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Events in July 2026
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Castle Williams Castle Williams
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Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 11, 2026 – July 12, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 12, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 12, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 12, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 12, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 12, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 12, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 12, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 12, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 12, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 12, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 12, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 12, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 12, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 12, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 12, 2026 – July 13, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 13, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 13, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 13, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 13, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 13, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 13, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 13, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 13, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 13, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 13, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 13, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 13, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 13, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 13, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 13, 2026 – July 14, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 14, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 14, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 14, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 14, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 14, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 14, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 14, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 14, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 14, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 14, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 14, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 14, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 14, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 14, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 14, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 14, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 14, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 15, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 15, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 15, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 15, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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July 15, 2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 15, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 15, 2026Exhibitor Reception Exhibitor Reception
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July 15, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 15, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 15, 2026Mock Elections Mock Elections
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July 15, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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July 15, 2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 15, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 15, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 15, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 15, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 15, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 15, 2026 – July 16, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 16, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 16, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 16, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 16, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 16, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 16, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 16, 2026Access Through the Arts with the Missouri Arts Council Access Through the Arts with the Missouri Arts Council
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July 16, 2026Speaker Piper Hudson will share information on tactile art making, multisensory installations, descriptive audio frameworks, and collaborative storytelling. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 16, 2026GDUI Guide Dog School Update GDUI Guide Dog School Update
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July 16, 2026Thinking on getting a guide dog or are you looking into applying for a successor guide? Or are you curious about what the guide dog world is up to? Join GDUI and hear updates from several US and Canadian guide dog training programs. Hear about what training is like, the matching process, graduate support, and much, much more. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 16, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 16, 2026American Comedy and the Jewish Connection American Comedy and the Jewish Connection
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July 16, 2026Comedy will be explored in the 20 and 21st centuries and the impact it has had on the culture. The contributions of Jewish writers and performers, we will delve into stand-up, skits, television, comedy and movies. Join us for an entertaining and informative presentation. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 16, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 16, 2026LUA Presents Voices and Access and Freedom through a Conversation on Book Banning LUA Presents Voices and Access and Freedom through a Conversation on Book Banning
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July 16, 2026This is a thought provoking exploration of book banning, examining its definition, history, and growing impact on access to information. Learn from meaningful discussions that challenge us to consider who decides what content is appropriate and how those decisions shape education, libraries, and society. The presentation also brings critical attention to equity, highlighting how restrictions disproportionately affect blind and low vision readers and others who already face barriers to access. Gain a deeper understanding of intellectual freedom and practical ways to advocate for inclusive, accessible, and diverse collections. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 16, 2026ACBL Lessons in Leadership ACBL Lessons in Leadership
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July 16, 2026On January 7, 2025, the Eaton Fire began, ultimately destroying 9,000 homes and buildings including the homes of five members of the Pasadena Host Lions Club. Donna and Mitch Pomerantz, Club Secretary and President respectively, will talk about their involvement in organizing the Club’s response in assisting the Altadena, Northern Pasadena, and Sierra Madre communities to recover. A real-life story of action and leadership. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 16, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 16, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 16, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 16, 2026 – July 17, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 17, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 17, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 17, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 17, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 17, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 17, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 17, 2026Seeing Braille Wait I Thought I Had to Feel Braille Seeing Braille Wait I Thought I Had to Feel Braille
