6/24-6/28 – The Smithsonian Folklife Festival, inaugurated in 1967, celebrates folk culture with people from across the United States and around the world. Visitors to this year’s Festival can learn about oral traditions in African American culture, explore music and its meaning in Latino culture and experience the vibrant culture of Wales. Events take place on the National Mall between 7th and 14th Streets NW. For a complete list of events and more information please visit http://www.festival.si.edu.