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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-11-23/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T110000
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T110000
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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SUMMARY:John Philip Sousa Birthday Concert 2024
DESCRIPTION:Please join Congressional Cemetery and the Marine Band for a celebration of the life and legacy of John Philip Sousa. The Marine Band plays the music the “March King” composed at his graveside every year on his birthday and the public is welcome and encouraged to attend\, for free! \nCongressional Cemetery will start the program at 12:30 PM with a short awards ceremony\, followed by a brief lecture by a John Philip Sousa impersonator himself! \nThe Marine Corps band will enter through the 17th Street gate at precisely 1:00 PM for a 25 minute concert at the grave site\, located near the chapel. \nRain or shine\, free to the public.  Closed to dogs. \nAttendance is free but we ask that you please RSVP HERE\nThe event will be live streamed and available on our Facebook page.    \nKeynote Sponsor: \n  \n \nCheck them out here!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/john-philip-sousa-birthday-concert-2024/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,No Dogs Allowed
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SUMMARY:Dia De Los Muertos At Congressional Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extraordinary celebration of Dia De Los Muertos at Historic Congressional Cemetery. In collaboration with special guest and Capitol Hill resident\, Rosa Moreno\, we will transform the chapel in the center of our grounds into a place of learning\, remembrance\, and celebration of the “Day of the Dead.” \n“I have been in DC for 14 years and a resident of the Capitol Hill area. I was born and raised in the southwest\, AZ and TX. I come from a Mexican-American family that has been in the southwestern part of the country for generations. \nDay of the dead is one of my favorite holidays because we get to set aside a day to celebrate our loved ones that have passed. It’s a festive celebration full of life and joy. \nIt’s a great pleasure to celebrate this year in such a historic and treasured location.  Excited to come together with our neighbors to share this special occasion.” \nDia de Los Muertos is a celebration that honors ancestors and connects the living with the dead. For our celebration\, we welcome the public to join us in the spirit of the holiday by bringing your memories to add to a community ofrenda at the cemetery. Bring photos of people you have loved and have lost to death as well as mementoes representing them: the foods and symbols of the things they loved and memories you shared. We will share stories about those who are gone\, learn about the traditions of Dia De Los Muertos and similar customs around the world\, and join the community around remembrance and mourning. \nOn November 2 at 11am\, guests are invited to join us at the historic chapel in the center of the cemetery where an enormous community ofrenda will honor the ancestors. The public is welcomed to bring photos of loved ones to add to the community ofrenda\, as well as foods to share that your person or people enjoyed. Join us to decorate sugar skulls\, make paper flowers\, and learn about the holiday. No experience necessary. \nIn addition\, the cemetery is collaborating with Crayola Flowers for a special way to celebrate the holiday\, beautify our grounds\, and honor those buried at our historic cemetery. Participants can purchase flowers to bring to the graves of loved ones and any graves with special meaning to you. The cemetery will also have flowers available for our Dia De Los Muertos participants to decorate graves of your choice throughout the cemetery. \nAt the end of the celebration we will gather outside in a procession around the chapel and out to open the gate to bid the ancestors farewell\, inviting them to return again next year. \nAre you joining us? CLICK HERE to let us know to expect you. You will receive a reminder a few days before November 2. \nNotes: \n·      What is an ofrenda? CLICK HERE \n·      Let’s bring copies of photos\, only\, please. You are welcome to scan photos and email them for us to print them out. \n·      All items on the ofrendas will be donated or recycled if not taken home on the 3rd. \n·      Please bring foods to share that your person enjoyed in disposable containers or ones you will bring home. \nThis is a community event and free of charge offered by the Cemetery’s nonprofit foundation. Donations to the Foundation are welcomed and help us open the grounds for these impactful gatherings. Donations of your time helping out during the event\, of flowers\, and of food to share all serve our goal in offering death education and awareness activities at our historic cemetery\, the Greatest Undertaking in DC! \nQuestions? You can reach our Death Doula in Residence\, Laura Lyster-Mensh at Deathdoula@congressionalcemetery.org \nLearn more: \nPBS News Hour \nWhat is Día de los Muertos? An expert explains the holiday celebrating loved ones who have died \nhttps://youtu.be/HtdUV3cDW0w?si=SYVFzaR-kXELRLPl
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-at-congressional-cemetery/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery Chapel\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death Awareness,Death Dialogues,No Dogs Allowed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T110000
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T213000
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SUMMARY:Soul Strolls: Scandal & Slander
DESCRIPTION:Few American cities embody scandal quite like Washington\, D.C. As the heart of political power and prestige throughout U.S. history\, Washington has been the stage for some of the nation’s most infamous scandals. Where power thrives\, controversy follows\, and the truth remains elusive. Slander\, libel\, and gossip have all shaped and skewed the historical record\, making it challenging to separate fact from fiction. Many of the people at the center of these scandals—or who became infamous themselves—lived\, worked\, and died in the nation’s capital. But who were these individuals? What are their stories? \nThis fall\, we invite you to uncover tales of scandal from the residents of Congressional Cemetery—a macabre glimpse into D.C.’s notorious past. Discover how their legacies endure in our collective memory. Encounter those shrouded in the past\, brought vividly to life by our talented actors\, and witness them as they tell their stories. Join us for Soul Strolls 2024: Scandal and Slander. \nOur annual twilight tours explore the stories of individuals buried here through a guided lantern lit tour of the grounds with costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness\, immersed in vignettes of the lives of our interred residents. \nDetails: \nSoul Strolls take place over four nights\, October 18-19 and October 25-26. Hour-long tours depart every 15 minutes between 6:00 and 9:30 pm on Fridays (Oct 18\, Oct 25) and between 5:00 PM- 9:30 PM on Saturdays (Oct 19\, Oct 26). Gates open a half hour prior to the first tour start time. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to your tour start time. Tours depart from the chapel\, also known as the “Tavern of Lost Souls” during the event. Come and enjoy live music\, thematic cocktails\, and the ambiance of an evening in the cemetery. Costumes are encouraged and welcomed from attendees! \nVIP Tours: \nWe offer exclusive VIP tours as a part of Soul Strolls! On Fridays\, the 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM are exclusively VIP. On Saturdays\, the 6:00 PM\, 7:00 PM\, and 8:00 PM tours are VIP. A VIP Tour Ticket includes: \n\nA smaller\, more private tour group.\nA free drink ticket\nA Soul Strolls swag bag\nA free polaroid photo experience at the Public Vault\nAn exclusive champagne toast with none other than the Madam on the Mall herself\, Mary Ann Hall.\nEverything included in a standard ticket\n\nFamily Friendly Tour Times and Child Tickets: \nWant to bring children to Soul Strolls but are looking for a more family friendly tour? We have you covered. The 5:00 PM tour times on Saturday (Oct 19 and Oct 26) will be curated to be more family friendly. Mature themes and topics will be dialed back with younger audiences in mind. Consider these tour times rated “PG.” \nChild tickets are available for all non-VIP tour times. Tickets for ages 5 to 12 are $15.00. Ages 0-4 attend for free! \nASL Inclusive Tour Times: \nWant to participate in Soul Strolls but need ASL interpretation? We have you covered too! The 5:15 PM tour times on Saturday (Oct 19 and Oct 26) will include a complimentary ASL interpreter. They will accompany the tour to make sure everything being said by our actors is translated into ASL! \nOther: \nPlease Note: The Cemetery is unable to offer refunds or tour time changes\, so please keep this in mind when purchasing tickets. Tickets are non-transferable. \nThis event is rain or shine. Any rain cancelation will be due to dangerous or severe weather or an emergency. There are no rain dates for the event. \nComfortable shoes are encouraged\, as are flashlights. Tours will not stay on the paths\, so please be ready for uneven terrain. \nMATURE CONTENT WARNING: Soul Strolls 2024 includes dramatic recountings that touch on mature themes\, including sex work\, alcoholism\, and murder. \nInformation about Congressional Cemetery: www.congressionalcemetery.org. \nQuestions about Soul Strolls? Email staff@congressionalcemetery.org. \nThank you to our sponsors!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/soul-strolls-scandal-slander-4/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed,Soul Strolls
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T150000
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-10-26/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T213000
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CREATED:20240819T192415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T193758Z
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SUMMARY:Soul Strolls: Scandal & Slander
DESCRIPTION:Few American cities embody scandal quite like Washington\, D.C. As the heart of political power and prestige throughout U.S. history\, Washington has been the stage for some of the nation’s most infamous scandals. Where power thrives\, controversy follows\, and the truth remains elusive. Slander\, libel\, and gossip have all shaped and skewed the historical record\, making it challenging to separate fact from fiction. Many of the people at the center of these scandals—or who became infamous themselves—lived\, worked\, and died in the nation’s capital. But who were these individuals? What are their stories? \nThis fall\, we invite you to uncover tales of scandal from the residents of Congressional Cemetery—a macabre glimpse into D.C.’s notorious past. Discover how their legacies endure in our collective memory. Encounter those shrouded in the past\, brought vividly to life by our talented actors\, and witness them as they tell their stories. Join us for Soul Strolls 2024: Scandal and Slander. \nOur annual twilight tours explore the stories of individuals buried here through a guided lantern lit tour of the grounds with costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness\, immersed in vignettes of the lives of our interred residents. \nDetails: \nSoul Strolls take place over four nights\, October 18-19 and October 25-26. Hour-long tours depart every 15 minutes between 6:00 and 9:30 pm on Fridays (Oct 18\, Oct 25) and between 5:00 PM- 9:30 PM on Saturdays (Oct 19\, Oct 26). Gates open a half hour prior to the first tour start time. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to your tour start time. Tours depart from the chapel\, also known as the “Tavern of Lost Souls” during the event. Come and enjoy live music\, thematic cocktails\, and the ambiance of an evening in the cemetery. Costumes are encouraged and welcomed from attendees! \nVIP Tours: \nWe offer exclusive VIP tours as a part of Soul Strolls! On Fridays\, the 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM are exclusively VIP. On Saturdays\, the 6:00 PM\, 7:00 PM\, and 8:00 PM tours are VIP. A VIP Tour Ticket includes: \n\nA smaller\, more private tour group.\nA free drink ticket\nA Soul Strolls swag bag\nA free polaroid photo experience at the Public Vault\nAn exclusive champagne toast with none other than the Madam on the Mall herself\, Mary Ann Hall.\nEverything included in a standard ticket\n\nFamily Friendly Tour Times and Child Tickets: \nWant to bring children to Soul Strolls but are looking for a more family friendly tour? We have you covered. The 5:00 PM tour times on Saturday (Oct 19 and Oct 26) will be curated to be more family friendly. Mature themes and topics will be dialed back with younger audiences in mind. Consider these tour times rated “PG.” \nChild tickets are available for all non-VIP tour times. Tickets for ages 5 to 12 are $15.00. Ages 0-4 attend for free! \nASL Inclusive Tour Times: \nWant to participate in Soul Strolls but need ASL interpretation? We have you covered too! The 5:15 PM tour times on Saturday (Oct 19 and Oct 26) will include a complimentary ASL interpreter. They will accompany the tour to make sure everything being said by our actors is translated into ASL! \nOther: \nPlease Note: The Cemetery is unable to offer refunds or tour time changes\, so please keep this in mind when purchasing tickets. Tickets are non-transferable. \nThis event is rain or shine. Any rain cancelation will be due to dangerous or severe weather or an emergency. There are no rain dates for the event. \nComfortable shoes are encouraged\, as are flashlights. Tours will not stay on the paths\, so please be ready for uneven terrain. \nMATURE CONTENT WARNING: Soul Strolls 2024 includes dramatic recountings that touch on mature themes\, including sex work\, alcoholism\, and murder. \nInformation about Congressional Cemetery: www.congressionalcemetery.org. \nQuestions about Soul Strolls? Email staff@congressionalcemetery.org. \nThank you to our sponsors!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/soul-strolls-scandal-slander-3/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed,Soul Strolls
