Spring means skies are filled with colorful shapes on strings bobbing and dipping in the wind. In Washington, DC, the Kite Festival ushers in spring. The DAR Museum celebrates the season and event with an 1876 Pocket Kite from our collection. Come explore this amazing artifact. Learn more about kites in Colonial America. Make your own kite, then head to the National Mall to fly it. Contact the museum at (202) 879-3240 or [email protected] if you plan to attend; drop-ins welcomed.

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Location: O'Byrne Room, Lower Level Fee: Free

http://www.dar.org/museum/calendar.cfm