Behind the Curtain: Intelligence, Illusion and the Art of Camouflage at the International Spy Museum

Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am

International Spy Museum | 700 Lenfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024

Begin your day with private, before-hours access to the International Spy Museum’s new exhibition “Camouflage: Designed to Deceive,” then take your seat for a thought-provoking program that connects national security and the intelligence community through the lens of liberal arts education through a panel discussion featuring Meredith McBride Cavan ’01, former deputy director of public affairs at the CIA, adjunct faculty member at William & Mary and advisory board member at the International Spy Museum, retired U.S. Army Col. Steve Cheng ’91, founder and owner of Cheng Consulting LLC and Clara H. Masback '24, Federal Business Development Associate, SynMax. The conversation will be moderated by Keith Masback P ’24, former chief executive officer of the United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation. This immersive W&M Weekend experience brings together the importance of education and the world of espionage through a partnership with W&M’s Global Research Institute, Military & Veteran Affairs and Whole of Government Center of Excellence. Coffee and light continental breakfast will be served.

Price: $10

If you would like to explore the museum's permanent exhibits following the event, you may purchase tickets either in advance or on-site. 

Note

  • The venue is within walking distance of the InterContinental Washington, D.C. - The Wharf.
  • Your ticket includes access to the “Camouflage: Designed to Deceive” special exhibition only and will begin at 9 a.m.

Driving notice: On Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., the Armed Forces Cycling Classic will impact some roads near the Wharf. For timely traffic information, please visit https://x.com/DCPoliceTraffic. The following streets will be closed to vehicle traffic:

  • Independence Avenue from 4th Street to 14th Street, SW
  • 14th Street from Independence Avenue to the 14th Street Bridge
  • 3rd Street from C Street to Independence Avenue, SW
  • 4th Street from C Street to Independence Avenue, SW
  • 6th Street from Maryland Avenue to Independence Avenue, SW
  • 7th Street from Maryland Avenue to Independence Avenue, SW
  • C Street from 7th Street SW to 9th Street, SW
  • 9th Street from C Street to Independence Avenue, SW
  • 12th Street from C Street to Independence Avenue, SW
  • 14th Street Bridge HOV lanes Inbound and Outbound
  • I-395 South express lanes

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