily Programming Schedule   \n10am-12:30pm- Explore the library design process \n10am-12:30pm- Contribute to the community library model \n1pm-3pm- Join STEAM Saturday Future Cities \n10am-4pm- Explore exhibits Coming Together and Brick City \nThe second Saturday of each month\, families are invited to join the National Building Museum for STEAM activities related to our Brick City exhibition. \nA special thank you to our sponsor MiTek. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/steam-saturday-2-5-6/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Building Readers Club November Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum and DC Public Library for a special Building Readers Club Day on library design! Explore the design process of local libraries with resources from the People’s Archive and the National Building Museum collection. Contribute to a community library model. Gather inspiration for future libraries and downtowns with exploration in the new exhibit Coming Together and building activities in the exhibit Brick City.   \nAfterwards\, join STEAM Saturday to continue building a future city.  \nProgram Schedule  \n10am-12:30pm- Explore the library design process  \n10am-12:30pm- Contribute to the community library model  \n1pm-3pm- Join STEAM Saturday Future Cities  \n10am-4pm- Explore exhibits Coming Together and Brick City  \nAbout The People’s Archive at DC Public Library  \nThe People’s Archive at DC Public Library is home to the dynamic collections that preserve and share the stories\, histories\, and voices of Washington\, D.C.’s diverse communities\, as well as the Black experience in the Unites States. It features materials—such as photographs\, oral histories\, documents\, and more—that highlight the vibrant local\, national and international history of DMV residents\, grassroots movements\, and cultural milestones\, making it a valuable resource for researchers\, historians\, and anyone interested in learning more about the city’s past and present. \nAbout The Building Readers Club \nThe Building Readers Club is your guide to explore the world of architecture\, engineering\, construction\, and design found in the pages of children’s books. The primary educational program of the National Building Museum’s exhibition Building Stories\, the Club provides suggested books to read and monthly activities to inspire children to find their place within a complex world and become agents of change for a more sustainable\, equitable future in their own neighborhoods and built communities. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/building-readers-club-nov/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T111500
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CREATED:20251030T170550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T170551Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum and author Joanne Kieffer for a special storytime featuring her book P for Percy. Listen to the story\, and decorate crowns inspired by the storybook!
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-3/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T111500
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
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SUMMARY:Just Drop In: Architectural Eras/Styles- Haunted House Decorating
DESCRIPTION:Explore spooky fun while designing your own haunted house inspired by real architectural styles like Gothic and Victorian! Kids will use craft materials to build eerie creations while learning how different buildings are shaped and styled. Tickets cost $15 per child and include exhibit access. \nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $15 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-architectural-eras-styles-haunted-house-decorating/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T111500
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CREATED:20250221T213458Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000
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SUMMARY:The Big Build
DESCRIPTION:Children and adults will learn side-by-side with roofers\, plumbers\, designers\, artisans\, and more in this FREE\, hands-on festival celebrating the world we design and build. Kids of all ages will explore a wide variety of unique\, interactive activities from professions including plumbing\, home remodeling\, construction\, woodworking\, and many more. From 10 am to 4 pm\, the Museum’s Great Hall will be filled with dozens of booths with activities such as wiring a light\, pouring concrete\, and hammering nails. Everyone will have the opportunity to use real tools and even climb inside construction equipment like a crane at the outdoor Truck Petting Zoo!  Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts can earn their STEM Career Exploration badges by discovering the many trade career possibilities and speaking with professionals in STEM positions. Storytimes throughout the day will inspire younger visitors to explore the world and find their place within it.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/the-big-build/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T111500
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum and DC Public Library for a special Building Readers Club storytime. Get ready for the Big Build Festival with stories\, songs\, and activities about construction.   \nStorytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! Story themes vary weekly but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.     \n About DCPL Outreach and Inclusion   \n DC Public Library’s Outreach + Inclusion Services department embeds and expands library services beyond library walls. Learn more here.  \nStorytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-10/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T120000
