Tag Archives: National Museum of Natural History

Review: Born to Be Wild 3D

The magic of IMAX is especially effective in Born to Be Wild 3D, a new film documenting rescues of orphaned baby orangutans and elephants.  Not only do you want to reach out and touch the images that seem to be … Continue reading

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Enter to Win Tickets to a Sneak Preview of Born to Be Wild 3D!

Want a chance to attend a sneak preview of the newest film coming to the Smithsonian’s Johnson IMAX Theater?  I have a bunch of tickets to give away for an advanced screening of Born to Be Wild 3D, an inspiring … Continue reading

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Weekend Picks

The museums are heavy on special family activities this weekend, but with the glorious weather forecast for the next few days, I’ve got several suggestions to get you outdoors, too.   Happy Weekend! Family Day: Kites of Asia – Go fly … Continue reading

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And the Winner is… The Weekend Round-Up

I loved reading the feedback from yesterday’s giveaway and learning which features readers enjoyed most on KFDC.  If it had been, say, an awards ceremony,  the weekend round-up easily would have won the golden trophy.   I hope this one … Continue reading

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Enter to Win 4 Tickets to a Smithsonian IMAX Movie or Planetarium Show!

It’s time for the first KFDC anniversary giveaway!  As mentioned in yesterday’s post, I’m celebrating my blog’s one-year mark with a week of contests and prizes for lucky readers, all of which relate to activities and venues that I’ve written … Continue reading

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A 3D Journey through Arabia

One of the best, most defining things about IMAX movies is that feeling of being there — at the location, amid the action, immersed in the context of both the movie and the onscreen environment.  This bodes well for Arabia … Continue reading

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MLK Celebrations and More this Weekend

Whether you’re looking for ways to pay tribute to MLK, interesting activities at the museums, or fun entertainment for the kids, this weekend has it covered.  Here’s what’s going on around town Saturday, Sunday, AND Monday.  Happy Weekend! Martin Luther … Continue reading

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‘Tis the Weekend

The holiday season is upon us. This is evident by the holiday-themed events that have begun popping up around town. Of course, if you’re not quite ready to embrace the spirit, there are plenty of other things to do, such … Continue reading

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Weekend Picks

TGIF! If you’re still looking for things to do with the kids this weekend, here are few fun things going on around town. And for more suggestions, check out KFDC posts from the last couple of weeks — several things … Continue reading

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Night at the Museum

Do you remember as a kid wishing you could live out the stories of some of your favorite movies? I would have given anything to tour Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, cycle over the moon with ET, or dance the hand … Continue reading

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