Mark your calendars for a summer of music, community, and riverfront vibes! Join us for free live sunset concerts along the beautiful Anacostia River at Bladensburg Waterfront Park.

Celebrate the 12th Annual Wine & Jazz at Marietta event! Relax, sip, and sway to the sounds of live jazz at the beautiful Marietta House Museum grounds! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a day filled with: performances by popular local jazz artists, tastings from Maryland wineries, and local food, craft vendors, and author meet-and-greets. Don’t miss this perfect blend of music, wine, and community!

Step back to 1918, when the first scheduled Postal Service airmail deliveries took off from College Park Airport, revolutionizing communication. Uncover the key figures and historic flights that shaped early airmail through the fascinating stories and artifacts held in the museum’s collection.

Dinosaur Park hosts free open house days every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month! Learn about fossils and the recent dinosaur bone findings!

Join us at your favorite neighborhood nature center for an outdoor movie screening of MUFASA: The Lion King. Brought to you by the Mount Rainier Police Department & The City of Mount Rainier. FREE

Darnall’s Chance House Museum is recruiting Revolutionary War spies! FREE fun history program that takes you back in time!

Darnall’s Chance House Museum is recruiting Revolutionary War spies! FREE fun history program that takes you back in time!

Get your feet tapping during our annual summer courtyard concert series with the Grammy-winning music duo 123 Andrés, and their songs and concerts that get the whole family singing and learning, in Spanish and English! Picnics, picnic blankets, and lawn chairs are welcome, and light refreshments will be available for purchase.

Get up close with our resident critters in this hands-on animal experience! Join us at Mount Rainier Nature Center to meet our resident animal ambassadors and discover what makes each species unique.

Join us every Saturday for FREE guided tours of the Surratt House Museum! The Surratt House Museum offers more than just a glimpse into the past — it’s a space for meaningful reflection on the legacy of enslavement and the ongoing struggle for racial justice. Through guided tours and powerful storytelling, visitors are invited to engage with history in a way that inspires awareness, understanding, and a commitment to a more just future.

🐄 Behind the Scenes at Old Maryland Farm! Take a guided tour of Old Maryland Farm and get up close with the animals! Learn about daily farm life and enjoy exclusive access to behind-the-scenes areas.

Step into the past and explore how it connects to the present through fun, hands-on activities at our Summer Culture Hub! Each week features a new theme—from food traditions across the Americas and the Diaspora to historic architecture and the art of traditional textiles.

Darnall’s Chance House Museum is recruiting Revolutionary War spies! FREE fun history program that takes you back in time!

Darnall’s Chance House Museum is recruiting Revolutionary War spies! FREE fun history program that takes you back in time!

Mark your calendars for a summer of music, community, and riverfront vibes! Join us for free live sunset concerts along the beautiful Anacostia River at Bladensburg Waterfront Park.

Explore Watkins Park after dark with a Naturalist on a night hike, and search for nocturnal wildlife in their natural habitat. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

Need a break from the daily grind? Reconnect with nature and yourself on a guided mindfulness hike led by a certified meditation teacher. Breathe deeply, move mindfully, and deepen your connection with the natural world.

Experience the thrill of being a combat pilot and walk in the footsteps of the Tuskegee Airmen. Led by a military historian clad in World War II period attire, discover the stories of the 992 Tuskegee Airmen who earned their “silver wings.” In the face of segregation and adversity, the Tuskegee Airmen became pioneers in aviation, destroying stereotypes and opening doors for future African American aviators. Explore the Tuskegee connections to the Civilian Pilots Training Program, Columbia Air Center, and their legacy in modern aviation.

Dinosaur Park hosts free open house days every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month! Learn about fossils and the recent dinosaur bone findings!

Create Your Own Container Garden! 🌿 Add a splash of green to your patio or balcony! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting your plant journey, this hands-on workshop will equip you with everything you need to grow a thriving container garden

Experience the magic of Patuxent River Park after sunset! Join a naturalist for a guided night hike as we search for elusive nocturnal wildlife like owls, foxes, and amphibians in their natural habitat.

Discover what your hands can create using the beauty of the natural world! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use natural materials to craft, build, and connect with sustainable gardening and landscaping practices.

Join us for a guided kayaking tour along the scenic Anacostia River during golden hour! Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets provided

Come to Watkins Nature Center and meet our resident animals up close! Learn about what makes these amazing creatures so unique. After learning some cool animal facts, they'll dive into a creative craft inspired by their new animal friend.

Step back in time and explore the role of gardens in 19th-century life! You will decorate a flower pot, plant a crop to take home, and create fragrant herbal sachets using common garden herbs.

Darnall’s Chance House Museum is recruiting Revolutionary War spies! FREE fun history program that takes you back in time!

Ready to explore the outdoors but not sure where to start? Join a park ranger for a guided hike designed to help you build confidence on the trail. Learn basic hiking tips, trail safety, and how to navigate natural terrain—all while enjoying the beauty of the park.

Mark your calendars for a summer of music, community, and riverfront vibes! Join us for free live sunset concerts along the beautiful Anacostia River at Bladensburg Waterfront Park.

Let’s take a trip around the world! Celebrate cultures and people from across the globe by exploring a variety of traditions and how they are preserved. Each month will feature a different heritage community, children’s book, and applicable craft.

Come say hello to the friendly animals of Old Maryland Farm! Step inside our historic horse barn and meet our majestic livestock residents up close. Perfect for families, animal lovers, and curious visitors of all ages!