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History, Heroes, & Treasures: Sleepover at the National Archives
  • Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024 - Sunday, October 20, 2024
  • Time: 6:30 pm
  • Location: National Archives Museum

A night of adventure awaits at the National Archives! Join us for a space-themed sleepover at the National Archives Museum in Washington, D.C., and spend the night next to America’s most precious treasures, our founding documents. Campers will also meet the Archivist of the United States, Dr. Colleen Shogan.

The evening will be packed with fun and engaging activities for the entire family. Dive into our nation’s treasured records and learn about how space and science have changed the course of American history. You will also have a chance to meet and learn from astronaut Nicole Stott, who will be on hand to tell her inspiring story. The program will end on Sunday morning with a pancake breakfast served by the Archivist of the United States!

This event fills up quickly, so be sure to register early to secure your space. If the event does reach capacity, please send an email to info@archivesfoundation.com to be added to the waitlist.