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Prince George's County Tourism

Monday, June 25, 2012

Hot Spots: Smithsonian Offers Free Art, Science Exhibits

Forgotten that world class museums are near your doorstep? Be a tourist in your own wheelhouse.

The Smithsonian features some fun, family-friendly exhibits this summer. Here's a taste of what you'll find in its museums over the next few months. All Smithsonian museums are free to enter. Snowboarding: Learn about the history of the sport, check out early boards and take a look at the tools of today's stars at the American History Museum. The Patents and Trademarks of Steve Jobs: At the Ripley Center, take a look back at some of the late Apple co-founder's inventions, old and new. This exhibit is also available online. X-Ray Vision: Fish Inside Out: If Aquaman and Superman hung out together, this might be the result. The Natural History Museum explores the anatomy of the sea's most unique inhabitants. The Art of Video Games: Now at the…

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