What happens when a bunch of museum professionals try to brainstorm how to boost attendance during what is historically one of the quietest times of year? Apparently, some creative linguistic contortions to connect an eclectic smattering events to the chosen theme: “Warm Up To A Museum.” Yes, you can learn about hot wax at the Textile Museum, “warm up to cool art” at the Canadian Embassy, check out an exhibit on global warming at the Marian Koshland Science Museum, or study the life of “fiery feminist” Susan B. Anthony at the Sewall-Belmont House and Museum.

Aside from racking their brains for tie-ins, however obscure, the good folks at our under-loved off-the-Mall museums have come up with a roster of interesting events to coax locals out of their homes before fleets of tour buses begin to descend on the city. Fresh off the highly successful unveiling of the Adams Morgan Heritage Trail, it seems Cultural Tourism DC is on a roll these days, so we’ve agreed to co-sponsor the series, which includes events ranging from February 4-19.

We’re all for checking out obscure corners of the city, so go check out the listing of events and see what you can find. The Freemasons even promise you will receive free cinnamon-flavored candies if you agree to a tour of the imposing Scottish Rite of Freemasonry on 16th Street. Seriously.