Public Programs

An Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration in the Museum's Atrium.

Public programs at the National Postal Museum provoke thinking about postal history, philately, and related topics for diverse audiences.

Collage of craft materials

Wine & Design Evenings

Wine & Design brings happy hour and postal-theme crafting together once a month at the Postal Museum! Whether you are a letter-writing lover, an Etsy-fanatic or just looking for something new to do — join the club!

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A museum educator reading a story to museum visitors

Story Time

The Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum invites adults and young children (ages 2-3) to discover the world around them together at monthly Story Time.

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Valentine's Day Card Workshop participant posing with her card

Valentine's Day Card Workshop

Love is in the air at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum’s annual Valentine’s Day Card Workshop!

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a mother and a girl making holiday cards

Holiday Card Workshop

Kick off the holiday season by creating heartfelt handmade cards at the National Postal Museum’s annual Holiday Card Workshop!

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