America’s 250th: A Festival Celebration

Sat Feb 14 2026 at 11:30 am to 04:00 pm UTC-05:00

National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution | Washington

National Portrait Gallery
Publisher/HostNational Portrait Gallery
America\u2019s 250th: A Festival Celebration
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Kick off the year-long celebration of America’s 250th anniversary at the National Portrait Gallery!
About this Event

Kick off the year-long celebration of America’s 250th anniversary at the National Portrait Gallery! We’re bringing the past to life in a lively festival for all ages, filled with 250 years of art, history, and culture. Dance along with live performances and take guided tours through the galleries. Enjoy story times, games, and more! Participants can pose for photo booth pics, create art with friends and family, and take home a booklet to help commemorate the 250th all year long. This free community celebration will highlight joyful moments and heroic stories that have shaped the nation.


The Portrait Gallery strives to provide programs that are accessible to all visitors. If you have questions about the accessibility of this program, or if you would like to request real-time captioning (CART), sign language interpretation, or any other accommodations, please contact Vanessa Jones at [email protected]. Two weeks advance notice is appreciated for requesting accommodations.


Image Credit: Presidential Family Fun Day by Matailong Du. National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution.

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National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, 800 G Street Northwest, Washington, United States

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