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The National Zoo's petting zoo: a bright red barn with cows, goats, donkeys, chickens and ducks. National Zoological Park - Smithsonian Institution 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC

Sketches by the German-born Confederate propagandist and lithographer. National Portrait Gallery - Smithsonian Institution Eighth and F streets NW, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

A look at the career of the composer who helped take bring operetta to the Broadway stage before transitioning to the musical. At the Madison Building. Library of Congress - James Madison Bldg. 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, DC | 202-707-5000

The American photographer traveled through Central Asia from 1998 to 2005 capturing the unsettled lives of Eurasians in provincial towns and cities. Through nearly 100 photographs and accompanying text, Sigal reveals a diverse population adapting in extraordinary times. Corcoran Gallery of Art 500 17th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-639-1700

National Gallery of Art Fourth Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC | 202-737-4215

Sweeping desert photographs captured with help from a paraglider. National Geographic Museum 1145 17th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-857-7588

Inspired by archival archaeological and aerial photographs, as well as contemporary news reportage, al-Ani has created a new body of video works that examines enduring representations of the Middle Eastern landscape. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery - Smithsonian Institution 1050 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

Portraits of American heroes (including James Madison and Andrew Jackson), British generals, Native American leaders, pirates and slaves tell the story of the War of 1812. National Portrait Gallery - Smithsonian Institution Eighth and F streets NW, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

As we enter the horse race portion of the 2012 presidential campaign, the Newseum unveils an exhibition detailing the evolution of the quest for the White House, dating back to the days of William McKinley's 1896 front porch campaign. On display: A "fireside chat" microphone used by Franklin D. Roosevelt, the "Florida, Florida, Florida" white board used by Tim Russert in 2000 and the suit, flag pin and glasses worn by Tina Fey as Sarah Palin. Newseum 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC | 888-639-7386

A six month display of Jamaican born sculptor Willard Wigan's micro-sculptures, made in the eye of a needle. Parish Gallery 1054 31st St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-944-2310