Note: This is an evening in-person program for children and families (no overnight).

Salute the country’s 250th birthday by taking an all-American road trip at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. Unfold your map, turn on the engine, and follow the road through the museum’s galleries. Along the way, immerse yourself in the new exhibit Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. You’ll play I-Spy and the license plate game, make a pit stop, test your knowledge—and even become a presidential candidate—in a memorable evening adventure.

Schedule

• 6:30 - 7 p.m.  Check-in
• 7 p.m.  Orientation (mandatory attendance)
• 7:30 - 10:45 p.m.  American Road Trip Activities
• 10:45 - 11:30 p.m.  Get Ready to Depart

General Information

• This program is for children ages 8 to 14 years old, accompanied by their adult chaperones (21 or older).
• There must be at least one adult chaperone for every 5 children in any group that registers. No adults without children.

Registration

• Important Note: This sleepover opportunity does not include any special member or group pricing.
• Program registration will end at 12 p.m. (noon) ET on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Registrations must be purchased in advance; no door sales.
• As part of the checkout process, you will be asked to provide adult and child names in your party and the age of each child; have an opportunity to purchase a Smithsonian Sleepovers t-shirt for you and your party ($20 per shirt); and sign a waiver/release form.

For additional information on sleepovers, visit SmithsonianSleepovers.org.