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July 17, 2026Seeing Braille, a program for the PC, lets blind or sighted presenters demonstrate braille to sighted audiences, in person or online. By exploring dit positions, letter patterns, numbers, punctuation, and uncracted or contracted words or phrases, users can learn braille by sight and take the mystery out of braille for audiences such as parents, classmates of blind chilred, and the public in general. Presenter: Neva Fairchild, American Foundation of the Blind, retired aging and vision loss specialist, Dallas, TX Co-sponsored by BRL and AABT Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 17, 2026Patty Goes to Peru Patty Goes to Peru
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July 17, 2026Patty Slaby will tell us about her inspiring Mission Trip to Lima Peru. She will share about her experiences at an orphanage where she presented and demonstrated how it is to live as a blind individual. She will summarize some of her adventures and describe the time she spent with the children being immersed in Spanish. Presenter: Patty Slaby, itinerant teacher of blind and low vision, Arcadia, WI Co-sponsored by AABT and BRL Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 17, 2026GDUI OandM for Everyone GDUI OandM for Everyone
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July 17, 2026Knowing how to travel with a cane is vital for our success as blind or low vision people, but yet, too often cane travel instruction is hard to come by. Come and see the plethora of orientation and mobility programs offered by some of the guide dog schools from around the country! Please know that you don’t need to have or want a guide dog to join this session; O&M is for everyone! Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Braille Games Braille Games
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July 17, 2026Come join BRL to play games based on the use of braille. BRL members will lead you in playing a few games using your knowledge about braille. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 17, 2026Todays Poetic Voices of Protest and Resistance Todays Poetic Voices of Protest and Resistance
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July 17, 2026Poets will be performing and discussing their works. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 17, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 17, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 17, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 17, 2026And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 17, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 17, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 17, 2026 – July 18, 2026Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve
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July 18, 2026Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS
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July 18, 2026Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center
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July 18, 2026And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 18, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 18, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 18, 2026Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve
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July 18, 2026Trends in AI and Making It Accessible Trends in AI and Making It Accessible
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July 18, 2026Blind Information Technology Solutions, along with a panel of experts, will explore the latest trends in AI from a blind and low vision perspective. The session will highlight how tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Claude, and Accessibility Agents are expanding access, creativity, and innovation. Attendees will learn how blind and low vision people are not only using these technologies, but also helping shape what comes next. It will be a practical and engaging look at how accessible AI is changing the world around us. Presenters: Larry Watkinson, Technology Project Manager, Olympia, WA; Jeff Bishop, President BITS, Tucson, AZ; Kayla Bentas, Technology Project Coordinator, Peabody, MA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS
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July 18, 2026Braille Devices under Two Hundred Dollars Braille Devices under Two Hundred Dollars
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July 18, 2026Enhance your use of braille with four low-cost braille devices. The BrailleDoodle is a device with raised braille letters and a method of drawing. The VersaSlate is a paperless slate and stylus. The Hable is a device with braille input that can connect to other devices. Braille legos are a fun way to learn more about braille. Presenters: Lucy Edmunds, retired Michigan Braille and Talking Book Library, Lansing, MI; Audry Schading, Braille Instructor, Lighthouse Guild of New York; Shanell Matos, Assistive Technology Program Leadership, Lighthouse Guild, New York. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center
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July 18, 2026ACB Inspire Mentoring Program Graduation ACB Inspire Mentoring Program Graduation
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July 18, 2026Celebrate with the Class of 2026 during their graduation ceremony. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 18, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 18, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 18, 2026ACBF Campfire ACBF Campfire
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July 18, 2026It’s summertime – time to sit around the virtual campfire and eat hotdogs and s’mores. Whether you’re a kid or a kid at heart, camp is a special experience. Paul Edwards, storyteller extraordinaire from Jacksonville, FL, is back this year with campfire stories. A virtual treasure hunt, camp trivia, and easy snack ideas also fill this finale to the virtual convention week. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve
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July 18, 2026Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS
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July 18, 2026Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center
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July 18, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 18, 2026 – July 19, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 19, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 19, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 19, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 19, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 19, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 19, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 19, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 19, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 19, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 19, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 19, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 19, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 19, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 19, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 19, 2026 – July 20, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 20, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 20, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 20, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 20, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 20, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 20, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 20, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 20, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 20, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 20, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 20, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 20, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 20, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 20, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 20, 2026 – July 21, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 21, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 21, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 21, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 21, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 21, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 21, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 21, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 21, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 21, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 21, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 21, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 21, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 21, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 21, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 21, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 21, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 21, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 22, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 22, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 22, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 22, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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July 22, 2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 22, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 22, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 22, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 22, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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July 22, 2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 22, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 22, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 22, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 22, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 22, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 22, 2026 – July 23, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 23, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 23, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 23, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 23, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 23, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 23, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 23, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 23, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 23, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 23, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 23, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 23, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 23, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 23, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 23, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 23, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 23, 2026 – July 24, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 24, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 24, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 24, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 24, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 24, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 24, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 24, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 24, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 24, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 24, 2026Strong Minds Safer Lives Mental Health and Self-defense Fundamentals 2 Strong Minds Safer Lives Mental Health and Self-defense Fundamentals 2
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July 24, 2026Take your confidence to the next level in this dynamic in-person session focused on practical self-defense skills you can use in real life. Building on the fundamentals introduced in the virtual session, participants will engage in guided, interactive exercises designed to strengthen awareness, reaction time, personal boundaries, and assertive communication in challenging situations. This hands-on experience emphasizes empowerment, safety planning, and realistic strategies for navigating everyday environments with greater confidence. Participants will have the opportunity to practice simple defensive techniques, explore scenario-based responses, and develop both physical and mental readiness. Presenters: Amy Wilson, Ricardo Salazar, Gregg Wandsneider Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 24, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 24, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 24, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 24, 2026And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 24, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 24, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 24, 2026 – July 25, 2026Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve
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July 25, 2026Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS
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July 25, 2026Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center
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July 25, 2026BRL and AABT Breakfast Rejuvenate Your Knowledge of the History of Braille BRL and AABT Breakfast Rejuvenate Your Knowledge of the History of Braille
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July 25, 2026Presenters: Carlie Lee, Community Relations Facilitator and Jane Herdth, Director of Outreach, Missouri School for the Blind, St. Louis, MO Carlie will cover the history of braille at the school and Jane will discuss about the use of braille in today’s world including technology and a proram for the deafblind protactile. Hands on items will be available. Co-sponsored by BRL and AABT Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 25, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 25, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 25, 2026Advocacy Bootcamp Advocacy Bootcamp
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July 25, 2026Advocacy can look like a lot of things; there is no right or wrong way to do it. This session will talk through the structure of our government to understand the various platforms in which to advocate through. Then, the discussion will expand further to explore other, out-of-the-box forms of advocacy that do not require engaging with the government at all. Lets put on our thinking caps to find various ways to advocate and make change for the blind and low vision community. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve
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July 25, 2026Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS
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July 25, 2026Committee Magic Transforming Meetings into Meaningful Results Committee Magic Transforming Meetings into Meaningful Results
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July 25, 2026Whether you are a Committee Member, Committee Chair or an Officer, you know that your organization’s success depends on the management of committees. This session will help you turn committee meetings from talking about the problems, to planning sessions for meaningful action to attain goals. Sponsored by the Berl Colley Leadership Training Committee Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center
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July 25, 2026Path to Success Path to Success
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July 25, 2026Speaker Jack Pinnock, Dreamie Cookies Inc. will tell how he started his business making cookies and brownies in his home and now trains others to be the bakers. He continues to sell his cookies and brownies to vendor companies and individual vendors. Co-sponsored by RSVA and IVIE Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3All About the Missouri Business Enterprise Program All About the Missouri Business Enterprise Program
