The Museum
of the Palestine People
Today we visited the Museum of the Palestinian People, a small but deeply moving museum just off 18th Street NW in Washington, DC. From the moment we entered, it was clear this space was thoughtfully curated to offer a rich and personal portrayal of Palestinian culture, history, and identity—something rarely given such a platform in the United States.
We joined a guided tour, which added a great deal of depth to the experience. Our guide was passionate and knowledgeable, walking us through the permanent exhibits with a focus on how the Palestinian story is told through art, artifacts, oral histories, and personal narratives. The tour began with ancient history and moved through centuries of cultural contribution, touching on language, architecture, and agricultural traditions.
We then moved into the more modern sections, where the exhibits shift in tone to reflect the colonial period, displacement, and resistance. The tour also highlighted the contemporary contributions of Palestinians around the world in art, science, and activism. There were pieces by Palestinian-American artists, poetry installations, and even interactive digital exhibits where we could listen to personal testimonies. It felt like a living, breathing record of a people who have managed to preserve their culture and humanity despite ongoing struggle.
One section focused on diaspora communities and how they continue to engage with and express their identity in exile.
What made this museum stand out was not just the historical content, but the sense of dignity and resilience that ran through every exhibit. The tone was not angry or didactic, but determined and humanizing. It was a powerful reminder that history is not only written in textbooks but lives in people’s stories.
Visiting the Museum of the Palestinian People was both an educational and emotional experience. It left us with a deeper appreciation for a culture often misunderstood or misrepresented. More than anything, it made me want to listen more—to stories, voices, and histories we don’t always hear.
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A Day in Philly
Our first full day in Philadelphia was packed with history and a great mix of sightseeing and relaxing. We kicked things off at the Museum of the American Revolution, and what a fantastic place it turned out to be. The exhibits were engaging and beautifully done—definitely one of the better museums we’ve visited in a
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Road Trip, Falls Church to Philly
Today we hit the road for a drive from Falls Church, Virginia to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It felt great to be traveling again—snacks packed, playlist ready. There’s something special about a road trip, even when the drive doesn’t quite go as planned. The route itself was familiar, but the traffic was anything but friendly. We hit
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A Visit to the Capital
Today we had a truly memorable visit to the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. This time, Grace and I brought along Robert and his friend Anna, which made the experience all the more special. Unlike the public tour we took last month, this visit was part of a private tour arranged through Senator Jackie Rosen’s