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SUMMARY:Washington Tattoo America 250 Performance
DESCRIPTION:The Doughboy Foundation’s American Expeditionary Forces Brass Band will perform at  the 2026 Washington Tattoo America 250 event— a once-in-a-generation live performance in the nation’s capital that celebrates service\, heritage\, and unity through the power of music. \n\nStep into the heartbeat of America’s 250th with the 2026 Washington Tattoo America250 event— a once-in-a-generation live performance in the nation’s capital that celebrates service\, heritage\, and unity through the power of music. Expect the thunder of drums\, the lift of massed pipes & drums\, and unforgettable performances from military and cultural ensembles in a show designed to heal\, connect\, and inspire. \n\n\n\n\nJoin us at Lisner Auditorium in Washington\, DC on July 17–18\, 2026 and be part of this historic tribute. ​ \nThe Doughboy Foundation American Expeditionary Forces Headquarters Band \n\n\n\nLEARN MORE AND PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE WASHINGTON TATTOO WEBSITE \nYour support for the Doughboy Foundation will help fund our mission in perpetuity\, inspiring future generations of visitors and forever honoring our World War I veterans and all U.S. servicemen and women. Donate today →
URL:https://doughboy.org/event/washington-tattoo-america-250-performance/
LOCATION:Lisner Auditorium\, 730 21st St NW\, Washington\,\, DC\, 20037
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SUMMARY:Doughboy Foundation's Summer Concert Series:  From the Trenches to Broadway
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for The Summer Concert Series at the National World War I Memorial  on July 23\, 2026 at 5 p.m.  \nWe are proud to present From the Trenches to Broadway!   Experience the show-stopping tunes of Irving Berlin\, George M. Cohan\, and others in a high-energy tribute to the legends of the stage. \nRSVP HERE – SUMMER CONCERT SERIESThe Summer Concert Series will take place every fourth Thursday in June\, July\, August\, and September from 5 – 6 p.m..  Save the dates to experience an epic musical journey through time brought to you by the Doughboy Foundation. From the battlefield to the Broadway stage to jazz and swing\, hear the songs that shaped history.    \nAll concerts are held at the National World War I Memorial located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 14th and 15th Streets. \nThe program is free and open to the public. \nSchedule of Events\n5 pm – Daily Taps \n\n5:10 – 6 pm pm Concert \nYour support for the Doughboy Foundation will help fund our mission in perpetuity\, inspiring future generations of visitors and forever honoring our World War I veterans and all U.S. servicemen and women. Donate today →
URL:https://doughboy.org/event/doughboy-foundations-summer-concert-series-from-the-trenches-to-broadway/
LOCATION:The National WWI Memorial\, 1400 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, WASHINGTON\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Doughboy Foundation's Summer Concert Series:  A World United
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for The Summer Concert Series at the National World War I Memorial  on August 27\, 2026 at 5 p.m.  \nWe are proud to present A World United!  An international gathering of cultures\, one massive sound. Stay tuned as we assemble a diverse lineup of performers to bring this international celebration to life. \nRSVP HERE – SUMMER CONCERT SERIESThe Summer Concert Series will take place every fourth Thursday in June\, July\, August\, and September from 5 – 6 p.m..  Save the dates to experience an epic musical journey through time brought to you by the Doughboy Foundation. From the battlefield to the Broadway stage to jazz and swing\, hear the songs that shaped history.    \nAll concerts are held at the National World War I Memorial located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 14th and 15th Streets. \nThe program is free and open to the public. \nSchedule of Events\n5 pm – Daily Taps \n\n5:10 – 6 pm pm Concert \nYour support for the Doughboy Foundation will help fund our mission in perpetuity\, inspiring future generations of visitors and forever honoring our World War I veterans and all U.S. servicemen and women. Donate today →
URL:https://doughboy.org/event/doughboy-foundations-summer-concert-series-a-world-united/
LOCATION:The National WWI Memorial\, 1400 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, WASHINGTON\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Doughboy Foundation's Summer Concert Series:  From Ragtime to Swing\, America Finds its Rhythm
