Generations D.C.

April 11-November 7, 2026 

Scenes from American history have unfolded at key locations around Washington, D.C., from the White House to the U.S. Capitol Building. In honor of the 250th birthday of the United States, this exhibition brings new perspectives to some of the capital city’s most familiar sites, presenting historical images alongside the stories of activists, politicians and artists across generations. 
 

This exhibition was organized by the Albert H. Small Center for National Capital Area Studies with support from the Albert and Shirley Small Family Foundation.

Image: Patent Office (Washington) (detail), c. 1850. Albert H. Small Washingtoniana Collection AS 270.