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T213000
DTSTAMP:20241019T193843Z
CREATED:20240819T192249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T193843Z
UID:10001202-1729357200-1729373400@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Soul Strolls: Scandal & Slander
DESCRIPTION:Few American cities embody scandal quite like Washington\, D.C. As the heart of political power and prestige throughout U.S. history\, Washington has been the stage for some of the nation’s most infamous scandals. Where power thrives\, controversy follows\, and the truth remains elusive. Slander\, libel\, and gossip have all shaped and skewed the historical record\, making it challenging to separate fact from fiction. Many of the people at the center of these scandals—or who became infamous themselves—lived\, worked\, and died in the nation’s capital. But who were these individuals? What are their stories? \nThis fall\, we invite you to uncover tales of scandal from the residents of Congressional Cemetery—a macabre glimpse into D.C.’s notorious past. Discover how their legacies endure in our collective memory. Encounter those shrouded in the past\, brought vividly to life by our talented actors\, and witness them as they tell their stories. Join us for Soul Strolls 2024: Scandal and Slander. \nOur annual twilight tours explore the stories of individuals buried here through a guided lantern lit tour of the grounds with costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly the way it should be experienced in October – in twilight and darkness\, immersed in vignettes of the lives of our interred residents. \nDetails: \nSoul Strolls take place over four nights\, October 18-19 and October 25-26. Hour-long tours depart every 15 minutes between 6:00 and 9:30 pm on Fridays (Oct 18\, Oct 25) and between 5:00 PM- 9:30 PM on Saturdays (Oct 19\, Oct 26). Gates open a half hour prior to the first tour start time. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes prior to your tour start time. Tours depart from the chapel\, also known as the “Tavern of Lost Souls” during the event. Come and enjoy live music\, thematic cocktails\, and the ambiance of an evening in the cemetery. Costumes are encouraged and welcomed from attendees! \nVIP Tours: \nWe offer exclusive VIP tours as a part of Soul Strolls! On Fridays\, the 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM are exclusively VIP. On Saturdays\, the 6:00 PM\, 7:00 PM\, and 8:00 PM tours are VIP. A VIP Tour Ticket includes: \n\nA smaller\, more private tour group.\nA free drink ticket\nA Soul Strolls swag bag\nA free polaroid photo experience at the Public Vault\nAn exclusive champagne toast with none other than the Madam on the Mall herself\, Mary Ann Hall.\nEverything included in a standard ticket\n\nFamily Friendly Tour Times and Child Tickets: \nWant to bring children to Soul Strolls but are looking for a more family friendly tour? We have you covered. The 5:00 PM tour times on Saturday (Oct 19 and Oct 26) will be curated to be more family friendly. Mature themes and topics will be dialed back with younger audiences in mind. Consider these tour times rated “PG.” \nChild tickets are available for all non-VIP tour times. Tickets for ages 5 to 12 are $15.00. Ages 0-4 attend for free! \nASL Inclusive Tour Times: \nWant to participate in Soul Strolls but need ASL interpretation? We have you covered too! The 5:15 PM tour times on Saturday (Oct 19 and Oct 26) will include a complimentary ASL interpreter. They will accompany the tour to make sure everything being said by our actors is translated into ASL! \nOther: \nPlease Note: The Cemetery is unable to offer refunds or tour time changes\, so please keep this in mind when purchasing tickets. Tickets are non-transferable. \nThis event is rain or shine. Any rain cancelation will be due to dangerous or severe weather or an emergency. There are no rain dates for the event. \nComfortable shoes are encouraged\, as are flashlights. Tours will not stay on the paths\, so please be ready for uneven terrain. \nMATURE CONTENT WARNING: Soul Strolls 2024 includes dramatic recountings that touch on mature themes\, including sex work\, alcoholism\, and murder. \nInformation about Congressional Cemetery: www.congressionalcemetery.org. \nQuestions about Soul Strolls? Email staff@congressionalcemetery.org. \nThank you to our sponsors!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/soul-strolls-scandal-slander-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed,Soul Strolls
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T150000
DTSTAMP:20251024T195509Z
CREATED:20240917T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T195509Z
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SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-10-19/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T150000
DTSTAMP:20251024T195509Z
CREATED:20240917T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T195509Z
UID:10001308-1728730800-1728745200@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T143000
DTSTAMP:20240919T163409Z
CREATED:20240912T234121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T163409Z
UID:10001211-1728133200-1728138600@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cemetery Speaker Series: Disinterments\, Exhumations\, and Grave Robbing
DESCRIPTION:Disinterment. Exhumation. Grave Robbing. The words themselves seemingly resonate in our collective consciousness\, conjuring images of the silhouettes of misbegotten characters\, toting shovels\, sneaking into a cemetery on a dark night\, intent on their grisly work. While this cliche vignette might seem amusing\, is it true? Or does it obscure an equally macabre but far more true reality? What happens when someone’s remains are raised from the grave? How was it done in the past? Does it still happen today? And if so\, is it even legal? \nTo answer these questions and more\, we hope that you will join us for a very special October edition of the Cemetery Speaker Series to learn\, in a nutshell\, the ins and outs of disinterments\, exhumations\, and grave robbing. \nMark S. Zaid\, a Washington\, D.C. based attorney and legal expert\, will be providing an overview presentation of human exhumations and grave robbing\, drawing from his own experiences throughout his career. After his remarks\, one of our docents will lead attendees on a thematic walking tour of the cemetery grounds related to the cemetery’s history with all types of exhumations\, including the theft of an Attorney General’s skull\, moving a Vice President’s body\, the mass exhumation of Chinese migrants\, and more. \nTickets are only $5 and all proceeds go to benefit our non-profit mission of historical preservation and education. Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today! Keynote remarks will take place either outside or inside the Chapel\, weather depending\, and the walking tour will take place on the grounds. The tour is approximately 45 minutes in length. Please come prepared with comfortable clothing and shoes\, as the tours often stray from the main paths. \nThe event is rain or shine. Smoking is prohibited and dogs are not allowed to attend the event unless they are a service animal. \nYou may reserve your spot below.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cemetery-speaker-series-disinterments-exhumations-and-grave-robbing/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Lecture,No Dogs Allowed,Speaker Series,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T150000
