Congress Avenue became a sea of protesters Saturday as tens of thousands of people marched down that street from the Texas Capitol building and back for the Women’s March on Austin.
Around half a million people attended this weekend’s Women’s March on Washington with hundreds of thousands of the protestors coming from other parts of the nation. No arrests were reported, contrasting the 230 arrests that were made a day earlier.
An estimated 50,000 people—well over the estimated 20,000—marched along the parkway on Saturday as part of a world-wide protest for women’s equality and rights.
With more than 65,000 saying they’ll attend, it’s probably going to be crowded Downtown. We’ve laid out some strategies for those looking to take public transit to the event.
Many NYC museums have taken the extraordinary step of waiving admission fees on Friday, January 20, arguing that instead of closing to the public, they should serve as a reminder that art in America is diverse, tolerant, and available to all.
With 1 million visitors expected to enter the nation’s capital on Inauguration day, there’s no doubt that traffic will be tough on January 20. While the screening gates will open at 6 a.m., the music won’t begin until 9:30 a.m.
Regardless of how you feel about this year’s presidential election and the inauguration coming up this weekend, one this is sure: There Will Be Marches.
In light of the 150 protest marches scheduled to take place around the country after the Inauguration, it’s worth remembering where and how the original march took place two decades ago.
This Monday is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, so we thought we'd take a trip through history and retrace his steps through Philadelphia. From Girard College to a corner in West Philly, here's where MLK left his mark.
From neighborhood cleanups to meal deliveries to community discussions, there are plenty of ways to provide service to Philly on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Tonight, the Austin History Center hosts a special screening of a new documentary film that tells the story of the city’s beloved landmark lights. Here are some shots of how they look today.
From floats to marching bands, there’s a lot to look forward to when it comes to the upcoming Inaugural parade. While the Inauguration, itself, might be controversial, that doesn’t mean that the public can’t enjoy all of the cultural organizations.
Washington, D.C. may not have the Super Bowl this year, but it does have one other event that is sure to bring in plenty of crowds: The Inauguration. Curbed has put together a list of hotels near the U.S. Capitol that still have some rooms available.
Nearly 250,000 color-coded tickets have been printed for the 58th Presidential Inaugural Ceremonies on January 20, and soon they will be ready to be released. Before then, the JCCIC unveiled the map and guidelines for the Inaugural Ceremonies.
On January 20, Barack Obama will pass the Presidential torch to Donald Trump. For those who may want to avoid all of the political hullabaloo, check out the events and venues mapped below, from a jazz concert to a cabaret to a celebrity-filled bash.
The city’s annual New Year’s Eve bash on Auditorium Shores looks to be bringing out all the stops this year, with three stages, 15 local and regional bands, food trucks, kid’s activities, and multiple art installations.
Photos from the Alamo Drafthouse’s light-saber sendoff, where fans turned out in force (heh) to celebrate the of the life of the actress and author, who died earlier this week.
On April 8, 2017, the annual event, the Cherry Blossom Festival Parade, will once again fill Washington, D.C.’s streets with performers and pink petals. While the event is free, those who want to get the best views should come with tickets.
With less than three full weeks left in 2016, New York City is getting ready for its annual and widely attended New Years Eve ball drop. To get the party started, the number signs "1" and "7" have made their way to Times Square.
