Reserve your seat for Talbot County Parks & Recreation’s May bus trip to the Smithsonian — experience the special America 250 exhibits, explore world-class museums, and enjoy a memorable day in D.C.

Includes a special trip to “In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness” Exhibit - The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History leads the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations with a bold, immersive exhibition exploring the ideals of the Declaration of Independence. In Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness spans three floors and 300,000 square feet, and features 250 significant objects, including the desk Jefferson used to draft the Declaration of Independence. Another noteworthy artifact is the only surviving ship of the early U.S. Navy, the gunboat Philadelphia. This National Historic Landmark helped stall British forces and will undergo an on-site conservation to preserve it for future generations.

When: Wednesday, May 6th, 2025
Fee: $50 per person, includes taxes and gratuity
Time: 8:30am from Talbot County Community Center
Arrival to DC: Approx. 10:00AM
Departure from DC: 4:00PM