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Washington, D.C.

May 20 – 22, 2026
3rd St. SW, across from the Capitol Reflecting Pool (pending final permit approval)

About This Stop

Catholic Charities USA and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington are pleased to welcome you to People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Washington, D.C.

This one-of-a-kind, traveling museum will be open May 20 to 22 on 3rd St. SW, across from the Capitol Reflecting Pool (eastern end of the National Mall), pending final permit approval.

Inside the retrofitted semi-tractor trailer, visitors will experience powerful first-person stories from Catholic Charities staff and volunteers across the country, along with interactive exhibits that explore poverty, community and service. 

On Friday, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington will be on-site to connect visitors with local programs, services and opportunities to get involved in the D.C. community. 

This free experience is open to all. We invite you to visit, reflect and be inspired to take action in your own community.

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Event Schedule

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington and Catholic Charities USA will host the museum for three days.

11:00 am

Public Visiting Hours

3rd St. SW, across from the Capitol Reflecting Pool (pending final permit approval)

11:00 am

Public Visiting Hours

3rd St. SW, across from the Capitol Reflecting Pool (pending final permit approval)

11:00 am

Public Visiting Hours

3rd St. SW, across from the Capitol Reflecting Pool (pending final permit approval)

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What to Expect When You Visit

Immerse yourself in stories of service from around the Catholic Charities nationwide network, tell your own story of someone who gives you hope, and get the facts about how poverty affects your neighbors and your community. Then learn about volunteer opportunities at your local Catholic Charities agency so you, too, can become a person of hope and make a difference in your own life and someone else’s.

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Agency Information

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington has been answering the call to help those who are less fortunate since 1929.