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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

The museum reopens an exhibit that explores the literal and metaphorical notions of darkness. Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden - Smithsonian Institution Independence Avenue at Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

More than 40 colorful paintings by the painter, who incorporated studies of cancer cells into her luminous works. American Visionary Art Museum 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD | 410-244-1900

The BMA's new black box gallery debuts with an 11-minute video set in post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans. The 2008 film by Jennifer Allora and Guillermo Calzadilla depicts scenes of the lower Mississippi River Delta wetlands. Baltimore Museum of Art 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore, MD | 443-573-1700

If the words "crafting" and "decorative arts" conjure images of Grandma embroidering up a storm in her rocking chair, then the this exhibition is sure to change your impression. Art installation, fashion design, sculpture and even industrial design make up this showcase of artists born since 1972, the year the Renwick was founded. Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

Get a bird's eye view of Washington while you enjoy tea. Washington National Cathedral Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues NW, Washington, DC | 202-537-5581

The BMA opens its new space dedicated to light-sensitive works on paper with 10 drawings from the 1960s and '70s by Jasper Johns, Philip Guston, Lee Bontecou, Claes Oldenburg and Antoni Tapies. Baltimore Museum of Art 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore, MD | 443-573-1700