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During one of the darkest times of the American Revolution, when all felt lost for George Washington, one account says h...
07/08/2025

During one of the darkest times of the American Revolution, when all felt lost for George Washington, one account says he turned to prayer.
Arnold Friberg’s The Prayer at Valley Forge captures this moment of humility, depicting Washington as a lonely general who bravely shouldered the burden of leadership.

Explore how this painting became a national tribute to the humble patriot: https://bit.ly/44DuSwG

Before Grammarly, there was Isaac Collins.Isaac Collins, a printer and bookseller, commissioned a series of committees l...
07/07/2025

Before Grammarly, there was Isaac Collins.

Isaac Collins, a printer and bookseller, commissioned a series of committees led by John Witherspoon to correct his proof sheets, ensuring the text was error-free.

He even had his children check for errors to be sure! Eleven more times!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4kjCwSA

Get ready for a night full of poetic artistry and bold worship 🎶With a mix of hope and entertainment, Danny Gokey’s musi...
07/05/2025

Get ready for a night full of poetic artistry and bold worship 🎶

With a mix of hope and entertainment, Danny Gokey’s music has impacted people of all ages. Now you can experience his music firsthand with your family on September 12 at World Stage Theater.

Brought to you in partnership with CREATR.

Get your ticket now: https://bit.ly/4lbLItv

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, let us remember those who fought to bring religious freedom and peace to this countr...
07/04/2025

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, let us remember those who fought to bring religious freedom and peace to this country.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/44C61JF

07/03/2025

Sometimes, it really is the phones.

One screen time notification gave Carlos Whittaker the wake-up call he needed. It was time to disconnect from online and tune into real life.

Take a listen to his journey here: https://bit.ly/4lGH5aW

The British government regulated the publication of English Bibles, forcing colonists to import them from Britain or Eur...
07/03/2025

The British government regulated the publication of English Bibles, forcing colonists to import them from Britain or Europe. But the American Revolution subsequently created a shortage in the colonies.

Enter Robert Aitken.

Aitken petitioned Congress to support his plans to print a Bible in English. Congress endorsed Aitken’s Bible when it was completed in 1782.

The Aitken Bible, known by many as “the Bible of the Revolution,” was the first Bible printed in English in North America.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/44AUf2h

07/02/2025

You could win a free trip to the museum ✈️

Tami is July's Living the Word contest winner. Because of her video, she’s visiting the museum for free!

Want to be next? Submit a video sharing your favorite verse for a chance to win a trip to DC! Every entry receives a free museum membership 🎉

Submit yours now: https://bit.ly/4lfTNxw

It was inscribed in the Megiddo Mosaic to remember them. Learn how these five women changed what we know about the early...
06/30/2025

It was inscribed in the Megiddo Mosaic to remember them.

Learn how these five women changed what we know about the early church forever.

Join us on July 6 to explore the role and influence of women in the early church through an investigation of the Megiddo Mosaic at Museum of the Bible.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4ldpXd0

Long before hashtags and headlines, one image changed everything.This hand-colored engraving of the Boston Massacre, ada...
06/28/2025

Long before hashtags and headlines, one image changed everything.

This hand-colored engraving of the Boston Massacre, adapted from Paul Revere’s work, helped ignite a movement. Based on Henry Pelham’s original design, the image turned public opinion against British rule and became one of the most influential pieces of propaganda in the American Revolution.

As we reflect on America’s path to independence, this artifact reminds us of the power of storytelling—visual and verbal—to awaken conscience and demand change.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/44jI4qe

06/27/2025

What happens when you disconnect from the noise and reconnect with the Word? 📱

When author and speaker Carlos Whittaker saw he was spending seven hours a day on his phone, he made a bold choice: disconnect from tech and reconnect with his faith.

In Episode 10 of Unscrolled, Carlos sits down with host Matthias Walther to talk about what it means to live at “God’s speed,” and how the Bible came alive to him in a whole new way.

So, slow down and listen now to learn more about Carlos’s journey: https://bit.ly/45Ls1nE

Nicknamed the “Indian Bible,” this is the first Bible that was printed in North America.It was the project of John Eliot...
06/24/2025

Nicknamed the “Indian Bible,” this is the first Bible that was printed in North America.
It was the project of John Eliot (1604–1690), a Puritan minister involved with Christian missionary work among local tribes. Working with native linguists, he was able to translate the Bible into Wôpanâak. In 1663, he completed his translation of both the Old and New Testaments.

This copy of the second edition, published in 1685, belonged to several prominent clergymen in Massachusetts’s early history, including the first secretary of the Massachusetts Bay Colony

Learn more about the history of the Indian Bible: https://bit.ly/4k1lKHL

This week we are digging deep — and digging locally!Join Museum of the Bible’s Education Department at the annual “DC Da...
06/24/2025

This week we are digging deep — and digging locally!

Join Museum of the Bible’s Education Department at the annual “DC Day of Archaeology Festival,” where archaeologists, heritage professionals, and organizations across the metropolitan area gather to share local archaeology resources with the community.

This family-friendly event includes lots of hands-on activities for all ages! So, bring your kids for a day of fun in the sun.

🗓️ When: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

📍Where: Tudor Place | 1644 31st St. NW

The event is organized by Archaeology in the Community and held in June as part of DC Archaeology Month. For more info, visit https://bit.ly/4emeXr8.

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400 4th Street SW
Washington D.C., DC
20024

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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Museum of the Bible invites all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible.

Museum of the Bible, located in Washington, D.C., aims to be among the most technologically advanced and engaging museums in the world. Showcasing rare artifacts spanning 3,500 years of history, the museum offers visitors an immersive and personalized experience with the Bible, and its ongoing impact on the world around us.