Inside the National Zoo’s American Trail exhibit
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At the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, visitors can explore the American Trail and learn how animals like beavers help shape ecosystems. 

Proposed redesign would reshape DCs Pennsylvania Avenue

New renderings reveal a sweeping proposal to transform Pennsylvania Avenue, including changes to Freedom Plaza, bike lanes and public spaces. The plan aims to create a grand, European-style boulevard as part of broader efforts to reshape Washington, D.C.’s iconic landmarks.

Inside Tudor Place: A rare glimpse into Washington history
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Tudor Place in Georgetown is showcasing rare artifacts tied to George and Martha Washington, including one of only three known letters between the couple.

UFC Freedom 250: Match details at the White House in June

President Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Here’s everything to know about the event.

America 250: Celebrating the history in Baltimore
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FOX 5 is continuing coverage of America's 250th in your hometown. This week, we are highlighting Baltimore. Our Gwen Tolbart is exploring some of its well-known spots and history.

Celebrating America's 250th: Baltimore's Star-Spangled Banner Flag House
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We’re gearing up for America’s 250th birthday by highlighting historic landmarks across the area. Our latest trip took us north to Baltimore, home of the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House!

Austria's ambassador visits FOX 5 DC
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Austrian Ambassador Petra Schneebauer to talk about the new exhibit called "The Sound of Ambition". 

Freedom Plane National Tour brings founding documents to 8 cities for America 250

As part of America’s 250th birthday, some original founding-era documents are leaving Washington, D.C. together for the first time ever to go on a historic 8-city tour. Here are the details.

Air and Space Museum celebrating 50th anniversary with new galleries

Five new galleries will open on July 1, featuring interactive exhibits, WWII aircraft, the Hubble Space Telescope and more.

America 250: Woodlawn Manor Museum
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FOX 5’s Taylor Grenda visited Sandy Spring, Maryland to explore the Woodlawn Manor Museum and its deep ties to local history!

America 250: Greyhound launches travel hub with themed itineraries for travel to celebrations across US

As we get closer to celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Greyhound is making it easier to help those living in rural areas or without a vehicle to take part in celebrations across the country.

America250: Event guide for DC, Philadelphia, NYC

If you live in the Northeast, or plan to visit, here are some America 250 happening around Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C.

America 250: National America’s Startup competition seeks collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs

When it comes to innovation, many successful American companies got their start in garages. Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, are examples of taking bold ideas and turning them into a successful business and driving America’s economy. Collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea have an opportunity to turn their ideas into reality with the America’s Startup competition.

America250: Event guide for Philadelphia, NYC and DC

If you live in the Northeast, or plan to visit, here are some America 250 happening around Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C.