DTSTAMP:20251024T195509Z
CREATED:20240917T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T195509Z
UID:10001307-1728126000-1728140400@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-10-05/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T150000
DTSTAMP:20251024T195509Z
CREATED:20240917T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T195509Z
UID:10001306-1727521200-1727535600@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-09-28/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T150000
DTSTAMP:20251024T195509Z
CREATED:20240917T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T195509Z
UID:10001305-1726916400-1726930800@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Closed to Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Congressional Cemetery is closed to all dogs each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for family grave site visits as well as during: \nFunerals  |  Private & community events  |  Federal holidays
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/closed-to-dogs/2024-09-21/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T223000
DTSTAMP:20240915T230234Z
CREATED:20240912T002237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T230234Z
UID:10001209-1726254000-1726266600@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cinematery: The Sixth Sense
DESCRIPTION:  \nNOTE: This event is the July Cinematery that has now been rescheduled for this new date. This screening is FREE for everyone but reservations are required\, with those with tickets the original July screening given first opportunity to reserve their free spot.  \nI see dead people…and live people in the cemetery for Cinematery! We are so excited to bring the Bruce Willis led spooky thriller The Sixth Sense to Cinematery! \nCinematery is our annual outdoor summer film screenings. Held on the cemetery grounds\, this one-of-a-kind event allows you to enjoy the ambiance of the cemetery after dark while taking in a classic film with friends and family. So pack your chairs or picnic blanket and whatever tasty treats you enjoy and plan to join us for an exclusive picnic at an atmospheric National Historic Landmark. Join us for an evening under the stars! \nFeel free to bring your own beverages and food. Alcohol is permitted and will also be for sale. Keep in mind that all guests will be ID checked upon entry. We also recommend bringing your own blankets\, low lying lawn chairs\, etc. Please do NOT bring chairs that may obstruct the view of those behind you. \nGates open about an hour before sunset and the movie begins at sunset (for this film\, gates open at 7:00 and the film will begin around 815). \nThere is NO rain date for this event. \nYou may reserve your free tickets HERE!\n \nWe would like to thank our community partner and neighbor Fulcrum Properties Group for sponsoring the Cinematery screen and complimentary popcorn \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cinematery-the-sixth-sense-2/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cinematery,No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T220000
DTSTAMP:20240915T225914Z
CREATED:20240430T200203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T225914Z
UID:10001060-1725649200-1725660000@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cinematery: Casper
DESCRIPTION:  \nWhile ghosts may be scary\, they can be friendly too. Casper is not only a friendly ghost\, he is the featured conclusion to Summer of Spirits extravaganza. This family friendly classic is the perfect way to say goodbye to summer and to usher in the cool fall air of spooky season. \nCinematery is our annual outdoor summer film screenings. Held on the cemetery grounds\, this one-of-a-kind event allows you to enjoy the ambiance of the cemetery after dark while taking in a classic film with friends and family. So pack your chairs or picnic blanket and whatever tasty treats you enjoy and plan to join us for an exclusive picnic at an atmospheric National Historic Landmark. Join us for an evening under the stars! \nFeel free to bring your own beverages and food. Alcohol is permitted and will also be for sale. Keep in mind that all guests will be ID checked upon entry. We also recommend bringing your own blankets\, low lying lawn chairs\, etc. Please do NOT bring chairs that may obstruct the view of those behind you. \nGates open about an hour before sunset and the movie begins at sunset. (for this showing\, gates open at 7:00 and the movie will begin between 8:15 and 8:30). Times are adjusted for earlier sundown times. \nReservations are required. The recommended donation is $10 per person\, although you are welcome to give more. \nWe are grateful for the support of Alamo Drafthouse for providing free tickets (available via FREE raffle) for a film screening at Alamo Drafthouse DC Bryant Street. \n \nPlease note the rain date for this event\, September 13.\nYou may purchase your tickets below. \n \nWe would like to thank our community partner and neighbor Fulcrum Properties Group for sponsoring the Cinematery screen and complimentary popcorn. \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cinematery-casper/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cinematery,No Dogs Allowed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T114500
DTSTAMP:20240915T230211Z
CREATED:20240808T185452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T230211Z
UID:10001197-1724498100-1724499900@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Battle of Bladensburg Wreath Laying Ceremony with the District of Columbia National Guard
