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51 Steps to Freedom
The largest outdoor museum — in the world


Spanning over eight miles, this one-of-a-kind augmented reality trail explores D.C.'s extraordinary history, culture, and its ongoing journey toward liberty and opportunity for all.

10/19/2026

Hear stories first hand from Mrs. Virginia Ali - DC legend and Co-Founder of Ben's Chili Bowl in the augmented reality experience, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

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• Take your photo with Mrs. Virginia Ali in front of the iconic Ben's Chili Bowl
• Learn about the many iconic buildings along U St like the Bohemian Caverns, whose stage saw artists like John Coltrane, Miles Davis and Shirley Horn
• Hear from Briana Thomas, author of BlaBlack Broadway in Washington DC a 51 Steps bus tour, as she speaks about the founding story of the historic True Reformer Building

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

10/15/2026

🙋‍♀️ Q: What is the 51 Steps to Freedom Trail?

👉 A: 51 Steps To Freedom® is transforming Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum — in the world. Spanning over eight miles, this one-of-a-kind augmented reality trail explores DC's extraordinary history and culture. It includes 51 digital "steps" at real locations that highlight civic courage and the ongoing journey toward liberty and opportunity for all.

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 Did you know Guinness recognizes Dr. Frank Smith's African American Civil War Memorial with the award...
10/11/2026

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 Did you know Guinness recognizes Dr. Frank Smith's African American Civil War Memorial with the award for “Most Names on a War Memorial”? Reflect on the brave actions of those 209,145 names honored at the AACWM all from the palm of your hand, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

📍1925 Vermont Ave NW
• Symbolically sign your name to the ever-growing Emancipation Proclamation digital monument
• Take your photo with DC civil war reenactor, Marquett Milton

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

10/07/2026

Trail Tip: You can tap where ever you see the hand symbol. You can even walk forward, as everything stays in place like in the real world. Think of it like a video game! 🎮

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 Virtually meet civil rights icon, Mrs. Rosa Parks and hear first hand about her time in DC staying at ...
10/03/2026

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 Virtually meet civil rights icon, Mrs. Rosa Parks and hear first hand about her time in DC staying at the O Museum in the Mansion through the power of augmented reality, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

📍2020 O St NW
• Take your photo on the O Museum balcony with Mrs. Rosa Parks
• Learn about how the O Museum came to be from the founder, H.H. Leonards

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

10/01/2026

Did you know Jim Henson got his start making commercials for DC based business, Wilkins Coffee? Henson created the cult classic sassy characters, Wilkins and Wontkins which provided early looks into what would become the iconic Kermit the Frog. Learn the importance of ingenuity through Henson's legacy in our augmented reality experience, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

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• Discover the Sesame Street effect while reminiscing with some of our favorite muppet moments
• Do a funky dance with our 51 Steps dancing bear, you can even take a video of your groovy moves!

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 Step into one of the most infamous moments in American history at the Ford's Theatre, dive deeper into...
09/30/2026

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 Step into one of the most infamous moments in American history at the Ford's Theatre, dive deeper into the harrowing events of April 14, 1865. Explore an immersive account of the President Lincoln assassination through augmented reality, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

📍511 10th St NW
• Hear a first hand account of the fateful assassination from Joseph Hazelton
• Learn about key figures of this time like Elizabeth Keckley, Mary Todd Lincoln's personal dress maker and formerly enslaved woman

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

09/24/2026

The Girl Scouts empower girls everywhere to learn the skills to thrive today and tomorrow. The Girl Scouts AR experience is available now, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

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• Meet Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA
• Experience a Bridging Ceremony
• Earn a Badge!

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 We invite you to step into the past at the historic Howard Theatre. Discover why Howard was known as t...
09/20/2026

STOP SHOUT-OUT! 👉 We invite you to step into the past at the historic Howard Theatre. Discover why Howard was known as the "Theatre for the People" all from the palm of your hand, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

📍620 T St NW
• Immerse yourself in Howard Theatre's history. Did you know Eleanor Roosevelt frequently visited?
• Take your photo with the legends that have played the iconic venue - Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday & more!

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

09/16/2026

The Girl Scouts AR experience is available now, exclusively on the 51 Steps to Freedom trail.

📍Find it on the trail!

Get your FREE trail tickets 👉 51stepstofreedom.org/tickets

• Meet Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA
• Experience a Bridging Ceremony
• Earn a Badge!

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51 Steps To Freedom® is a groundbreaking interactive trail that transforms Washington, DC into the largest outdoor museum – in the world™, bringing history to life – right where it happened – in the palm of your hand.

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1213 U St NW
Washington D.C., DC
20009-4442

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