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SUMMARY:School's Out Program: Indigenous Architecture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:At this hands-on workshop\, kids will learn about the history of Indigenous architecture and the work of contemporary Indigenous architects. They’ll get to redesign a famous Washington\, DC building\, adding their own Indigenous-inspired architectural elements. \nAbout School’s Out! \nThis program series offers kids a fun\, hands-on way to explore architecture and design with expert facilitators and premium materials to enhance their experience. Each workshop in the series features creative activities where children can build\, learn\, and engage with different design concepts. Kids will have the opportunity to explore new ideas\, create their own projects\, and discover Museum exhibitions. This series keeps kids engaged and learning during school breaks with interactive and educational experiences.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/schools-out-program-indigenous-architecture-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T111500
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the Embassy of Sweden and the National Building Museum for a special storytime celebrating global legacy of Pippi Longstocking! Listen to the story of Pippi Longstocking in Spanish\, and participate in thematic songs and crafts.  \nAbout the Embassy of Sweden  \nThe Embassy of Sweden in Washington\, DC\, is one of Sweden’s largest missions and serves as the official link between Sweden and the United States. In addition to the Embassy there are approximately 25 Swedish consulates throughout the U.S. Sweden is also represented by over 600 Swedish-affiliated companies that operate in the United States\, as well as many Swedish-American organizations. The Embassy covers a range of policy issues\, including security\, defense\, trade\, innovation\, technology\, human rights\, gender equality\, and culture. The Embassy also provides services related to Swedish citizenship and migration. The Embassy of Sweden is located in House of Sweden\, a physical representation of Swedish values such as openness\, transparency and democracy.  \nStorytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-9/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T140000
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SUMMARY:Just Drop In: Jeanne Walker Harvey
DESCRIPTION:Join author Jeanne Walker Harvey as she celebrates the release of her newest book\, The Glass Pyramid: The Story of the Louvre Museum and Architect I.M. Pei with a presentation and crafts! Hear Jeanne read her book and share the legacy of architect I.M. Pei. Then\, build your own paper pyramid and more activities inspired by The Glass Pyramid!\n\nDon’t forget to purchase The Glass Pyramid in the Museum Shop\, and get your book signed by the author.\n\nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $7 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \n\nProgram Schedule:\n\nDoors open: 10am\n\nBuild and craft: 10am-2pm\n\nPresentation with Jeanne Walker Harvey: 10:30am-11am\n\nBook signing and crafting with Jeanne Walker Harvey: 11am-11:30am\n\nAbout Jeanne Walker Harvey:\n\nJeanne Walker Harvey is the author of many picture books\, including Boats on the Bay\, as well as the well-received picture book biographies Else B. in the Sea: The Woman Who Painted the Wonders of the Deep (a NSTA 2025 Best STEM K-12 Book); Ablaze with Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas (winner of the 2022 Northern California Book Awards – Children’s Literature Younger Readers and Jane Addams Children’s Book Award finalist); Dressing Up the Stars: The Story of Movie Costume Designer Edith Head; and Maya Lin: Artist-Architect of Light and Lines (a NSTA Best STEM Book of the Year). She lives in Sonoma\, California. For free downloadable activities and more\, visit her website\, jeanneharvey.com.\n\nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-jeanne-harvey-walker/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T120000
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SUMMARY:Girl Scouts- Designing for Disaster
DESCRIPTION:Juniors will learn how to use the Design Thinking Process to solve problems through hands-on activities and discussion. First\, they will design an emergency shelter in response to a natural disaster of their choice. Second\, they will adapt their shelter to survive an earthquake\, testing their final structures on a shake table! \nAfter participating in this two-hour workshop\, Juniors will have completed all requirements for the Think Like an Engineer Badge 2&3: Emergency Shelter and Earthquake Resistant Building (badge NOT included).
URL:https://nbm.org/event/girl-scouts-designing-for-disaster/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T111500
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-10-02/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T113000
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SUMMARY:Girl Scouts- Nice Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Daisy Girl Scouts can earn their Good Neighbor Badge by discussing what it means to belong to a community and then exploring their own communities with the National Building Museum in one of our signature city design activities! After participating in this workshop\, Daisies will have completed all requirements for the Good Neighbor Badge (badge NOT included).
