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What made this museum stand out was not just the historical content, but the sense of dignity and resilience that ran through every exhibit.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 Sunny Saturday Exploring Brooklyn
Today’s adventure took us from Queens to Brooklyn — an hour-long subway ride but a whole new world to explore. We hopped on at 46th St in Queens and rolled our way over to the 45 St station in Brooklyn, ready for a day of wandering, eating, and soaking up fall vibes. Our first stop
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Walking Greenwich Village
Our walking tour of Greenwich Village with Experience First totally rocked, and that’s almost entirely thanks to Steve, our tour guide, who’s been calling the Village home for an insane 55 years! This wasn’t just a walk through a few historic streets—Steve filled every sidewalk square with wild stories, local drama, and the kind of
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Afternoon Tea on Staten Island
What a wild ride we had in pursuit of the perfect cup of tea! Staten Island may not be everyone’s first pick for a fancy afternoon tea, but that’s just part of our magic—the journey is half the fun. Armed with Google Maps, and sheer determination, our two-hour adventure to Prince Tea House was basically