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July 4th Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day at the National Archives Building in Washington, DC. The museum will have EXTENDED HOURS of 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from June 30 to July 6.
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July 4th Celebration - Balloon Art & Face Painting
Balloon art by Carbone Balloons and face painting by DC Face Painting on the Constitution Avenue steps
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Rival Friends: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson Discuss & Debate the Founding of the United States
Two Founding Fathers—Thomas Jefferson and John Adams (portrayed by Joseph Doyle and Steven Edenbo)—will debate each other and take questions from the audience.
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Family Learning Lab: The Constitution in Action
Take on the role of researchers and archivists for a day! .(For children in grades 5 and up)
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Family Learning Lab: Rights and Responsibilities
Take on the role of researchers and archivists for a day! .(For children in grades 4 and under)
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Genealogy Camp for Kids
Find out about your family's roots in this week-long camp for kids ages 12 and up.
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July 4th Celebration - Chocolate Tasting
Taste American Heritage® Chocolate at the National Archives Store
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July 4th Celebration - Chocolate Tasting
Taste American Heritage® Chocolate at the National Archives Store
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Movie: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs"
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs as we enjoy "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" under the stars. Games and free refreshments will begin at 7 p.m., and the movie will start just after sundown.
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I Love America Celebration
Join us at The Bush Library as we host the College Station Noon Lions Club’s “I Love America” Fourth of July celebration on July 4th. Museum admission is free from 9:30am to 8:00pm and events outside begin at 5pm.