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 210th anniversary of The Battle of Bladensburg during the War of 1812. It was the first in a series of major engagements between U.S. and British forces during the Chesapeake Campaign of 1814. The result was a decisive victory for Great Britain and an embarrassing defeat for the United States\, resulting in the raiding and burning of the nation’s capital. Although the “Bladensburg Races” remains an infamous moment in U.S. military history\, it was a defeat from which Americans quickly learned several weeks later during the Battle of Baltimore. \nThe Battle of Bladensburg remains embedded in the DNA of the District of Columbia National Guard. Citizen Soldiers serving in the 1st and 2nd District of Columbia Militia Regiments defended the city. They were artisans\, shopkeepers\, printers\, teamsters\, dock workers\, lawyers\, clerks\, teachers\, and doctors who served valiantly before\, during\, and after the events of August 24. Dozens of these individuals who fought are interred at Historic Congressional Cemetery. \nOn Aug. 24\, we hope that you will join Historic Congressional Cemetery in collaboration with the District of Columbia National Guard for a Battle of Bladensburg wreath ceremony at 11:15 a.m. honoring the dozens of D.C. Militia members buried there who fought in the Battle of Bladensburg. The ceremony will feature remarks from various speakers followed by a wreath laying at the grave of Captain Peter Lenox\, a DC Militia veteran. \nPlease note that this event is running concurrently with the Congressional Cemetery Speaker Series event on the Battle of Bladensburg.  \n \nRSVP\nThe ceremony is free to attend but we ask that you please RSVP here.\nThe event is rain or shine. Smoking is prohibited and dogs are not allowed to attend the event unless they are a service animal. \nWe highly recommend dressing for the elements. Please also wear appropriate footwear due to the uneven ground in the cemetery.  \nGetting Here \nWe strongly encourage public transportation to get to Congressional Cemetery. The closest metro station to Congressional Cemetery is Stadium Armory\, located on the Orange/Blue/Silver lines. Bikes may be locked inside the cemetery. There is limited street parking\, but we advise visitors to closely read parking signs before finding a spot \n  \nTo learn more about the Cemetery Speaker Series\, check out our main page HERE.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/battle-of-bladensburg-wreath-laying-ceremony-with-the-district-of-columbia-national-guard/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T123000
DTSTAMP:20240917T203038Z
CREATED:20240803T003803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T203038Z
UID:10001194-1724495400-1724502600@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cemetery Speaker Series: The Battle of Bladensburg and the Burning of Washington
DESCRIPTION:Approximately 210 years ago\, on August 24\, 1814\, American forces under the command of Brigadier General William Winder maneuvered to defend the nation’s capital. Among these Americans were Washingtonians\, citizen soldiers serving in the 1st and 2nd District of Columbia Militia Regiments. These carpenters\, lawyers\, shoemakers\, and citizens of all types rushed to the defend the city against a British strike force. Despite their valor\, American forces were routed and British forces set fire to Washington. Notably\, public buildings such as the President’s House (now known as the White House) and the Washington Navy Yard were put to the torch. Undaunted\, Washingtonians patriotically served before\, during\, and after the events of August 24. American forces would go on to win a decisive victory over the British at the Battle of Baltimore and\, in due course\, rebuild the nation’s capital. \nWe hope that you will join at this special Cemetery Speaker Series event to explore the Battle of Bladensburg and the Burning of Washington. Dr. Glenn F. Williams\, a retired Army officer and historian\, will be providing an overview presentation of the battle. After\, the attendees of the speaker series will join the cemetery staff for a wreath laying ceremony in conjunction with the District of Columbia National Guard. This ceremony is a separate program available to the public for free. Please click here  for more information about the ceremony.  After the ceremony\, ticketed attendees of the Cemetery Speaker Series will join one of our docents for a tour of the graves and memorials associated with the Battle of Bladensburg/Burning of Washington. \nTickets are only $5 and all proceeds go to benefit our non-profit mission of historical preservation and education. Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today! Keynote remarks will take place either outside or inside the Chapel\, weather depending\, and the walking tour will take place on the grounds. The tour is approximately 45 minutes in length. Please come prepared with comfortable clothing and shoes\, as the tours often stray from the main paths. \nThe event is rain or shine. Smoking is prohibited and dogs are not allowed to attend the event unless they are a service animal. \n   \nYou may reserve your spot below.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cemetery-speaker-series-the-battle-of-bladensburg-and-the-burning-of-washington/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Lecture,No Dogs Allowed,Speaker Series,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T223000
DTSTAMP:20240915T225913Z
CREATED:20240430T200136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T225913Z
UID:10001059-1722625200-1722637800@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cinematery: The Haunted Mansion
DESCRIPTION:  \nAt Cinematery\, you never know who or what may be lurking behind the nearest tombstone…wait\, is that Eddie Murphy?? For this Cinematery screening\, we are going all the way back to 2003 to showcase this comedy-horror classic! \nCinematery is our annual outdoor summer film screenings. Held on the cemetery grounds\, this one-of-a-kind event allows you to enjoy the ambiance of the cemetery after dark while taking in a classic film with friends and family. So pack your chairs or picnic blanket and whatever tasty treats you enjoy and plan to join us for an exclusive picnic at an atmospheric National Historic Landmark. Join us for an evening under the stars! \nFeel free to bring your own beverages and food. Alcohol is permitted and will also be for sale. Keep in mind that all guests will be ID checked upon entry. We also recommend bringing your own blankets\, low lying lawn chairs\, etc. Please do NOT bring chairs that may obstruct the view of those behind you. \nGates open about an hour before sunset and the movie begins at sunset. (for this showing\, gates will open at 7:00 and the film will start at 8:30) Times are adjusted for earlier sundown times. \nReservations are required. The recommended donation is $10 per person\, although you are welcome to give more. \nWe are grateful for the support of Alamo Drafthouse for providing free tickets (available via FREE raffle) for a film screening at Alamo Drafthouse DC Bryant Street. \n \nPlease note the rain date for this event\, August 9.\nYou may purchase your tickets below. \n \nWe would like to thank our community partner and neighbor Fulcrum Properties Group for sponsoring the Cinematery screen and complimentary popcorn. \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cinematery-the-haunted-mansion/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cinematery,No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T123000
DTSTAMP:20240917T215303Z
