The end of summer always comes way too fast, without enough time to mentally prepare for the school year ahead (parents included). But the school year can be filled with just as much fun as the summer!
We’ve found some of the most exciting back-to-school activities happening in D.C. this fall. Get ready to be amazed by these fun, educational, and awe-inspiring happenings in the city.
1. Check out one of the most exciting art exhibits happening in D.C. right now
While D.C. is home to over 70 museums, including 19 free Smithsonian museums and galleries, it can be hard to keep track of what places have the best new exhibits on display.
To make your life easier, we’ve listed the 11 best current exhibits that we consider a “must-see” before the end of 2024!
2. Step into the mind of Monet at this immersive art exhibit
If you haven’t been yet, you’ll want to secure your tickets today for the Monet Immersive Experience in D.C. before it leaves town this September!
The exhibit lets you step directly into Claude Monet’s most famous works, letting you explore this incredible artist’s work in a way that you never have before.
3. Learn about ancient Egypt at this new exhibit dedicated to the Pharoah Tutankhamun
This fascinating exhibit about King Tutankhamun and ancient Egypt has been taking D.C. by storm. Featuring over 1,000 reconstructed items exactly how they were initially discovered when Tutankhamun’s tomb was first uncovered, the exhibit is both educational and visually compelling. Grab tickets today!
4. The Spy Museum’s “Bond in Motion” exhibit
Celebrating the decades of cultural influence and impact that the James Bond saga has had on society, The International Spy Museum’s latest exhibition is centered around the various vehicles seen throughout the character’s legendary cinematic history.
The exhibit has 17 iconic Bond vehicles including his iconic Aston Martin, motorcycles, submarines, and a few of the creative inventions from the Q branch.
5. Explore the National Mall, museums, and monuments
When was the last time you and the kiddos went to one of said places? Us Washingtonians are all guilty of taking these attractions for granted, but it’s time to play tourist in this city!
Check out this guide for a list of the best and worst D.C. attractions according to fellow Washingtonians.