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Madame Tussauds Washington D.C. will welcome the wax figures of Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge just in time to celebrate the arrival of the newest royal baby

Celebrate The Royal Family’s Arrival at Madame Tussauds Washington D.C.

May 4, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

As millions around the world anxiously await the arrival of the second royal baby, Madame Tussauds Washington D.C will welcome the wax figures of Queen Elizabeth, Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on Tuesday, May 5^th at 9:30am at Madame Tussauds (1001 F Street, NW ). The royal figures will remain in Washington DC for a limited time before they continue their tour across the world to various Madame Tussauds locations.

50th Anniversary Celebration of the Voting Rights Act

April 28, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

Join Moment Magazine and the Religious Freedom Center of the Newseum Institute for a celebration of the golden anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Moderated by journalist Steven V. Roberts, the event will feature Former Congressman Barney Frank, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, and Julian Bond, as well as include a live photo exhibition of some of the period’s iconic photographs and live music from the Selma march era.

National Portrait Gallery Says Goodbye to Stephen Colbert’s Portrait

April 6, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

As of April 12, Stephen Colbert’s portrait will no longer be at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. Created for the final season of The Colbert Report, the show loaned the comedian’s portrait to the Smithsonian in December 2014.

Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire – Heart and Soul Tour 2015

March 5, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

Two of the most successful and critically-acclaimed bands Earth, Wind & Fire and Chicago announced their North American co-headlining summer tour Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire – Heart And Soul Tour 2015 kicking off July 15. Tickets on sale Friday 3/13 and Saturday 3/14 here: http://bit.ly/CEWF_TIX

New exhibit “Reporting Vietnam” opens May 22

March 5, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

CBS Corporation to sponsor Exhibit in Memory of CBS News Correspondent Bob Simon

Indiana Jones Swings into the National Geographic Museum May 14

March 3, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

The beloved character of Indiana Jones and his adventures in search of the ancient past have inspired audiences around the world for over 30 years. These stories, many based on actual archaeological figures and sites around the world, playfully capture National Geographic’s spirit of exploration and provide the perfect platform to talk about real archaeologists and what they do. Opening at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, D.C, on Thursday, May 14, Indiana Jones™ and the Adventure of Archaeology offers a redefined, modern exhibition experience with a combination of Hollywood magic, history and science.

Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery Has a Winner!

February 26, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

George Carlin’s Portrait Chosen by the Public for Display

‘Monster Fish’ Exhibit to Open at National Geographic Museum 3/26

February 6, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

“Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants”, a new exhibition based on the popular Nat Geo WILD series, will open at the National Geographic Museum on March 26. The interactive exhibit includes life-size fish sculptures, clips from the series, live fish, and several family-friendly activities designed to educate visitors about these massive fish. The exhibit also features Dr. Zeb Hogan, aquatic ecologist, National Geographic Fellow and host of “Monster Fish,” who has spent nearly two decades searching for and studying these rare, large freshwater fish species.

Story & Photography by Dean Rogers

NBC’s Allegiance Preview Screening at the Spy Museum

January 29, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums, Television News

Good evening, Washington DC. Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to gear up for the premiere of NBC’s newest espionage thriller “Allegiance” premiering Next Thursday, February 5th @ 10:00pm. Last night, some lucky people got their first glimpse of the new series at the perfect place to view such a series: the International Spy Museum.

Madame Tussauds DC Unveils New Frederick Douglass Wax Figure in Honor of Black History Month

January 29, 2015 Dean Rogers Arts & Entertainment, Museums

The family-friendly DC attraction will unveil the brand new wax likeness with the help of the Frederick Douglass National Historical Site

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