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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

Brunch tacos and Mexican small plates are on the menu on Saturdays and Sundays. Need more? How about bottomless tequila cocktails. El Centro D.F. 1819 14th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-328-3131

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

Presented by Theater J. At the Davis Performing Arts Center. Georgetown University 37th and O Streets NW, Washington, DC | 202-687-3838

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