Our Story: American History Stories and Activities You Can Do Together
April is Jazz Appreciation Month! Start your celebration by reading Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra, then explore jazz history through crafts, video, and music clips. Read more »
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Duke Ellington and Jazz
April is Jazz Appreciation Month! Start your celebration by reading Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra, then explore jazz history through crafts, video, and music clips. Read more »
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Are you green? Many experts say today’s environmental movement might never have started without the work of one scientist and writer—Rachel Carson. This Earth Day, find out more about her story by reading Rachel Carson and Her Book That Changed the World, and explore nature near you. Read more »
Coming to America
Whether you think America is more of a melting pot or a salad bowl, immigration has had a huge impact on American history. Explore the experiences of immigrants who came to America and the ways that immigration has changed life in America. Read more »
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Find free, fun family activity suggestions by e-mail when you sign up for our monthly e-newsletter. We’ll let you know when there are updates to the Web site, events online, or festivals at our Museum. Whether you’re from Washington, D.C. or Washington State, this is news you can use! Read more »
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Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra
by Andrea Davis Pinkney
Meet Edward "Duke" Ellington, one of America's most famous jazz musicians.
