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…

You’ve got to give them credit to try to make the most of an opportunity. The tourism boards of Washington D.C. and Philadelphia have teamed up to launch movietour.org, a website offering travelers discounts on hotels and travel and an itinerary to encourage people to explore some sites featured in the film National Treasure. They’ve even listed on their website an Amtrak discount code (“V631”) which they say will get you 50% off a companion’s…