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Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Alex Carr. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie […]
A household name thanks to a successful career spanning music, television, film, and theater, Reba McEntire is a three-time Grammy winner, member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, and […]
“Gotta see the show, ‘cause then you’ll know” just how much energy, precision, finesse, and outright celebration are ahead. “It’s not easy to be hyperactive, brooding and whimsical all at […]
Enjoy an evening of live music with Oasis Island Sounds, a local group that has been performing Steel Drum, Reggae, Calypso, and African music for over 30 years. The Bumper […]
Join Mayor Muriel Bowser and the entire city as we celebrate the musical legend, Chuck Brown, who took the spirit and culture of DC around the world. Enjoy refreshments, giveaways […]
The experience of making art can have a profound effect on any artist, and can also support recovery and transitions along different life stages. Theresa Reer and Jen Vaughn are […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Time Out: Paintings and Photography by Patrick and Lisa Sieg. Oil painter Patrick Sieg and photographer Lisa Sieg often meld into […]
Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Silver Linings: Stories in Silver, a collection of new works created by Artist-In-Residence Blair Anderson and the faculty of SilverWorks Studio & […]
Come join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be […]
Relive the magic of your favorite wizard in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ – In Concert. Based on the third installment of J.K. Rowling’s classic saga, fans of […]
Known for putting on plays with big ideas and strange qualities, The Edge of the Universe Players 2 holds true to that reputation with this upcoming production. The Vandal involves […]
Relive the magic of your favorite wizard in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ – In Concert. Based on the third installment of J.K. Rowling’s classic saga, fans of […]
Luminous, emotive, effortlessly lyrical, and always supremely refined, the music and performances of Ludovico Einaudi have attracted an ever-growing international audience over the last two decades. With a unique musical alchemy that draws on elements of classical, rock, electronica, and world music, he has become one of the best known composers in the world today.
The only duo with top 40 titles on the Billboard 200 in the '80s, '90s, '00s, and '10s, enduring folk rock icons Indigo Girls return to Wolf Trap for a night of “acoustic arrangements with a side of…shimmering vocal harmonies” (E! Online).
Profs and Pints presents, "Epic Life Lessons," a discussion of what we can learn from Greek and Indian epic heroes, with Shubha Pathak, associate professor of philosophy and religion at American University and author of Divine Yet Human Epics: Reflections of Poetic Rulers from Ancient Greece and India. The debate over popular entertainment’s negative or […]
This 12-piece band formed by husband-and-wife duo Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi creates outstanding live performances through songs rooted in the blues and infused with their own unique blend of southern soul, American roots, and authentic rock ’n’ roll.
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
Unwind after work with classic arcade sports, ballpark food and tours of amazing athletes in the exhibition Champions.
Paul Mellon was one of the greatest art collectors and philanthropists of the 20th century He spent a lifetime creating a masterful collection of art including British, French, and American paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and books and manuscripts. Join Jeffrey Allison, Paul Mellon Collection Educator and Manager of Statewide Programs and Exhibitions at the […]
Eclectic when it comes to musical styles as well as collaborations, reggae band Slightly Stoopid, now in their second decade of making music, continues to manufacture an energizing and multifaceted sound that has been described as “a spiritual bath of positive party energy.”
Hailing from Colombia, this Latin superstar leaves audiences roaring with praise night after night with hits like “Me Enamora,” “La Camisa Negra,” and “Fuego.”