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July 25, 2026Speakers will identify what type of facilities are available in Missouri. They will include how a blind person can become a vendor and the training involved as well as statistics of the Missouri BEP Program. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 25, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 25, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 25, 2026Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve Marais des Cygnes National Wildlife Reserve
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July 25, 2026Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS Natchez Trace Parkway-NPS
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July 25, 2026Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center Wright Brothers Memorial Visitor Center
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July 25, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 25, 2026 – July 26, 2026 -
Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 25, 2026 – July 26, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 26, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 26, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 26, 2026War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 26, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 26, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 26, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 26, 2026The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 26, 2026BOP Communications BOP Communications
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July 26, 2026Newsletters are still a vital communication tool, but today’s audiences access content in many ways – – email, web, audio, mobile, and more. Affiliate leaders will explore how to create and distribute accessible newsletter content that reaches people across formats and abilities. The discussion will focus on deployment, how content is shared, discovered, consumed, and reused, along with best practices, workflows, and accessibility considerations. Participants will also see demonstrations of GLOW and SwiftLetter, tools that support accessible publishing, including editing, audio generation, and streamlined workflows. This session, sponsored by the ACB Board of Publications will highlight what works and how affiliates can evolve from producing newsletters to building a more effective, multi-format communication ecosystem. Facilitator: Jeff Bishop, Director, ACB Board of Publications, Tucson, AZ Panelists: Low Vision Alliance, Melanie Sinohui, Phoenix, AZ; Next Generation, Greg Lindberg, Orlando, FL; Braille Revival League, Ralph Smitherman, Brandon, MS; Washington Council of the Blind, Reginald George, Yakima, WA; Washington Council of the Blind, Heather Mears, Walla Walla, WA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3AAVL Fall Prevention Stand Tall Stay Safe AAVL Fall Prevention Stand Tall Stay Safe
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July 26, 2026Larry Johnson, ACB member, San Antonio, TX, who has given workshops from 1 hour to 8 weeks on Fall Prevention, and Doug Powell, ACB member, Falls Church, VA, who is a 20+ year Tai Chi teacher, combine to give hints to improve your environment and exercises to improve your balance with special focus on people who are blind or have low vision. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 26, 2026Castle Williams Castle Williams
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July 26, 2026The People’s House – The White House The People’s House – The White House
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July 26, 2026The Star Spangled Banner The Star Spangled Banner
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July 26, 2026Becoming WELL What We Can Do to Help Build Each Other Up in Life and Community Becoming WELL What We Can Do to Help Build Each Other Up in Life and Community
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July 26, 2026WELL, is an acronym that stands for Wisdom, Encouragement, Listening, and Learning. Life can be demanding and exhausting, but even in the midst of busy days and personal challenges, you can still be W.E.L.L. and treat others well too. These four areas can help guide us in how we show up for one another, strengthen our relationships,and create meaningful connections within our communities. Join us as we explore practical ways to lead with wisdom, offer encouragement, truly listen, and remain open to learning from the people around us. Together, we’ll discover how these simple, yet powerful practices can help us build each other up, foster belonging,and create a stronger, more supportive community. Sponsored by ACB Next Generation Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3The White House Visitor Center The White House Visitor Center
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July 26, 2026Prose and Poetry Prose and Poetry
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July 26, 2026Share some of your original work or just come listen. FAMILY FRIENDLY, PLEASE. Facilitator Carla Hayes, Chair, AABT and IVIE Committees, McMurtry, PA Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3War In The Pacific National Historical Park War In The Pacific National Historical Park
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July 26, 2026Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 26, 2026 – July 27, 2026 -
Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 26, 2026 – July 27, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 27, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 27, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 27, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 27, 2026ACBF Breakfast ACBF Breakfast
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July 27, 2026Are there ways to feel better beyond or alongside our typical ways of prescription medicines? There are many ways, including hands-on or hands above the body, emotional freedom technique, Bach Flower Remedies, homeopathy and more. Debbie Hazelton from Dothan, AL has been involved with energy medicine for over 30 years. She is certified in the emotional freedom technique, in the Bach flower remedies, and is a Reiki master. She will explore many of these, giving a few techniques, websites and ways to find out more information. Questions will be taken as time allows. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 27, 2026Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 27, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 27, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 27, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 27, 2026LVA Presents How Do You Do That Hobbies with Low Vision LVA Presents How Do You Do That Hobbies with Low Vision
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July 27, 2026Panelists Josh Schneider, Theresa Breeden, and Lindsey Tilden will invite us into the world of playing sports, crafting, and enjoying tabletop games and how they’ve adapted their activities for low vision. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3Benjamin Franklin Museum Benjamin Franklin Museum
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July 27, 2026GDUI Best in Breed GDUI Best in Breed
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July 27, 2026Golden, Lab, Shepherd, Poodle, other? In this day and age, guide dog schools breed a variety of dogs. Every dog breed has its own personality, characteristics, and quirks. Come and learn from guide dog handlers about a variety of guide dog breeds and why their owners love them! Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas national park – Fort Jefferson
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July 27, 2026James A Garfield National Historic Site James A Garfield National Historic Site
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July 27, 2026The Minds Eye-Guggenheim The Minds Eye-Guggenheim
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July 27, 2026Wild River State Park Wild River State Park
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July 27, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 27, 2026 – July 28, 2026 -
Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 27, 2026 – July 28, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 28, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 28, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 28, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 28, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 28, 2026Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 28, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 28, 2026Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 28, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 28, 2026Joining Senior Organizations Benefits and Pitfalls Joining Senior Organizations Benefits and Pitfalls
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July 28, 2026A panel of ACB members discusses the benefits and pitfalls of joining national organizations such as AARP and local entities like senior centers. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 28, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 28, 2026LUA Presents Meet the Narrator LUA Presents Meet the Narrator
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July 28, 2026Spend part of your afternoon in a fun and engaging conversation with Talking Book Narrator MacKenzie Beyer. This will be an interactive session and questions are welcome! Participants may also get to hear a live reading. MacKenzie has read books such as The Best Thing by Mariana Capata, A Precious Jewel by Mary Balogh and Bummer Summer by Ann Martin. Co-sponsored by LUA, BRL and AABT Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Sterling 3Biltmore House Biltmore House
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July 28, 2026Channel Islands National Park Channel Islands National Park
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July 28, 2026GDUI Unusual Careers for Guide Dog Handlers GDUI Unusual Careers for Guide Dog Handlers
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July 28, 2026Come and hear some unexpected, and unusual careers that some guide dog handlers are pursuing. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park Horseshoe Bend National Battlefield Park
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July 28, 2026Presidential Portraits Presidential Portraits
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July 28, 2026The Getty Museum The Getty Museum
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July 28, 2026The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama The Smithsonian museum – Elephant diorama
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July 28, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 29, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 29, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 29, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 29, 2026African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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July 29, 2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 29, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 29, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 29, 2026GDUI Have you Heard of the Pawsome Hava Hegenbarth GDUI Have you Heard of the Pawsome Hava Hegenbarth
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July 29, 2026Hava is an artist, a puppy raiser, a friend of GDUI, and much, much more! Come and hear from the woman behind the wonderful stuffed guide dogs we draw for every year! We will hear her story, draw for some of her wonderful dogs, present GDUI awards, and more! This is a session you don’t want to miss! Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 29, 2026Membership Seminar What Outreach mechanism Work for Growth Membership Seminar What Outreach mechanism Work for Growth
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July 29, 2026Panel 1: What interactive activities and awards might encourage more participation and retain members? Speakers will identify what keeps members involved. Panel 2: What website links or call to action items would draw more people to respond? Speakers will outline best practices for website design. Full session listing: https://acbconvention.org/?p=127
Mills 3African Burial Grounds African Burial Grounds
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July 29, 2026Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary, US Army Corp of Engineers
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July 29, 2026SITKA Natiomal Park SITKA Natiomal Park
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July 29, 2026Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service Smithsonian 100 Years of America’s National Park Service
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July 29, 2026The Salvador Dali Museum The Salvador Dali Museum
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July 29, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 29, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 29, 2026 – July 30, 2026 -
Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 29, 2026 – July 30, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 30, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 30, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 30, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 30, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 30, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 30, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 30, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 30, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 30, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 30, 2026Haleakalā National Park Haleakalā National Park
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July 30, 2026Harry S Truman National Historic Site Harry S Truman National Historic Site
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July 30, 2026Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service Klondike Gold Rush Museum, National Park Service
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July 30, 2026The Insect Zoo The Insect Zoo
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July 30, 2026US Marine Corps War Memorial US Marine Corps War Memorial
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July 30, 2026US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts US Olympics and Paralympic Museum excerpts
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July 30, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 30, 2026 – July 31, 2026 -
Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 30, 2026 – July 31, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 31, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 31, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 31, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 31, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 31, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 31, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 31, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 31, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 31, 2026Holocaust Museum Houston Holocaust Museum Houston
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July 31, 2026Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall Independence – Old City Hall, Congress Hall and Independence Hall
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July 31, 2026Knoxville Museum of Art Knoxville Museum of Art
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July 31, 2026Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center Mount Rainer Paradise Visitor Center
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July 31, 2026Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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July 31, 2026And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute And a Star to Steer Her By – The Smithsonian Institute
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July 31, 2026Audubon Experience Audubon Experience
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July 31, 2026Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center Flight 93 National Memorial visitors center
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July 31, 2026 – August 1, 2026