US Marshals Museum

Free 250th Stars and Stripes Family Series
2026-07-07 10:00 - 10:45 (America/Chicago)
Celebrate America’s 250th with FREE family programs at the United States Marshals Museum! Join us for interactive lessons and hands-on craftivities exploring Independence Day, the American flag, national symbols, and more.
Programs will be 10:00am and 1:00pm on select Tuesdays.
★ July 7 – Red, White & Blue: All About the Flag. Explore the meaning of the American flag.
10:00am:
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1:00pm:
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Free 250th Stars and Stipes Family Series
2026-07-07 13:00 - 13:45

Historic Decisions Programming: Slavery or Emancipation
2026-07-17 18:00 - 19:30
Historic Decisions invites participants to look closely at a pivotal moment in American history and the tough choices Americans faced. After reviewing the event, attendees will weigh competing priorities, discuss possible outcomes, and deliberate toward a shared direction. This program encourages listening, thoughtful conversation, and civil dialogue, not debate. No prior knowledge is required. Come explore how historical decisions were made, why they mattered, and what they can teach us as America marks 250 years.
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Free 250th Summer Saturday Program
2026-07-18 09:30 - 12:30
Step outside and celebrate America’s 250th with free, family-friendly outdoor programming at the United States Marshals Museum! Join us for hands-on activities and open-air exploration. Drop in anytime and stay as long as you like! for families, kids, and curious learners of all ages. Programs will be held from 9:30am-12:30pm.

True Crime Tonight: Sheryl McCollum (Cold Case Foundation)
2026-07-24 18:00 - 20:00
True Crime Tonight: Sheryl McCollum (Cold Case Foundation)
Friday, July 24, 6-8p
Tickets: $12.50 | Free for Members
Crime Scene Investigator Sheryl “Mac” McCollum of the Cold Case Foundation will discuss her new book, Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Solving the Case of the Flint River Killer’s Daughter. In this unprecedented case, a serial killer enlisted McCollum’s help to find his own daughter’s killer after law enforcement failed.
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Free 250th Stars and Stripes Family Series
2026-07-28 10:00 - 10:45, 2026-07-28 13:00 - 13:45
Celebrate America’s 250th with FREE family programs at the United States Marshals Museum! Join us for interactive lessons and hands-on craftivities exploring Independence Day, the American flag, national symbols, and more.
Programs will be 10:00am and 1:00pm on select Tuesdays.
★ July 28 – National Symbols & Our Bald Eagle. Meet the symbols of our nation and learn about the majestic bad eagle.
10:00am:
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1:00pm:
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Closing at 2pm
2026-08-07 14:00 - 17:00
The U.S. Marshals Museum will be closed August 7th at 2pm for a private event.

Free 250th Stars and Stripes Family Series
2026-08-11 10:00 - 10:45
Celebrate America’s 250th with FREE family programs at the United States Marshals Museum! Join us for interactive lessons and hands-on craftivities exploring Independence Day, the American flag, national symbols, and more.
Programs will be 10:00am and 1:00pm on select Tuesdays.
★ August 11 – Land That I Love: The Constitution. Introduce young learners to the Constitution and why it matters.
10:00am:
Click here to register for free!

1:00pm:
Click here to register for free!

Free 250th Stars and Stipes Family Series
2026-08-11 13:00 - 13:45

Historic Decisions Programming: Desegregation of Ole' Miss
2026-10-06 18:00 - 19:30

An Evening In The Past 2026
2026-12-07
Join us for an evening of history and inspiration with Frederick Douglass. Douglass became a national leader in the abolitionist and social reform movements after escaping slavery in 1838 and was known for crossing racial and ideological lines as he worked to end slavery in the United States. Douglass was also appointed the first Black U.S. Marshal, when he was appointed U.S. Marshal for the District of Columbia by President Rutherford B. Hayes.
Save the date—ticket information coming soon.
