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National Geographic produces a wide range of public programs, including exhibits, speaker series, films, concerts, and special events at our headquarters in Washington, D.C. and in select locations around the U.S. and abroad. Explore this site to find an event near you. National Geographic Live seasons in Arizona, Bellingham, Calgary, Dallas, Los Angeles, Toronto, Seattle, and Washington, D.C. are now underway!

  • Adults practicing aikido
    Introduction to the Samurai Martial Art of Aikido
    Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 11:00 a.m - 12:30 p.m.Washington, D.C.

    Take charge of your health, get in shape, and have fun learning about Japanese history and culture during our Adult Introduction Class to the samurai martial art of aikido.

  • Photo: Chachapoyan Fertility Idol
    Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology

    For the past thirty years, audiences around the world have followed Indiana Jones on his quests for treasure, adventure, fortune and glory. The exhibit features fascinating artifacts along with an extensive collection of film memorabilia.

  • Students practice aikido
    Kids Karate & the Samurai Martial Art of Aikido
    Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 1:30-3:00 p.m.Washington, D.C.

    Come learn the samurai martial art of aikido for fitness, self-defense, and life skills, not to mention loads of fun!

  • Photo: Tut Coffinette
    Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs
    ExhibitsThursday, May 24, 2012 – Sunday, January 6, 2013Seattle, WA

    This exhibition featuring treasures from over 2000 years of Egyptian history opens at the Pacific Science Center on May 24th, 2012

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    The Lens of Adventure
    SpeakersSunday, May 20, 2012 at 2 p.m.Seattle, WA

    For National Geographic Channel filmmaker Bryan Smith, extreme is “whatever is scary for you,” and in extreme filmmaking, the cameraman joins the athlete in testing the limits. Meet this dynamic young filmmaker, adventurer, and conservationist for an evening of incredible stories and intense footage shot in stunning locations.

  • Photo: Delta duck potato plants, Louisana
    Simply Beautiful: Photographs From National Geographic
    ExhibitsThursday, March 8, 2012 – Sunday, May 27, 2012Winona, MN

    The more than 50 images in “Simply Beautiful” plumb the depth of National Geographic’s Image Collection to highlight the loveliest and most appealing photographs from this impressive archive. The result is an experience of visual delight, from stunning landscapes and magnificent wildlife to fascinating people and quaint locales. The Minnesota Marine Art Museum will be hosting this exhibition from March 8 through May 27, 2012.

  • Photo: Mireya Mayor with lemur
    Pink Boots and a Machete
    SpeakersMonday, May 21, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.Kansas City, MO

    Nat Geo WILD correspondent Mireya Mayor shares tales of her adventures around the world.

  • Photo: Batfish
    Ocean Soul: Photographs by Brian Skerry
    ExhibitsWednesday, March 28, 2012 – Tuesday, July 10, 2012Portland, OR

    The first in a series of photographic exhibitions presented in partnership with the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Ocean Soul will guide visitors on a journey through the mysteries of the ocean depths as brought to life by underwater photographer Brian Skerry. The exhibitions will be open from March 28 through July 10, 2012.

  • Photo: Bryan Smith
    The Lens of Adventure
    SpeakersMonday, May 21, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.Seattle, WA

    For National Geographic Channel filmmaker Bryan Smith, extreme is “whatever is scary for you,” and in extreme filmmaking, the cameraman joins the athlete in testing the limits. Meet this dynamic young filmmaker, adventurer, and conservationist for an evening of incredible stories and intense footage shot in stunning locations.

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Events by Location

Events for Today, May 16, 2012

EXHIBITS

Titanic, Washington, D.C.
March 29, 2012 – July 8, 2012

Ocean Soul, Portland, OR
March 28, 2012 – July 10, 2012

Simply Beautiful, Winona, MN
March 8, 2012 – May 27, 2012

Samurai, Washington, D.C.
March 7, 2012 – September 3, 2012

Beyond the Story, Washington, D.C.
February 23, 2012 – August 5, 2012

Real Pirates, St. Paul, MN
February 18, 2012 – September 3, 2012

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Lens of Adventure 1, Seattle, WA
May 20, 2012

Adult Aikido, Washington, D.C.
May 20, 2012

Kids Aikido, Washington, D.C.
May 20, 2012

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