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10/01/2026

After a recommendation way back in 2011, it's now official. One of the Smithsonian's newest museums finally has a permanent home. The Arts & Industries Building dates from the 1800s, but will soon be the home the National Museum of the American Latino.

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On August 31, 2026 the Smithsonian Institution Board of Regents took a significant step on the long journey to open a new national museum he

07/13/2026

Chef Michael Rafidi (Albi) on his favorite places to eat in DC.

James Beard Award-winning Chef Michael Rafidi joins Condé Nast Trav...

07/07/2026

"Corazón y vida: Lowriding Culture" is a satisfying case study in cultural anthropology. At about 5,000 square feet, the narratives are presented via familiar concepts like family, solidarity, unity, and tradition.

The exhibition does a stellar job at delving into the culture, why it flourished colloquially, and how some of the ideals were so universal, that it spread worldwide.

It's open at the National Museum of American History and is ongoing as of this writing. Worth a visit!

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06/02/2026

"HERE: Pride and Belonging in African Art" has been several years in the making. After months-long delays in 2025, the exhibition opened earlier this year.

What stood out to me the most in this show was how tightly identity was bonded with community. Family bonds, work bonds, friendship bonds, national bonds, and bonds with others in the q***r community.

That association really drove the show for me and made turning the next corner to see what was next compelling. My internal art viewer voice was asking "In what new ways can an artist convey this message?"

Go see this show and read more of my thoughts on this week's Patreon (link below). HERE is open through late August at National Museum of African Art,.

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05/18/2026

On May 1st in Washington, DC a singular protester climbed atop an arch bridge while simultaneously, just a few miles away, 15,000 people marched in the streets. Protest comes in different forms. On May 1 we saw real time, parallel actions, one individual and one collective.

DC is a 24/7/365 classroom for civics, history, and sociology. Tours aren't just historical. I'm striving every day to place current events in context and yes, talk about current events! We can't ignore the times we are in.

05/05/2026

Have you seen the new 7 foot tall, 2,000 pound bison on the National Mall? They have a wonderful story that began nearly 150 years ago, just across the road. (Free to read)

Bison on Parade by Attucks Adams Walking Tours on Patreon. Join Attucks Adams Walking Tours's community for exclusive content and updates.

04/25/2026

Just recently added a new tour, the Library of Congress Jefferson Building. This is an in depth 2 hour exploration of this exceptional piece of DC's built environment. There are a few spots left on the May 8 tour:

Marvel at the Great Hall, admire Jefferson's original book collection, and gaze into the Reading Room from above.

02/10/2026

Snow covered National Mall from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture.

01/15/2026

Diamond Teague's and Monique Johnson's work contributed to the vast improvements we all appreciate today when enjoying the Anacostia River.

They were both tragically taken away from us too early in violent acts. A look at how we use these commemorations to honor their work and lingering questions about handing these types of commemorations off to the next generation.

How public parks are used for commemoration in Washington, DC. Honoring Diamond Teague and Monique Johnson in Navy Yard next to the Anacostia River.

12/17/2025

DC is a criminally underrated theatre town.

I love seeing shows at Arena Stage and it's so cool (you might even say Crazy Sexy Cool) that they are hosting the *world premier* of a new TLC musical by Kwame Kwei-Armah.

CrazySexyCool will run June 12 to August 9, 2026. Another one to put on your calendar.

♥️ Always RIP Lisa Lopes. 🙏🏽