URL:https://nbm.org/event/girl-scouts-nice-neighbors/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T111500
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum for Italian storytime! Learn Italian words to describe cities and colors through stories\, song\, and activities.    \nStorytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-8/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
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SUMMARY:STEAM Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Learn about bridge engineering and design\, then build your own bridge using craft materials. During the building process\, participants will experiment with different design elements to test the stability and strength of their bridge. \nThe second Saturday of each month\, families are invited to join the National Building Museum for STEAM activities related to our Brick City exhibition. \nA special thank you to our sponsor MiTek. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/steam-saturday-2-5-2/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T170000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
CREATED:20250912T193234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T193234Z
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SUMMARY:Just Drop In: Foundations of Building
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun drop-in craft where kids become designers of a giant collaborative brick wall! Using paper “bricks\,” children will decorate their own brick with colorful patterns\, shapes\, or other designs. \nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $7 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-foundations-of-building-2/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T140000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
CREATED:20250812T153745Z
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UID:10001085-1757239200-1757253600@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Building Readers Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum for a day of creativity and visual storytelling! Move and create in a Very Hungry Caterpillar workshop from Imagination Stage. Meet celebrated authors Raúl The Third and Gale Galligan\, discover how they bring visual stories to life\, and get your books signed. Craft your own tale with CREATE Arts Center. Plus\, explore the Museum’s exhibits\, including Building Stories!   \nIf you’re not member of the Building Readers Club\, sign up here for free. Building Readers Club programs (and more!) are perks for members of the Building Readers Club.    \nThe Building Readers Club is your guide to explore the world of architecture\, engineering\, construction\, and design found in the pages of children’s books. The primary educational program of the National Building Museum’s exhibition Building Stories\, the Club provides suggested books to read and monthly activities to inspire children to find their place within the world and become active participants in their own neighborhoods and built communities.    \nProgram Schedule:  \nDoors Open: 10 am  \nTabling activities and reading nooks: 10 am to –2 pm  \nMove and create with Imagination Stage (geared toward 7 and under): 10:30 am to 12 pm  \nBuild a visual story with CREATE Arts Center (geared toward 8 and up): 12 to –2 pm  \nHear from authors Raúl The Third and Gale Galligan on their creative processes: 12 to 12:45 pm  \nBook signing: 12:45 to 1:45 pm  \nAbout Raúl the Third  \nRaúl The Third is a four-time Pura Belpre award-winning illustrator\, author\, and artist living in the Boston area with his wife\, colorist Elaine Bay. He is the illustrator of the critically acclaimed Low Riders in Space series and the World of ¡Vamos! books. His work centers around the contemporary Mexican American experience and his memories of growing up in El Paso\, Texas and Ciudad Juarez\, Mexico.   \nAbout Gale Galligan  \nGale Galligan is the creator of the New York Times bestselling Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adaptations of Dawn and the Impossible Three\, Kristy’s Big Day\, Boy-Crazy Stacey\, and Logan Likes Mary Anne! by Ann M. Martin. They are also the creator of Freestyle\, an original graphic novel that they both wrote and illustrated. When they aren’t making comics\, Gale enjoys knitting\, drumming\, and spending time with their family and adorable pet rabbits in Pearl River\, New York. Gale is a founding member of the Comics Advocacy Group\, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that is dedicated to making careers in comics more accessible and sustainable. Visit them online at galesaur.com.  \nAbout Imagination Stage  \nImagination Stage is the largest and most respected multi-disciplinary theatre arts organization for young people in the Mid-Atlantic region. We offer a year-round season of professional shows (adult actors performing for families and classes)\, after-school programs and summer camps for ages 1-18\, and arts-integration professional development training for teachers\, students\, schools\, and families. All of our programs are informed by our core belief in making the arts inclusive and accessible to all children\, regardless of their physical\, cognitive\, or financial status.  \nAbout CREATE Arts Center  \nCREATE Arts Center is a vibrant hub located in downtown Silver Spring for creativity\, offering inspiring art classes\, exciting camps for kids\, and transformative art therapy services for all ages. Whether you’re looking to unleash your inner artist or support someone through therapeutic arts\, there’s something meaningful waiting for you at CREATE!   
