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"Nation of Speed"National Air and Space MuseumOpens Oct. 14, 2022For more information: https://www.si.edu/exhibitions/nation-speed%3Aevent-exhib-6030The new gallery "Nation of Speed" explores the deep-rooted connection between people and machines through the history they made together. This cooperative exhibition includes loans from the National Museum of American History. "Nation of Speed" will open in fall 2022 and is projected to be open for 10 […] Around the globe, textiles have long played a role in celebrations, performances and religious observances. On the occasion of The Textile Museum’s centennial, Enduring Traditions explores the cultural significance of treasures from the collection. From royal robes to ceremonial carpets, these exceptional textiles reveal the traditions and values of communities across continents.
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Music is a force of freedom, resistance, refuge and change. Yet in the digital age, where access feels limitless, artists remain bound by an industry that profits from steaming their work without fairly compensating them. "Free Music: The Illusion of Liberation" challenges the myth of creative freedom within a system built on extraction, and pushes […]
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Thursdays, October 9 to November 20. 2025 - 6 to 8 pm This course is designed to help participants get comfortable with drawing, painting and mixed media. Through a series of exercises and projects, participants will develop their skills in fast sketching, contour drawing, color and composition basic knowledge. The main focus is to enjoy […]
$25 – $280
From October 24-27, visitors of all experience levels are invited to the property’s first-ever Mahjong Weekend with guest instructor Dana Lange, who brings her engaging teaching style to players of all levels. This weekend includes nine hours of instruction over three days, along with plenty of time to enjoy the fall at the Tides Inn. […] |
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By Henrik Ibsen, in a new adaptation by Amy Herzog. Directed by János Szász. Drama Desk Award winner for Outstanding Adaptation and recent Broadway sensation, Amy Herzog’s work unearths the relevance of Ibsen’s tale for our time, weighing the cost of standing up to power when pressured into silence. |
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Get ready to rock… and bleed! On October 31, Keegan unleashes LIZZIE, the ferocious punk-rock musical that rips the lid off the legend of Lizzie Borden. Fueled by rage, retribution, and a blistering all-female rock score, LIZZIE reimagines the infamous 1892 axe murder in a show that’s equal parts gothic horror, riot grrrl rebellion, and […]
$54 – $65
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This Halloween celebrate the BOO season on this zany journey around O Museum's secret gardens. Come in costume and have a spooktacular time exploring our secret gardens — decorated special for Halloween. Enter at 2024 O St NW Washington, DC. Also includes: — Costume Contest — Cash Bar PLEASE NOTE: On this special night, our […]
$25
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Using acrylic paint on glass and gel plates, participants will create expressive prints in both black & white and color. Drawing inspiration from abstract expressionist artists, the process encourages accessing the subconscious and embracing spontaneity. The workshop emphasizes the creative journey and the joy of unexpected outcomes. Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with […]
$15
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The American University Symphony Orchestra will play a variety of well-known classics from the Romantic era. The program will begin with Hector Berlioz' Hungarian March from "The Damnation of Faust," followed by Suite no. 1 excerpted from Georges Bizet's opera "Carmen." Audiences will experience the mysterious and contemplative beauty of the two movements of Franz […]
$10 – $15
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Most artists who try to paint are pretty good at drawing but struggle with the transition between drawing and painting. Fortunately, every artist, even going back hundreds of years, has struggled with this. This class will follow the various techniques artists have developed to ease the transition from drawing to painting and make painting less […]
$300
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The future of fashion and textiles calls for both reflection and innovation. As the industry faces the challenges of overproduction, waste and cultural erosion, new opportunities are emerging to rethink how we make and use clothing. Inspired by themes from the exhibition Source Material: Lessons in Responsible Fashion, this virtual roundtable brings together a global […]
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Walk to your neighborhood museum for a fun, family-friendly celebration of art, music, and architecture! This event is free and open to all with live jazz music and art-making activities. Entrance to the Museum will be free of charge and our permanent collection and special exhibition, Anonymous Was a Woman: Jae Ko | linn meyers […]
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Come help us celebrate the launch of Davon Moseley's debut cookbook, LET'S GET INTO IT: 130+ Comfort Food Recipes for Novice Cooks. The charismatic and wildly popular food content creator better known as "Royale Eats," DC's own Davon Moseley will share some of his favorite comfort food recipes for fall together with stories about his […]
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As we celebrate four decades of unwavering dedication to supporting victims of crime, we invite you to join us in this momentous occasion that promises to be filled with inspiration, hope, and community spirit. This is not just a gala; it’s a celebration of resilience, healing, and the transformative power of coming together to make […]
$250