CREATED:20240703T193455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T215303Z
UID:10001004-1721473200-1721478600@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cemetery Speaker Series: Women in American Society
DESCRIPTION:The story of Washington\, DC is a story of women. Their important roles throughout the district’s 234-year history have not always been sufficiently recognized\, due to a combination of structural prejudices and the behind-the-scenes nature of some of their actions\, particularly early on. Nevertheless\, they persisted and continue to persist in shaping the nation and its capital. \nThe roles and influence of women in American society have morphed over time. Historic Congressional Cemetery is excited to welcome two local experts in women’s history to talk about these evolving roles as the next entry in the HCC 2024 Speaker Series. Kaitlin Calogera and Rebecca Grawl\, both from A Tour Of Her Own tour company\, will discuss the roles and actions of women in nineteenth-century American society and how those things changed heading into the twentieth century. \nThe cemetery invites you to this 2024 Speaker Series event on Saturday\, July 20th 11 AM-12:30 PM. Following keynote remarks\, Kaitlin Calogera and Rebecca Grawl will join with HCC archivist Dayle Dooley\, who will lead a thematic tour of women’s history gravesites and monuments. Come along as they walk the grounds and retell the stories of women laid to rest here\, including Belva Lockwood and Anne Royall. \nTickets are only $5 and all proceeds go to benefitting our non-profit mission of historical preservation and education. Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today! Keynote remarks will take place either outside or inside the Chapel\, weather depending\, and the walking tour will take place on the grounds. The tour is approximately 45 minutes in length. Please come prepared with comfortable clothing and shoes\, as the tours often stray from the main paths. \nThe event is rain or shine. Smoking is prohibited and dogs are not allowed to attend the event unless they are a service animal. \nTo learn more about A Tour Of Her Own\, please click HERE.\n \nYou may reserve your spot below.\n  \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cemetery-speaker-series-women-in-american-society/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Lecture,No Dogs Allowed,Speaker Series,Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T230000
DTSTAMP:20240915T225910Z
CREATED:20240430T200113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T225910Z
UID:10001058-1720812600-1720825200@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Cinematery: The Sixth Sense
DESCRIPTION:  \nUPDATE: This event has been POSTPONED to the scheduled rain date of July 12!\nI see dead people…and live people in the cemetery for Cinematery! We are so excited to bring the Bruce Willis led spooky thriller The Sixth Sense to Cinematery! \nCinematery is our annual outdoor summer film screenings. Held on the cemetery grounds\, this one-of-a-kind event allows you to enjoy the ambiance of the cemetery after dark while taking in a classic film with friends and family. So pack your chairs or picnic blanket and whatever tasty treats you enjoy and plan to join us for an exclusive picnic at an atmospheric National Historic Landmark. Join us for an evening under the stars! \nFeel free to bring your own beverages and food. Alcohol is permitted and will also be for sale. Keep in mind that all guests will be ID checked upon entry. We also recommend bringing your own blankets\, low lying lawn chairs\, etc. Please do NOT bring chairs that may obstruct the view of those behind you. \nGates open about an hour before sunset and the movie begins at sunset (for this film\, gates open at 7:30 and the film will begin between 8:45-9:00) Times are adjusted for earlier sundown times. \nReservations are required. The recommended donation is $10 per person\, although you are welcome to give more. \nPlease note the rain date for this event\, July 12.\nYou may purchase your tickets below. \n \nWe would like to thank our community partner and neighbor Fulcrum Properties Group for sponsoring the Cinematery screen and complimentary popcorn \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cinematery-the-sixth-sense/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cinematery,No Dogs Allowed
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T203000
DTSTAMP:20240915T230026Z
CREATED:20240523T003442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T230026Z
UID:10001086-1719678600-1719693000@congressionalcemetery.org
SUMMARY:Gentleman's Gambit: A Prohibition Era Mystery
DESCRIPTION:  \nUPDATE: Gentleman’s Gambit tickets are now SOLD OUT. Thank you so much for your support!\nOn January 17\, 1920\, the United States went dry. The 18th Amendment ushered in a new era in American history\, one characterized by booming business\, new fashions\, and immense cultural upheaval. And in the nation’s capital\, politicians\, bootleggers\, activists\, and everyone else in between all lived side by side\, helping texture the stories from the past we tell today. They lived in an America of dynamic change. The march of progress that dominated this new modern era resulted in the banning of alcohol\, with personal freedom sacrificed to preserve a perceived sense of collective morality. Washingtonians grappled with this paradox of prohibition in different ways\, shaping events\, influencing popular culture\, and transforming American society. We invite you to join us for a one night only\, one-of-a-kind immersive experience. Discover\, detect\, and deduce at Gentleman’s Gambit: A Prohibition Era Mystery. \n \nGentleman’s Gambit is an interactive\, immersive\, outdoor theater experience and fundraiser where visitors are invited to journey back to the Prohibition Era. Featuring live music\, thematic cocktails\, a costume contest\, period dancing lessons\, costumed actors\, and an interactive history hunt\, Gentleman’s Gambit is the perfect way to delve into DC’s past. \nLegendary DC Bootlegger William Frank Dement\, long put to rest at our historic burial ground\, has returned for one night only and he has brought the dark secrets of his own past for a final reckoning with the circumstances of his untimely death. Team up with others or take up the challenge yourself to solve the mystery\, win a prize\, and complete the Gentleman’s Gambit! \nYour Contribution: \nWhile our immersive experiences and live theater events are tons of fun\, they are also important fundraisers that benefit the preservation\, maintenance\, and repair of over 25\,000 memorial stones\, tombstones\, and graves at Historic Congressional Cemetery This work is ongoing and remains a critical component of our non-profit mission. In order to safeguard our National Historic Landmark and to continue to bring history to life for our community\, we are relying on your help. \nAll ticket prices for Gentleman’s Gambit include an automatically included\, tax deductible\, contribution to our non-profit mission. These amounts are clearly denoted below and are also included on the ticketing checkout page. We appreciate your generous support as we work to preserve Congressional Cemetery for future generations. \nTickets: \nGentleman’s Gambit is a one night only exclusive event held on June 29\, 4:30 PM- 8:30 PM.  \nBoth general admission and VIP tickets are offered for the event. The amounts in parathesis next to the total denotes the amount that is a tax-deductible charitable contribution (see above) \nGeneral admission: $50 ($25 charitable contribution) \n \nIncludes: Admission to the event at anytime between 4:30 PM- 8:00 PM\, A “Bootlegger’s Adviser” History Hunt\, a period dance tutorial\, and entry to the costume contest \nVIP admission: $85 ($35 charitable contribution) \nIncludes: All General admission ticket benefits\, a VIP swag bag (including a premium whiskey glass)\, a complimentary drink ticket\, and exclusive access for a polaroid photo at the Public Vault (DeMent’s bootlegger stash). \nTable Upgrade: $250 ($150 charitable contribution) \nIncludes: All VIP and General Admission ticket holders may purchase a table for use during the event. All tables are tent covered\, includes 4 chairs\, and are located at a premium location near the dance floor and band. \nHistory Hunt: \nWilliam Frank DeMent was one of the many bootleggers who plied his elicit trade in the nation’s capital. Using this new revenue stream\, DeMent grew wealthier\, but ultimately his reach escaped his grasp as his trade led to his untimely end. At Gentleman’s Gambit\, DeMent is returning\, along with some other lost souls\, and they need your help to solve a mystery. \nWhat circumstances led to DeMent’s death? How did he die? Where? Who killed him? All of these questions and more will be answered when you solve the mystery at Gentleman’s Gambit…so long as you are up to the challenge. \n \nGentleman’s Gambit attendees will be tasked with solving an interactive history hunt where they will solve riddles to locate clues to unravel the mystery of DeMent’s death. Some clues may just be a simple gravestone. Others\, are a bit more lively\, as the lost spirits of those buried here wander the grounds. Perhaps\, if asked the right questions\, they will be kind enough to help you solve the mystery to win a prize? \nAll attendees at Gentleman’s Gambit will receive a Bootlegger’s Adviser History Hunt and instructions on how to participate upon arrival. The History Hunt may be completed at any time throughout the event and your prize may be redeemed at DeMent’s Speakeasy once you have solved the mystery. \nRain and Weather Policy:  \nThis an outside event that will be held rain or shine. Guests should keep an eye on the forecast and prepare for the elements accordingly. A message will be sent to all ticketed attendees prior to the event with a weather advisory. \nIn the event that severe weather makes the event too dangerous to proceed\, the event will be canceled. In this case\, tickets will be refunded with the exception of the charitable contribution portion\, which will be retained to cover event costs. Thank you for your understanding. \nLive Music and Dance Demonstrations: \nWe love period music and dance and we hope you do too! We are excited to share that the Foggy Bottom Whomp Stompers will be playing multiple sets during the event. An area of the event will be opened up to act as a dance floor to truly transport you bac to the Roaring 20s. \nIn addition\, dance instructors will offer two period dancing demonstrations from Gotta Swing that will invite audience participants to learn how to dance like the country has just gone dry! \nCostume Contest: \nWere you born in the wrong time? Do you have a period costume you are proud of that you need an occasion to show it off? Perhaps you regularly dress like you lived during the Prohibition Era and you want to win a prize for it? \nWell\, at Gentleman’s Gambit\, we have you covered! We encourage you to dress up for this event and all attendees are welcome to register for the costume contest. Registration is free and is done entirely on site at the event. All you need to do to be entered is to fill out a small form and present yourself to the judges. They will be judging the (2) winners based on three areas: quality\, period appropriateness\, and creativity/originality. \nThematic Cocktails: \nWe are happy to offer a selection of some of our favorite cocktails from Republic Restoratives and are proud to continue our partnership with DC Brau to provide high quality\, brewed in DC beer for our live theater events. \nProgramming Schedule: \nThere will be a schedule of programming near the dance floor and bar which will include: dance demonstrations\, the reveal of the costume contest winners\, and remarks. Perhaps even a few lost souls will make their way to our secret speakeasy concert\, drawn in by the music and excitement… \n  \n\nWe are incredibly grateful for the support of the following sponsors \nAs a non-profit organization\, we rely on events like Gentleman’s Gambit to help fundraise in pursuit of our mission. We are extremely grateful for the support of the following sponsors. We encourage all attendees to learn more about these amazing organizations! \nFulcrum Residential: Keynote Sponsor\n \nEastern Memorials\nEastern Memorials is a full-service monument company\, specializing in creating personalized memorials in both granite and bronze since 1992. We believe each family has a unique story to tell\, and we understand the importance of capturing that story in stone for the benefit of future generations. Our caring staff will work with you in designing a lasting and unique tribute for your loved one. Eastern Memorials artisans use a combination of old-world knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment to design and make our memorials and headstones for graves. Covering regions of Maryland\, Washington D.C. & Northern Virginia\, we are the premier and most technologically modern monument company\, located in Manassas\, VA. Visit our website to view our wide array of work. Contact us with any questions that you may have at (703) 393-0999 or info@easternmemorials.com. \n \nLearn more about them here! \nDC Brau\n \nNot too long ago\, our nation’s capital was a world-class beer town without a brewery to call its own. Since Christian Heurich had closed the doors to his brewery in the 1950s\, Washington DC had no brewery whose products were available in local stores and on tap outside its site of production. In 2011\, DC Brau Brewing Company officially tapped its first keg of beer entirely brewed\, packaged and sold within the District of Columbia. Since then\, the brewery has crafted award-winning beer — utilizing a delicious and uniquely American blend of North American and European techniques and ingredients — with distribution throughout the greater National Capital Region\, Maryland\, Pennsylvania\, Massachusetts and beyond \nLearn more about them here! \nYou may purchase tickets below!
