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An ongoing exhibit that looks at the Baltimore's role in the War of 1812, including Rembrandt Peale portraits of Baltimore Defenders and the original manuscript of the Star-Spangled Banner. Maryland Historical Society 201 W. Monument St., Baltimore, MD | 410-685-3750

A large collection of railroad cars, equipment and artifacts showing the role of trains during the Civil War. The museum will also feature narrated train rides to Camp Carroll for an additional cost. B&O Railroad Museum 901 W. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD | 410-752-2490

Studio portraits by one of the most famous photographers of the Civil War. National Portrait Gallery - Smithsonian Institution Eighth and F streets NW, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

In honor of the civil rights leader, actor Xavier Carnegie performs a program of selections from King's speeches. The all-ages program incorporates live performance, sound clips, photographs and video footage. National Museum of American History - Smithsonian Institution 14th Street and Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC | 202-633-1000

Rare depictions of meetings inside the Kloveniersdoelen, the gathering place of one of Amsterdam's three militia companies, by Govert Flinck and Bartholomeus van der Helst are displayed National Gallery of Art Fourth Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC | 202-737-4215

On Mondays only, Chevy Chase neighborhood favorite Blue 44 offers a tantalizing fried chicken dinner. Blue 44 5507 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC

Excellent Dim Sum, Saturdays only. The Source 575 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC

A historical ghost tour with a costumed guide that leaves from the McPherson Square Metro McPherson Square Vermont Avenue and I Street, Washington, DC | 301-588-9255

Chef Thomas Elder of Harth has launched a new farmers market in Tysons Corner to showcase the region’s best produce and artisan food products. Harth 7920 Jones Branch Dr., McLean, VA | 703-761-5131