URL:https://nbm.org/event/building-readers-club/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000755-1756981800-1756984500@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-09-04/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000754-1756377000-1756379700@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-08-28/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T140000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154347
CREATED:20250626T182227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T182357Z
UID:10001073-1755943200-1755957600@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Just Drop In: How Things Work
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and become a mini engineer! Kids will use paper plates\, straws\, tape\, and other simple materials to design and build their own marble mazes. Inspired by Rube Goldberg machines\, these creative challenges encourage problem-solving\, experimentation\, and fun as kids guide a marble from start to finish. \nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $7 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-how-things-work/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000753-1755772200-1755774900@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-08-21/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000752-1755167400-1755170100@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250113T215459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T195045Z
UID:10000348-1754744400-1754751600@nbm.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The second Saturday of each month\, families are invited to join the National Building Museum for STEAM activities related to our Brick City exhibition. \nA special thank you to our sponsor MiTek. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/steam-saturday-2-5/2025-08-09/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250611T184127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T184128Z
UID:10000751-1754562600-1754565300@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum and the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden for a special street art storytime! Discover the life and work of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat and create your own Basquiat-inspired paper crown. Afterwards\, explore murals on display from DCPS high school students and Transform DC on the West Lawn\, or learn more about the Basquiat x Banksy exhibition with the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-6/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T140000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250626T181912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T204107Z
UID:10001072-1754215200-1754229600@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Just Drop In: Architectural Eras/Styles
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s bold and colorful window designs\, kids will create their own “stained glass” masterpiece using paper and tissue paper in this drop-in program. Make it bright\, make it bold—and watch your artwork light up like real stained glass! \nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $7 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-future-cities/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000750-1753957800-1753960500@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-07-31/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T140000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250626T181333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T181628Z
UID:10001071-1753524000-1753538400@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Just Drop In: Design Problems and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our hands-on building station and take on the Mini Shelter Challenge! Using simple materials like paper\, foil\, and craft sticks\, kids will design and build a tiny shelter to protect an animal from wind and rain. Test your creation against a fan and a light water spray to see how well it holds up! \nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $7 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-design-problems-and-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000749-1753353000-1753355700@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-07-24/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T123000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250716T200657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T200657Z
UID:10001078-1752919200-1752928200@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Building Readers Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum and award-winning picture book author\, illustrator\, and muralist Katie Yamasaki for our July Building Readers Club Meeting! Families will hear Katie Yamasaki read-aloud her co-authored book\, Everything Naomi Loved\, learn about her experience as a muralist\, and  take part in a collaborative paper collage mural workshop where children can explore how to tell the stories of their own neighborhoods. Afterwards\, families are invited to discover the murals on display from DCPS high school students and Transform DC through a special scavenger hunt.   \nCopies of Everything Naomi Loved will be available for participating families (while supplies last).  \nIf you’re not member of the Building Readers Club\, sign up here for free. Building Readers Club programs (and more!) are perks for members of the Building Readers Club.    \nThe Building Readers Club is your guide to explore the world of architecture\, engineering\, construction\, and design found in the pages of children’s books. The primary educational program of the National Building Museum’s exhibition Building Stories\, the Club provides suggested books to read and monthly activities to inspire children to find their place within the world and become active participants in their own neighborhoods and built communities.    \nProgram Schedule:  \nDoors open: 10 am  \nEverything Naomi Loved Storytime with author Katie Yamasaki: 10:30 to 11 am  \nDrop-in collaborative paper collage mural workshop with Katie Yamasaki: 11 to 12:30 pm  \nExplore the murals of Transform DC: 10 am to 12:30 pm  \nAbout Katie Yamasaki  \nKatie Yamasaki is an award-winning picture book author/illustrator and muralist. She has painted over 90 walls around the world\, exploring local stories of identity and social justice. Yamasaki’s books have received numerous awards and starred reviews and appeared on many “Best of __” lists\, including Kirkus\, School Library Journal\, Publishers Weekly\, Bank Street\, Junior Library Guild\, and the New York Public Library. She has presented her work at institutions across the country including The Brooklyn Museum\, Northwestern University\, The Detroit Institute of Arts\, The Seattle Public Library\, Brooklyn Public Library\, The Japanese American National Museum\, the DC Public Library\, and the New York Public Library.  \nCurrently\, she co-facilitates an expressive arts program at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility\, a maximum-security women’s prison in Upstate New York. She lives in Brooklyn with her family.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/building-readers-club-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250618T190039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T204123Z
