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

Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 9:30 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 and retired U.S. Army Col. Steve Cheng ’91, founder and owner of Cheng Consulting LLC. 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.