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/gentlemans-gambit-a-prohibition-era-mystery-3/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Dogs Allowed,Theater
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SUMMARY:Peterbug's Juneteenth 5k
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2nd Annual Peterbug’s Juneteenth 5k sponsored by Fulcrum Residential\, A Celebration of the DC Historic Landmark Designation and Juneteenth. Every year in June\, the corner of E Street & Peterbug Matthews Way SE comes alive to celebrate the contribution of John “Peterbug” Matthews and the remembrance of Juneteenth. This year\, we add to our celebration the designation of the Peterbug Academy as a contributing landmark in Capitol Hill\, thanks to the preservation efforts of former First Lady Lady Bird Johnson who donated the land to the District where the Peterbug Academy now sits. We will be honoring her contribution with a planting ceremony in conjunction with the Lady Bird Johson’s Wildflower Center. \nFor more than 45 years Mr. Matthews and the Peterbug Academy has been an integral piece of the Capitol Hill community. His shoe repair academy has provided a much-needed service to his neighbors and an incomparable opportunity to make a difference in the lives of neighborhood children. Since 1977 he has been “saving soles and heeling people” while supporting the greenest form of all transportation – our feet! Kick off a celebration of Juneteenth weekend by walking\, jogging\, or running this 5K. Then hang around and walk in the Peterbug Day Parade as we move along E Street to Peterbug’s Shoe Academy to celebrate Peterbug’s birthday with food\, music\, and fellowship at the corner of Peterbug Matthews Way (13th St SE) & E St SE. The Fulcrum Foundation and the Peterbug Academy are proud to announce their partnership to help preserve the historic property located at 502 Peterbug Matthews Way St SE. \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/peterbug5k/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:5K Races,No Dogs Allowed
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SUMMARY:Cemetery Speaker Series: Leonard Matlovich\, A Purple Heart
DESCRIPTION:“I believe that we must be the same activists in our deaths that we were in our lives.”\n – Leonard Matlovich 1987\nAlong with its other claims to fame\, why\, when\, and how did Congressional Cemetery become even\nmore historic for attracting a still-growing number of out LGBTQ+ residents; the largest known in the world\, and a distinction so exceptional that even mainstream media repeatedly wonder at it? \nJune’s guest speaker\, gay historian Michael Bedwell\, will describe its origins in legendary Paris cemetery Père Lachaise and detail the three reasons why his late friend\, former Air Force Technical Sergeant Leonard Matlovich\, the first service member to purposely out himself to fight the American military’s ban on gay men\, lesbians\, and bisexuals\, chose Congressional over Arlington. \nHis grave has been the focal point for several historic gay rights events\, the site of the legal wedding of two men\, and is the starting point for DC Front Runners’ annual Pride Run—though many of them were born after he died and have no idea who he was. Illustrated with personal photos along with audio and video clips\, Michael will also discuss the significance of Historic Congressional Cemetery as the location of not just Leonard’s internationally iconic stone but also the Veterans Administration cenotaph for Leonard’s mentor and the father of the modern gay rights movement Frank Kameny\, and the final resting place of three additional Movement pioneers: multi-achieving Barbara Gittings and her life partner Kay Tobin Lahusen and future resident Randy Wicker who led the first organized gay rights protest in the world in 1964. Behind the cover of TIME magazine\, beyond the front pages of newspapers from The New York Times to the Big Spring\, Texas Herald\, away from national network news screens\, and out of handcuffs in front of the White House\, what was the man like who inspired their all coming here? \nTickets are only $5 and all proceeds go to benefitting our non-profit mission of historical preservation and education. Space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today! The event is rain or shine. Smoking is prohibited and dogs are not allowed to attend the event unless they are a service animal. \nKeynote remarks will take place inside the Chapel\, and the walking tour will take place on the grounds. After his remarks\, Bedwell will be joined by one of our docents for a tour of HCC’s LGBTQ+ graves\, culminating in a wreath laying at Leonard Matlovich’s grave. Please come prepared with comfortable clothing and shoes\, as the tours often stray from the main paths. \nSome of Michael’s history articles: \nThe Imitation Alan Turing vs. the Real Alan Turing: Victim vs. Hero\nHow Alfred Kinsey armed the early gay rights movement with research\nBlack lesbian Ernestine Eckstein was protesting when most gays thought protests were crazy\nRemembering transgender pioneer Christine Jorgensen \nYou may reserve your spot below.
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cemetery-speaker-series-leonard-matlovich-a-purple-heart/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Lecture,No Dogs Allowed,Speaker Series,Tour
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SUMMARY:Cinematery: Beetlejuice
DESCRIPTION:  \nCinematery! Cinematery! Cinematery! Say it three times and your favorite outdoor movies series will return. That’s right\, we have the Tim Burton classic Beetlejuice on deck to kick off the Cinematery summer season. \nCinematery is our annual outdoor summer film screenings. Held on the cemetery grounds\, this one-of-a-kind event allows you to enjoy the ambiance of the cemetery after dark while taking in a classic film with friends and family. So pack your chairs or picnic blanket and whatever tasty treats you enjoy and plan to join us for an exclusive picnic at an atmospheric National Historic Landmark. Join us for an evening under the stars! \nFeel free to bring your own beverages and food. Alcohol is permitted and will also be for sale. Keep in mind that all guests will be ID checked upon entry. We also recommend bringing your own blankets\, low lying lawn chairs\, etc. Please do NOT bring chairs that may obstruct the view of those behind you. \nGates open about an hour before sunset and the movie begins at sunset (for this film\, gates will open at 7:30 and the film will begin between 8:30-8:45). Times are adjusted for earlier sundown times. \nReservations are required. The recommended donation is $10 per person\, although you are welcome to give more. \nPlease note the rain date for this event\, June 14.\nYou may purchase your tickets below. \n \nWe would like to thank our community partner and neighbor Fulcrum Properties Group for sponsoring the Cinematery screen and complimentary popcorn. \n 
URL:https://congressionalcemetery.org/event/cinematery-beetlejuice/
LOCATION:Historic Congressional Cemetery\, 1801 E Street\, Southeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cinematery,No Dogs Allowed
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