UID:10001060-1752771600-1752782400@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Sip and Flip
DESCRIPTION:Looking to experience Momentum Park(our) without the kids? Join us for Sip & Flip. Test your skills on the obstacle courses\, explore the Forces of Motion zone\, and enjoy a choreographed stunt performance by professional parkour athletes. You’ll also hear directly from the athletes about the history\, techniques\, and training behind the art and sport of parkour. Admission includes two drink tickets\, light snacks\, and access to our first-floor exhibitions: Building Stories and A South Forty. Planning to try the courses? Athletic wear is strongly recommended.   \nSpace is limited – reserve your tickets early before the event sells out!   \nThis program is part of Momentum Park(our) at the National Building Museum. A special thank you to our sponsors\, Amazon and STUDIOS Architecture. \nEvent Schedule:   \n5:00 PM – Doors Open   \n5:00–6:30 PM – Instructor-Led Courses   \n7:00–7:30 PM – Talk & Live Performance   \n8:00 PM – Event Concludes 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/sip-and-flip/
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Momentum Park(our)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250626T174844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T174845Z
UID:10000748-1752748200-1752750900@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Building Museum and DC Retro Jumpers for an active\, summer storytime. Read about jump rope in our community and then have a chance to practice jump roping yourself with the DC Retro Jumpers! 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-7/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T160000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250626T175105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T184035Z
UID:10001068-1752507000-1752508800@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Momentum Park(our) Kids Workshop 9-11 year olds
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, kids will learn to move safely and creatively over obstacles. Through activities like silent landings\, vaults\, and a high-energy game of “Follow the Leader\,” participants will build confidence\, control\, and a lasting love of movement. They’ll also explore how the skills they develop connect to real-world architecture found in everyday neighborhoods.  \nThis Program is part of Momentum Park(our) at the National Building Museum. A special thank you to our sponsors Amazon and STUDIOS Architecture.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/momentum-parkour-kids-workshop-9-11-year-olds-2/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs,Momentum Park(our)
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T153000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250625T165254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T165254Z
UID:10001065-1752505200-1752507000@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Momentum Park(our) Kids Workshop 7-9 year olds
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, kids will learn to move safely and creatively over obstacles. Through activities like silent landings\, vaults\, and a high-energy game of “Follow the Leader\,” participants will build confidence\, control\, and a lasting love of movement. They’ll also explore how the skills they develop connect to real-world architecture found in everyday neighborhoods.  \nThis Program is part of Momentum Park(our) at the National Building Museum. A special thank you to our sponsors Amazon and STUDIOS Architecture.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/momentum-parkour-kids-workshop-7-9-year-olds/2025-07-14/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs,Momentum Park(our)
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T150000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250113T215459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T195045Z
UID:10000347-1752325200-1752332400@nbm.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The second Saturday of each month\, families are invited to join the National Building Museum for STEAM activities related to our Brick City exhibition. \nA special thank you to our sponsor MiTek. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/steam-saturday-2-5/2025-07-12/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000747-1752143400-1752146100@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T160000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250625T170822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T171438Z
UID:10001067-1751902200-1751904000@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Momentum Park(our) Kids Workshop 9-11 year olds
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, kids will learn to move safely and creatively over obstacles. Through activities like silent landings\, vaults\, and a high-energy game of “Follow the Leader\,” participants will build confidence\, control\, and a lasting love of movement. They’ll also explore how the skills they develop connect to real-world architecture found in everyday neighborhoods.  \nThis Program is part of Momentum Park(our) at the National Building Museum. A special thank you to our sponsors Amazon and STUDIOS Architecture.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/momentum-parkour-kids-workshop-9-11-year-olds/2025-07-07/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs,Momentum Park(our)
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T153000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250625T165254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T165254Z
UID:10001064-1751900400-1751902200@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Momentum Park(our) Kids Workshop 7-9 year olds
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, kids will learn to move safely and creatively over obstacles. Through activities like silent landings\, vaults\, and a high-energy game of “Follow the Leader\,” participants will build confidence\, control\, and a lasting love of movement. They’ll also explore how the skills they develop connect to real-world architecture found in everyday neighborhoods.  \nThis Program is part of Momentum Park(our) at the National Building Museum. A special thank you to our sponsors Amazon and STUDIOS Architecture.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/momentum-parkour-kids-workshop-7-9-year-olds/2025-07-07/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs,Momentum Park(our)
