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Smithsonian Folklife Festival – Celebrate Cultural Traditions on the National Mall

The 2020 Smithsonian Folklife Festival presentation on the National Mall in Washington, D

The 2020 Smithsonian Folklife Festival presentation on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., will be postponed.

The Festival was originally scheduled for June 24 to 28 and July 1 to 5.

We encourage you to explore our website, where you will find a treasure trove of offerings spanning more than fifty years of performances, demonstrations, discussions, and workshops. The website contains audio/visual and educational materials, articles, and blog posts representing diverse cultural practices from all fifty states, over one hundred countries and scores of occupations. For the most updated information on the Smithsonian Folklife Festival and more resources, visit us at https://www.facebook.com/smithsonianfolklife.

Amenities

  • ADA Compliant
  • Free Admission

Additional Information

Distance to Metro

0.25 Miles

Nearby Landmarks

National Mall

Attraction Rates

Free

Metro Station

Smithsonian

Metro Line

Blue, Orange, Silver

Directions

The National Mall
Washington, DC 20560
United States


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