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for our finale of The Summer Concert Series at the National World War I Memorial  on September 24\, 2026 at 5 p.m.  \nWe are proud to present From Ragtime to Swing\, America Finds its Rhythm! Get ready to move!  You’ll be dancing in the park to the rhythms of jazz legends and swing classics.\n \nHonoring the legacy of James Reese Europe and the Harlem Hellfighters.  This finale showcases the evolution of jazz and community dance. \nRSVP HERE – SUMMER CONCERT SERIESThe Summer Concert Series will take place every fourth Thursday in June\, July\, August\, and September from 5 – 6 p.m..  Save the dates to experience an epic musical journey through time brought to you by the Doughboy Foundation. From the battlefield to the Broadway stage to jazz and swing\, hear the songs that shaped history.    \nAll concerts are held at the National World War I Memorial located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 14th and 15th Streets. \nThe program is free and open to the public. \nSchedule of Events\n5 pm – Daily Taps \n\n5:10 – 6 pm – Concert \nYour support for the Doughboy Foundation will help fund our mission in perpetuity\, inspiring future generations of visitors and forever honoring our World War I veterans and all U.S. servicemen and women. Donate today →
URL:https://doughboy.org/event/doughboy-foundations-summer-concert-series-from-ragtime-to-swing-america-finds-its-rhythm/
LOCATION:The National WWI Memorial\, 1400 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, WASHINGTON\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bells of Peace Ceremony 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Doughboy Foundation will sponsor the annual Bells of Peace Ceremony on Tuesday November 11\, 2026\, starting at 11:00 a.m. EST with prelude music by the American Expeditionary Forces Band Brass Quintet starting at 10:45 a.m. at The National World War I Memorial in Washington\, DC\, located on Pennsylvania Ave between 14th and 15th streets. The ceremony is free and open to the public\, or can be watched via livestream on our Youtube channel. \nBells of Peace commemorates the end of World War I and honors the 4.7 million Americans who donned the uniform and the 116\,516 who lost their lives in that conflict. November 11 is now Veterans Day\, a day to recognize all military Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Originally called Armistice Day\, the date marked the end of hostilities in WWI and is observed as Remembrance Day in other countries. \nAt the National WWI Memorial\, while honoring our Veterans\, we will also honor and uphold the original purpose of November 11 through a multi-national commemorative ceremony\, and observe the day by remembering the 4.7 million American military members who served in WWI and all those from other nations who served alongside them. \nThe Bells of Peace Ceremony will be live-streamed starting at 1045 am\nCLICK HERE TO VIEW LAST YEAR’S LIVE STREAM\nSubscribe to our YouTube channel and click to enable notifications. \nView the event details \nRSVP for the Bells of Peace CeremonyThis event is free and open to the public.\n \nThe Doughboy Foundation’s American Expeditionary Forces HQ Band Brass Quintet will provide music. \nSpecially priced items are available at the Doughboy shop for celebration of Armistice Day on November 11th. Visit the shop today. \n\nOUR SPEAKER LINE UP IS COMING.  PLEASE CHECK BACK WITH US!\nParticipants for the Bell of Peace ceremony will include representatives of the Embassies from Australia\, Belgium\, France\, Serbia\, and New Zealand\, as well as the American Gold Star Mothers\, The Military Order of World Wars\, and the Pershing Rifles. Wreaths will be presented\, the National WWI brass bell will be rung 21 times\, and the solemn bugle calls of Aux Morts\, Last Post\, and Taps will be sounded in honor of those who gave their lives during WWI. \nThe ceremony is free and open to the public. \nShow your support. Get your exclusive poppy lapel pin at the Doughboy Shop today! \n\nSchedule of Events - To be announced for 2026Your support for the Doughboy Foundation will help fund our mission in perpetuity\, inspiring future generations of visitors and forever honoring our World War I veterans and all U.S. servicemen and women. Donate today →
URL:https://doughboy.org/event/bells-of-peace-ceremony-2026/
LOCATION:The National WWI Memorial\, 1400 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, WASHINGTON\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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