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000746-1751538600-1751541300@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T140000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250624T143217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T143217Z
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SUMMARY:Just Drop In: Foundations of Building
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for a hands-on building adventure! Kids will explore what makes Lincoln Logs such a sturdy structure\, looking closely at how their interlocking design adds strength and stability. Then\, they’ll put their new engineering know-how to the test by creating their own mini log-style structures using special popsicle sticks. \nPre-registration is recommended but not required. \nNote: Program tickets are $7 per participating child and $10 per adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions. \nAbout Just Drop In! \nHeld on the first Sunday and fourth Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, these workshops offer the perfect opportunity to engage in a variety of building and craft activities inspired by the world we design and build.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/just-drop-in-foundations-of-building/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250610T172952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T172952Z
UID:10001057-1750933800-1750936500@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the Embassy of Sweden and the National Building Museum for a special storytime celebrating the 80th anniversary of Pippi Longstocking! Listen to the story of Pippi Longstocking\, sing Pippi Longstocking songs\, and participate in a Pippi Longstocking craft all while learning about the beloved character’s Swedish heritage.  \nAbout the Embassy of Sweden  \nThe Embassy of Sweden in Washington\, DC\, is one of Sweden’s largest missions and serves as the official link between Sweden and the United States. In addition to the Embassy there are approximately 25 Swedish consulates throughout the U.S. Sweden is also represented by over 600 Swedish-affiliated companies that operate in the United States\, as well as many Swedish-American organizations. The Embassy covers a range of policy issues\, including security\, defense\, trade\, innovation\, technology\, human rights\, gender equality\, and culture. The Embassy also provides services related to Swedish citizenship and migration. The Embassy of Sweden is located in House of Sweden\, a physical representation of Swedish values such as openness\, transparency and democracy. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-5/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250529T185125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T185125Z
UID:10001056-1750932000-1750936500@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the Embassy of Sweden and the National Building Museum for a special storytime celebrating the 80th anniversary of Pippi Longstocking! Listen to the story of Pippi Longstocking\, sing Pippi Longstocking songs\, and participate in a Pippi Longstocking craft all while learning about the beloved character’s Swedish heritage.  \nAbout the Embassy of Sweden  \nThe Embassy of Sweden in Washington\, DC\, is one of Sweden’s largest missions and serves as the official link between Sweden and the United States. In addition to the Embassy there are approximately 25 Swedish consulates throughout the U.S. Sweden is also represented by over 600 Swedish-affiliated companies that operate in the United States\, as well as many Swedish-American organizations. The Embassy covers a range of policy issues\, including security\, defense\, trade\, innovation\, technology\, human rights\, gender equality\, and culture. The Embassy also provides services related to Swedish citizenship and migration. The Embassy of Sweden is located in House of Sweden\, a physical representation of Swedish values such as openness\, transparency and democracy. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T120000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250521T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T154227Z
UID:10001053-1750329000-1750334400@nbm.org
SUMMARY:School's Out!: Juneteenth Parade Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop honors the history of Juneteenth and focuses on how it’s celebrated today. Through guided activities\, kids will learn about the history and meaning of the holiday and explore how communities have celebrated it over time. Inspired by these traditions\, they will design their own parade and build a custom float to take home. The program encourages reflection\, self-expression\, and celebration through art and storytelling.  \nNote: This program is geared towards ages 6-10\, but all are welcome. Program tickets are $15 per participating child and $10 per accompanying adult\, which includes admission to the Museum’s exhibitions.  \nAbout School’s Out!   \nThis program series offers kids a fun\, hands-on way to explore architecture and design with expert facilitators and premium materials to enhance their experience. Each workshop in the series features creative activities where children can build\, learn\, and engage with different design concepts. Kids will have the opportunity to explore new ideas\, create their own projects\, and discover Museum exhibitions. This series keeps kids engaged and learning during school breaks with interactive and educational experiences.  
URL:https://nbm.org/event/schools-out-juneteenth-parade-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000744-1750329000-1750331700@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-06-19/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000743-1749724200-1749726900@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250221T213458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T183715Z
UID:10000742-1749119400-1749122100@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5/2025-06-05/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T113000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250421T160108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T160108Z
UID:10001037-1748772000-1748777400@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Girl Scouts- Nice Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Daisy Girl Scouts can earn their Good Neighbor Badge by discussing what it means to belong to a community and then exploring their own communities with the National Building Museum in one of our signature city design activities! After participating in this workshop\, Daisies will have completed all requirements for the Good Neighbor Badge (badge NOT included).
