On-site ticket sales begin at 5:30 pm. 

This is the story of Leslie E Robertson, the lead structural engineer of the World Trade Center. Robertson oversaw the construction of the tallest building on the planet and is haunted by its collapse and the events of September 11, 2001.

Driven by Robertson’s pacifism and activism, as well as a powerful collaboration with engineer Saw Teen See, Leaning Out showcases the innovation of the Twin Towers and takes a deeper look into the buildings that symbolize so much.
Directors: Basia and Leonard Myszynski
2018 / 59 min / USA / D.C. Premiere

This feature film will be screened in the Museum's Pension Commissioner's Suite on the Second Floor.

This feature film is followed by Past/Presence: Saving the Spring Garden School.
Director: Cheryl Hess
2018 / 4 min / USA
The Spring Garden School No. 1 in North Philadelphia had been vacant and abandoned for nearly 30 years before the Philadelphia Housing Authority teamed with the non-profit Help USA to convert the property into affordable housing.

The Architecture & Design Film Festival: D.C. is presented by the National Building Museum with the Revada Foundation.

1.0 LU (AIA)

$12 Museum | $5 Student | $15 Non-member | $135 All Access 

Get the All Access Pass which includes the opening night, reception, and auto-registration to all screenings.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Image Credit: Still from Leaning Out directed by Basia and Leonard Myszynski, 2018.