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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Dedication

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Christina DeVoss from Smithsonian Student Travel

After being postponed because of the threat of Hurricane Irene, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial dedication will take place Sunday, October 16, 2011. Ceremonies will begin at 8 a.m. with the “Morning Joy” program, followed by the official dedication … Keep reading …

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Civil Rights comes to life in Washington, D.C.

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Melissa

Nancy Stoler, who has led 16 tours with Smithsonian Student Travel, recently returned from a trip to Washington, D.C. Here she shares the powerful experience her group had while meeting with their congresswoman.  Each year when planning for our 8th … Keep reading …

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