Halloween Pet Portraits 2021
Halloween Pet Portraits 2021
Washington, DC
In partnership with Just Walk, join us for a Halloween pet portrait in your pup's favorite place! Options for portraits include either dog or family style. Plan to dress up in your favorite costume! We will have some costume options available for your pet as well as seasonally spooky backgrounds a…
Saturday, October 30 2021
11:00 AM
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3:00 PM
American Military History Tour
American Military History Tour
Washington, DC
This tour will be a walk through American military history, from the American Revolution to the present, through the stories and personalities of military graves and memorials at Historic Congressional Cemetery. For years, Congressional Cemetery's docents have consistently offered Saturday tours o…
Saturday, September 10 2022
11:00 AM
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12:30 PM
LGBTQ+ History Guided Tour
LGBTQ+ History Guided Tour
Washington, DC
Join docent Jeffrey Rollins for an LGBTQ+ tour of Historic Congressional Cemetery. HCC is the only known cemetery in the world with a dedicated LGBTQ section. Find out who is buried here and DC’s role in the history of the LGBTQ rights movement! Please come prepared with comfortable clothing and …
Saturday, October 2 2021
1:00 PM
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2:00 PM
Sunday Strolls 2021
Sunday Strolls 2021
Washington, DC
Due to the increased demand, we are happy to offer in-person tours on Sundays in addition to the Facebook Live tours on Saturdays. Our Sunday tours will begin at 1 pm, and will be an informal look at the history of Congressional Cemetery. Please be aware that the cemetery is open to dogs on Sunday…
Sun, Apr 4 2021
1:00 PM
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Sun, Oct 31 2021
2:00 PM
Only at Congressional Guided Tour 2021
Only at Congressional Guided Tour 2021
Washington, DC
Join us for a guided tour of Congressional Cemetery, sharing the secrets and stories of this hidden gem. Among the 65,000 burials at Congressional are scores of noteworthy citizens who left their mark on the city and the nation. Find out more about their amazing stories. This tour takes a broad loo…
Sat, Apr 3 2021
11:00 AM
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Sat, Oct 30 2021
12:00 PM
Cinematery
Cinematery
Washington, DC
Join us on the cemetery grounds this summer for a screening of light-hearted films exploring the galaxy. Feel free to bring your own drink and food. Alcohol is permitted. Gates open about an hour before sunset (June 7:30pm) and the movie begins at sunset, (June 8:30pm). Times are adjusted for the …
Fri, Jun 3 2022
7:30 PM
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Fri, Sep 2 2022
9:30 PM
Soul Strolls Twilight Tours 2021
Soul Strolls Twilight Tours 2021
Washington, DC
Trespass into the past and discover the secrets of some of Congressional Cemetery’s “residents.” Soul Strolls, the Cemetery’s annual twilight tours, explore the stories of individuals buried here through guided tours and costumed interpreters. Experience the history of this hallowed ground exactly …
Fri, Oct 15 2021
6:00 PM
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Sat, Oct 23 2021
11:00 PM
HCC and the Lincoln Assassination Guided Tour
HCC and the Lincoln Assassination Guided Tour
Washington, DC
In honor of the 157th anniversary of the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, join this FREE tour to learn about the myriad connections between the people buried at Congressional Cemetery who have a direct association with the assassination. You will discover many of our residents, such as: * One o…
Thursday, April 14 2022
1:00 PM
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2:30 PM
The Civil War Tour at Congressional Cemetery 2022
The Civil War Tour at Congressional Cemetery 2022
Washington, DC
The United States was consumed by the Civil War from 1861 to 1865. Millions of individuals were swept up in the chaos of the conflict as the war raged for over four years. Come and explore the graves and memorials which showcase incredible individual stories from the Civil War in a docent led tour.…
Saturday, July 9 2022
9:30 AM
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11:00 PM
Notes from the Crypt
Notes from the Crypt
Washington, DC
Join us for our Notes from the Crypt concert! This chamber music concert is free but a reservation is required. The event will be limited to the first 40 reservations; thus, seating is first-come, first-served, so we recommend arriving early to select your seating. Don’t miss one of DC’s best kept …
Saturday, March 19 2022
12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
