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From: The Washington Post | Date: March 1, 2008| Author: | Copyright information

Take advantage of lectures, workshops, tours and other educational programs this spring. Many require advance registration, so call ahead. Events are free unless otherwise noted.

Now through March 30: Orchid Month. Check out the 2,000 orchids cultivated at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Orchid repotting demonstrations, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., front greenhouse. Fee: $12, which includes a visit of the mansion. Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW. 202-686-5807, www.hillwoodmuseum.org.

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