Performance: Sounds of Guatemalan Marimba
Celebrate the sound of Guatemala’s national instrument with performances by Marimba Maya Awal, Marimba Mi Pequeña Internacional, and Marimba Linda Xelajú at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. […]
Celebrating Latino Culture at Fiesta DC (photos)
Jeff Malet • September 27, 2022
The annual Latino Festival in D.C. — Fiesta DC (Sept. 24-25) — features a 2-day street festival on Pennsylvania Ave. and a “Parade of Nations” on Constitution Ave. with traditional […]
Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 with virtual programs and an in-person festival highlighting Hispanic history, culture, traditions and stories. […]
Weekend Round Up, Sept. 16 – 19
This weekend promises a whirlwind of fun. We challenge you to try everything on our list. There’s the Smithsonian’s annual Museum Day,” a P Street art exhibit, the Nats vs. […]
Weekend Round Up, Sept. 9 – 12
We’re now (unofficially) into the fall season with lots to do around town! Parade in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month with Mayor Bowser, wish the Kennedy Center happy birthday at […]
Weekly Arts Round Up, September 10, 2020
Upcoming topics for online learning: Japanese textiles, Russian opera (and tea drinking), naturalist Alexander von Humboldt and painter Miki Hayakawa.
Weekend Round Up September 28, 2017
October arrives Sunday, along with Glen Echo’s Then & Wow! family day and the Blessing of the Animals in Georgetown at St. John’s.