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Aug 26, 2021

On Its 50th Birthday, Here Are Some Facts You May Not Know About The Kennedy Center

UFO-like designs, celebrity armadillo races, and perceived hidden anti-war messages are all part of the Kennedy Center’s 50-year history.

Sep 08, 2020

Arlington National Cemetery Will Reopen To Public Following Months Of Pandemic Closure

Arlington National Cemetery says visitors can come for four hours a day starting Wednesday. The site has been closed to most visitors since March due to the pandemic.

Nov 22, 2013

Photos/Video: The Kennedy Assassination Through Front Pages And TV Reports

How news outlets reported the death of JFK.

Nov 22, 2013

Photos: The Funeral Of President John F. Kennedy

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Apr 13, 2013

New JFK Exhibits Recall the Rise and Fall of Camelot

Two new exhibits at the Newseum recall the creation of the American Camelot and the death of President John F. Kennedy.

Apr 14, 2011

Nationals Unveil JFK Mascot During Presidents Race

Was the highlight of last night’s chilly Nationals-Phillies tilt the spirited ninth-inning rally made by the Nationals? Perhaps it was the eight innings of sparkling pitching by Phillies starter Roy Halladay? Or maybe it was the how most of the audience seemed content to sit in their seats, obsessively staring at their smartphones, occasionally voicing their displeasure that the Capitals were trailing the New York Rangers? Think again!

Jan 13, 2011

Popcorn & Candy: History Lessons

The week in film around D.C., including Kennedy and King documentaries at the AFI, stories from the Chinese-Korean border and the rare appearance of a non-Miyazaki anime feature at a local cinema.

 
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