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The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) launches its 2025–2026 season with Parisian Dreams: Ravel and Saint-Saëns. This elegant evening transports audiences to the glamour and charm of turn-of-the-century Paris in a program celebrating French sophistication, lyricism, and innovation. The concert pays tribute to the 150th birthday of Maurice Ravel, featuring some of his most beloved and […]
$5 – $169
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From the American Revolution to Afghanistan, casualties of war arrive at the Pearly Gates, each one a ghostly witness to the 250-year history of the U.S. Marine Corps. Will these brave but troubled souls find their way into Heaven, or are they doomed to haunt the perimeter forever? A new play by Joshua Crone, featuring […]
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Join us for the Albert H. Small D.C. History Symposium showcasing emerging scholars and their cutting-edge research on Washington, D.C. Held in honor of Mr. Small, who donated his vast collection of D.C. prints, maps, books and ephemera to GW in 2011, this symposium invites you to engage with the next generation of D.C. scholars […]
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Food brings people together but not always how you’d expect. Behind every favorite dish, there’s tension, tradition, chaos, or comfort. Sometimes all of it at once. This show is about what happens when meals go sideways, recipes carry history, and family shows up with opinions. Come for real stories about how food stirs things up, […]
$35.00
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Nov.15-16, 2025 DONATED BOOK SALE Sponsored by the Georgetown Library Friends Thousands of high-quality used books for sale 100% newly donated -- no holdovers from other sales, no library culls. Material sorted by subject for easy shopping. Many books are in mint condition. Extensive collection of military history Nov. 15-16 Saturday 10 - 11 am: […]
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Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city. At one point African Americans counted for as much as 30% of the Georgetown population. Descendants of enslaved peoples and free black folk have lived in Georgetown for generations, but their contributions to its history do not often receive recognition. […]
$20 – $30
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In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the city. Now in its fifth year, this series supports and spotlights the wealth of musical talent in our metropolitan area.
$35
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Join us for a moving and memorable evening of music, history, and culture as one of the world’s oldest Ukrainian male choirs takes the stage. For over six decades, the Prometheus Ukrainian Male Chorus has been captivating audiences with its rich and powerful harmonies, carrying forward a tradition that reflects not only the beauty of […]
$30
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One Night. One Voice. One Cry — Revive Us Lord! Join 10x Grammy nominee Tauren Wells, dynamic worship duo Garett & Kate, pastor/ founder of AWAKE America Dr. Michael Youssef and thousands of believers from across the country as we seek a powerful move of God at DAR Constitution Hall, November 15th at 7pm. Get […]
Free – $20
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Join us as the DCCO launches its 2025-26 season, themed "A World Mosaic", with "Musical Hues". On the program:: - Carl Nielsen Helios Overture - Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Concerto No. 2, May Lim, Piano - Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 Join us afterward for a post-concert reception to celebrate the season launch. Refreshments will […]
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Join Woodley House for a night at the movies! Our annual Movie Benefit raises critical funds to support Washingtonians who face mental illness and the risk of chronic homelessness. On Sunday, November 16, join us at AFI Silver Theatre & Cultural Center in Silver Spring, to enjoy an exclusive screening of a new motion picture […]
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Watch short films that feature Indigenous stories and perspectives from across the Western Hemisphere. The museum’s Native Cinema Showcase is an annual celebration of the best in Native film. This year’s showcase shares stories of resilience, inspiration and hope as well as stories that entertain and educate through a variety of film genres. Countries represented […]
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Join us for a panel discussion featuring artists and Anonymous Was a Woman grant recipients Jae Ko, linn meyers, Joyce J. Scott, and Renée Stout, Gaby Collins-Fernandez, and Anonymous Was a Woman founder, Susan Unterberg. The panel will be moderated by Anonymous Was a Woman: Jae Ko | linn meyers | Joyce J. Scott | […]
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Join us for The Hoya’s 105th Anniversary Gala November 22 at Planet Word from 9 p.m. to midnight. Meet current staff, graduates and friends of The Hoya for a night of celebrating student journalism.
$190 – $230
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A heart-rending opus by acclaimed Jerusalem-based composer Danny Paller and NYTimes Jerusalem bureau staffer/researcher Myra Noveck, NOVEMBER 4 marks the 30th anniversary of an assassination that radically altered the course of history. A timely, tense, musical collision-course between the 73 year old Prime Minister of Israel, Yitzhak Rabin, and his 25-year-old assassin, law student, Yigal Amir, […]
$11.5 – $32
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It's easy to forget, but individual artists and galleries are small businesses too! On Small Business Saturday this year, stop by Glen Echo Park to support its resident artists, plus invited guest artists from throughout the DMV. Stop by our Holiday Art Show & Sale to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show […]
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