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  • May 2026

  • Thu 21

    Theatrical Premiere: Apocalypse ‘45

    May 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    In Person
    The William G. McGowan Theater at the National Archives 701 Constitution Ave, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    Join us for the theatrical premiere of Apocalypse ‘45. The documentary, directed by Erik Nelson, showcases the harrowing final year

  • June 2026

  • Thu 4

    Evening Benefit Experience: An Evening with Garth Brooks  (Spirit of Independence Festival)

    June 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    In Person

    In partnership with the Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) , the opening night features an intimate reception and performance

  • Fri 5

    Free Daytime Event: Stars & Stories Fest (Spirit of Independence Festival)

    June 5 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    In Person
    National Archives Museum 701 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    Modeled after a classic July 4 neighborhood gathering, visitors will explore history and the 250th by meeting historical reenactors, enjoy

  • Fri 5

    Evening Benefit Experience: Taste of America (Spirit of Independence Festival)

    June 5 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    In Person

    An evening event celebrating recipes and culinary traditions from all corners of the nation. The evening begins with a curated

  • Sat 6

    Free Daytime Event: Yappy Hour (Spirit of Independence Festival)

    June 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    In Person

    Held on the National Archives lawn, this dog-friendly event blends patriotic spirit with community fun. Featuring table activations with local

  • Sat 6

    Free Daytime Event: Salute to Service (Spirit of Independence Festival)

    June 6 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    In Person

    In honor of the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army and Navy and 82nd anniversary of D-Day, this tribute celebrates

  • Sat 6

    Evening Benefit Experience: One Nation, Many Stories Gala (Spirit of Independence Festival)

    June 6 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    In Person

    A black-tie optional gala featuring award-winning American documentary filmmaker Dawn Porter and history teacher and social media influencer Lauren Cella ffor a thought-provoking TEDx-style

  • Mon 8

    Lucky Strike Reception and Film Screening

    June 8 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    In Person
    The William G. McGowan Theater at the National Archives 701 Constitution Ave, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    Lucky Strike tells the story of a wounded American soldier who fights to survive behind enemy lines in Battle of the

  • Thu 11

    How the Declaration of Independence Made America: A conversation with Michael Auslin

    June 11 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    In Person
    Archivist’s Reception Room

    Join us for a lively conversation about the inspiring story of the Declaration of Independence. Dr. Michael Auslin will discuss

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