URL:https://nbm.org/event/girl-scouts-nice-neighbors-4/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250512T150121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T150121Z
UID:10001046-1748514600-1748517300@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the Socratic School of Language for a heartwarming STEM Bilingual Storytime featuring I Love to Help by Shelley Admont! This delightful story introduces young children (ages 2–6) to the values of kindness\, cooperation\, and responsibility—all while exploring everyday STEM concepts through helping at home.  \nTold in both Japanese and English\, this engaging bilingual book helps little ones expand their language skills while learning about teamwork\, routines\, and problem-solving. Through interactive storytelling and hands-on origami activities\, children will build vocabulary\, make cultural connections\, and discover how even small acts of helping can make a big difference!  \nAbout The Socratic School of Language:  \nThe Socratic School of Language\, located in Mount Rainier\, MD\, offers innovative language immersion and STEAM education for children aged 2–8.  Our programs foster curiosity\, creativity\, and a passion for discovery\, providing a strong academic foundation in Spanish\, Mandarin\, Arabic\, and French.  Learn more at www.thesocraticschooloflanguage.com. 
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-2/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250414T193614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T194050Z
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SUMMARY:Building Readers Club May Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the National Building Museum on Saturday\, May 24\, 2025 for a Community Day inspired by Deepa Iyer’s book We Are The Builders! Activities include storytelling\, building care kits\, and making art that will support the DC area community. Young people will learn skills\, build their confidence\, and meet organizations that serve the DC area. All are welcome: babies\, toddlers\, tweens\, and adults!   \nCopies of We Are The Builders will be available for participating families (while supplies last).  \nIf you’re not a member of the Building Readers Club\, sign up here for free. Building Readers Club programs (and more!) are perks for members of the Building Readers Club. \nThe Building Readers Club is your guide to explore the world of architecture\, engineering\, construction\, and design found in the pages of children’s books. The primary educational program of the National Building Museum’s exhibition Building Stories\, the Club provides suggested books to read and monthly activities to inspire children to find their place within the world and become active participants in their own neighborhoods and built communities.    \nProgram Schedule:  \nWe Are The Builders! Storytime with author Deepa Iyer: 10:15 to 10:45am  \nExploration at Community Activity Stations: 10:45 to 12:30pm  \nAbout Deepa Iyer  \nDeepa Iyer is a multi-genre author and community builder based in the Washington DC area. Her books include We Too Sing America: South Asian\, Arab\, Muslim\, and Sikh Immigrants Shape Our Multiracial Future\, Social Change Now: A Guide for Reflection and Connection\, and We Are The Builders!\, a children’s picture book on social change. Deepa has over two decades of experience in nonprofit organizations that focus on social justice and solidarity. She is the creator of the widely-used social change ecosystem framework. Deepa often teaches at area universities such as Georgetown and the University of Maryland. More information about Deepa is available at www.deepaiyer.com.  
URL:https://nbm.org/event/building-readers-club-may-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250521T191924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T191938Z
UID:10001052-1747909800-1747912500@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Storytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! \nStory themes vary weekly\, but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-4/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250129T175216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T175216Z
UID:10001001-1747476000-1747483200@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Girl Scouts- Designing for Disaster
DESCRIPTION:Juniors will learn how to use the Design Thinking Process to solve problems through hands-on activities and discussion. First\, they will design an emergency shelter in response to a natural disaster of their choice. Second\, they will adapt their shelter to survive an earthquake\, testing their final structures on a shake table! \nAfter participating in this two-hour workshop\, Juniors will have completed all requirements for the Think Like an Engineer Badge 2&3: Emergency Shelter and Earthquake Resistant Building (badge NOT included).
URL:https://nbm.org/event/girl-scouts-designing-for-disaster-4/2025-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T111500
DTSTAMP:20251111T154348
CREATED:20250506T143011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T143011Z
UID:10000739-1747305000-1747307700@nbm.org
SUMMARY:Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a special Building Readers Club storytime with with the National Building Museum and DC Public Library! Listen to stories\, sing songs\, and more. \nStorytime is FREE and packed full of reading\, songs\, and activities designed to promote language and literacy skills! Story themes vary weekly but relate to current exhibitions at the museum.     \nAbout DCPL Outreach and Inclusion  \nThe Outreach & Inclusion Department embeds and expands library services beyond library walls. From story times to digital literacy\, we seek to increase the library’s impact through community informed collaborations in order to reach all District residents. Learn more at www.dclibrary.org.  
URL:https://nbm.org/event/storytime-3-3-2-3-5-4/
CATEGORIES:Children & Youth Programs
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