Join us for this FREE “can’t miss” festival of the summer on July 14 from 3-8pm! It’s a day packed with Mini Golf, Photobooth Fun, Glitter Tattoos, Bubble Mania, Balloon Artists, Ziplines, Obstacle Course, Crafts, Merchant Specials, Family Activities, and more fabulous fun! Enjoy live music from the Robbie Limon Band, Never Born to Follow […]
Beethoven’s Ninth symphony is the composer’s ultimate expression of brotherhood and humanity. Experience this masterpiece as the resounding chords of the beloved “Ode to Joy” fill the air. PROGRAM Tchaikovsky's First Piano Concerto Beethoven's Ninth Symphony "Choral"
Profs and Pints presents "Our Anthem's Strange Notes," with Marc Ferris, former history instructor at New York University and Hofstra University and author of Star-Spangled Banner: The Unlikely Story of America's National Anthem. Oh say can you see a great talk that will change how you think about an American ritual, the singing of the […]
Join staff from the National Portrait Gallery and the DC Public Library for a monthly discussion of portraits and prose commemorating the 50th anniversary of the museum and 1968. Each month, A Portrait Gallery staff member will lead a tour of the exhibit One Year: 1968, An American Odyssey. Following the tour, a DCPL librarian […]
DC author Kim Roberts has fascinating tales to tell of the literary life of Washington from the Revolution to the modern era. Through slides and narratives she brings alive the rich literary history of downtown, the LeDroit Park and Shaw neighborhoods, Lafayette Square and the historic U Street district. Evening includes tour of historic Arts […]
This a cappella group’s musical cocktail mixes stunning vocals with lively performances for unique spins on contemporary standards ranging from Charlie Puth and Beyoncé to Bob Dylan.
Join us for a film that explores the encounter between two peoples targeted by oppression, brutality, and forced segregation who were brought together by World War II and racism in their societies. Having escaped Nazi Germany in the 1930s, Jewish scholars arrived in the United States only to face antisemitism at major universities. Many secured […]
Boy George & Culture Club, the UK pop sensation behind “Karma Chameleon” shares the stage with the technicolor party rockers behind “Love Shack” and “Rock Lobster,” The B-52s, for a night of non-stop, dancey bliss.
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
July is the month of Janeites at Dumbarton House. Come for the opportunity to create your own Jane Austen inspired masterpiece, learn about what was going on in America during the time period of Jane's works in England, and enjoy live music by local artist Tommy Rueckert! In partnership with Geppetto Catering.
Comedians, journalists, celebrity guests, and more compete in NPR’s humorous and award-winning current events quiz show, hosted by author and playwright Peter Sagal along with scorekeeper Bill Kurtis.
An interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment is that it has a life of its own, like a disaster waiting to happen if a tree falls in a forest! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about interchanges, a leftover interaction that […]
A Grammy and Golden Globe-winning rapper, singer, hip-hop artist, and actress, Queen Latifah was the first hip-hop performer to be crowned with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Joined by Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy, and Grammy-winning hip-hop artist Common, experience the Wolf Trap debuts of two of the most accomplished, all-around stars […]
Archaeology in the Community (AITC) will be hosting the seventh annual Day of Archaeology Festival, Saturday, July 21st from 10 am to 3 pm at Dumbarton House in Georgetown. Archaeology organizations from D.C., Maryland, and Virginia will be present. The public will be able to talk to archaeologists in person and learn about the science […]
Join Archaeology in the Community (AITC) for the 7th Annual Day of Archaeology festival at Dumbarton House! The International Day of Archaeology aims to raise public awareness of the relevance and importance of archaeology in the modern world. This festival is dedicated to the archaeology, history, and preservation of Washington, DC area and invites the […]
On Saturday, July 21, 2018, the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the nation’s preeminent legal advocacy organization for animals, will be hosting fellow animal lovers and advocates for an elegant evening of mingling and networking at the Morrison House Hotel in Alexandria, VA. Guests will enjoy delicious drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and music while hearing about the […]
With just two notes, Academy Award winner John Williams created a sense of fear for beachgoers that would last for decades! Join us at Wolf Trap for a screening of Steven Spielberg’s Jaws as the National Symphony Orchestra performs the iconic score. Film will be projected in HD onto big screens in-house and on the […]
An interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment is that it has a life of its own, like a disaster waiting to happen if a tree falls in a forest! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about interchanges, a leftover interaction that […]
This nifty outdoor performance by Jane Franklin Dance offers light hearted fun, plenty of inventive movement, and bridges over into several generations with performers spanning a 50 year age difference. Reminisce as you laugh along with “Shorthanded.” An intergenerational cast revisits technology pushed away over time. Story fragments are part of the sound score and […]
Film Concerts Live! proudly presents Casino Royale in Concert, produced in association with EON Productions and Metro Goldwyn Mayer Studios (MGM). For the first time in North America, audiences will experience Bond on the big screen accompanied by a full symphony orchestra performing composer David Arnold’s thrilling musical score live to picture! Directed by Martin […]
“Often cited as being one of the best songwriters in the world” (Paste), Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit make their Wolf Trap debut with a distinguishable blend of Americana and Alabama roots that recently earned them two Grammys for The Nashville Sound (2017).
An interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment is that it has a life of its own, like a disaster waiting to happen if a tree falls in a forest! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about interchanges, a leftover interaction that […]
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
Following the success of smash-hit singles “How Long,” “Attention,” “We Don’t Talk Anymore,” and “Marvin Gaye,” multi-Platinum artist Charlie Puth makes his Wolf Trap debut on his biggest North American tour to date supporting his highly anticipated new album Voicenotes (2018). Rising star Hailee Steinfeld of “Love Myself,” “Starving,” and Pitch Perfect fame makes her […]
Enjoy an evening of live music with the Real Live Jazz Quartet. Lead by Bob Boguslaw, former pianist of the “President’s Own” Marine Band, the group also features vocals, drums and bass. They perform mainstream jazz and blues, as well as unique interpretations of classic R&B and show tunes from the American Songbook. Real Live […]
Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and join us the last Friday of the month, May – August from 6:00-8:00pm on the NSLM lawn for live music. Concessions and cash bar available. Also enjoy free admission to our museum! The July 27th concert will feature the Bryan Shepherd Band, playing original material and classic […]
An interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment is that it has a life of its own, like a disaster waiting to happen if a tree falls in a forest! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about interchanges, a leftover interaction that […]
Luminaries from the worlds of musical theater, dance, and classical music join forces to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of American musical icon Leonard Bernstein.
In May 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a bill that made it legal for the first time since 1917 to sell hard liquor to patrons standing at bars in the District of Columbia. Shortly thereafter many bars opened and students, senators & secretaries streamed through the doors of establishments such as Clyde’s, Mr. Smith’s, […]
A quartet of internationally renowed Wolf Trap Opera alumni join with the NSO to perform memorable and exhilarating moments from Wagner’s epic Ring Cycle.
An interaction haunts you. Oddly, you recall the incident, a mere blip, tiny gasp. The beauty of the moment is that it has a life of its own, like a disaster waiting to happen if a tree falls in a forest! Physical and fun, Beauty and the Beat is about interchanges, a leftover interaction that […]
A musical phenomenon, Yanni is a rare artist whose music transcends geographical borders and touches people of all races and nations. As “one of the most popular recording artists ever” (NPR), Yanni has accumulated over 40 platinum and gold albums and two Grammy nominations.
Delight in Regency inspired films during our 7th Annual Jane Austen Film Festival under the summer stars in Dumbarton House’s historic North Garden. Tickets are $6 per film or $20 for all four films. Become a museum member and get in for free, plus have early entry! *We highly recommend that you buy tickets in […]
Dive into Dumbarton and grow your little ones love of history! This 10-week summer program is 45-minute and is geared towards children ages 3-5 and their parent/caregiver. Each week, take a mini-tour of our historic property, then interact with fun activities, crafts, and games. June 7 – August 9, 2018, Thursdays, 10am $5/child, FREE/Family Museum […]
Come join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be open as well.
This year’s grand opera at the Filene Center tells the tale of a father whose fierce desire to protect his daughter leads to a tragic quest for revenge. Some of Verdi’s most memorable music graces this poignant and unforgettable opera. RIGOLETTO Music by Giuseppe Verdi Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave based on Victor Hugo’s play […]
Over the past 35 years, the principals of the Puppet Co. - Allan Stevens, Christopher Piper and MayField Piper - have created over twenty-five major productions illustrating the breadth and importance of puppetry as an art form, one with special appeal to children and family audiences. They have presented over 12,000 performances to a total […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Organic Growth. Print artist Meaghan Busch and fiber artist Annalisa Leonessa combine in this unique show about growth. Busch’s growth is through hard times – from dealing with the mental decline of a parent and becoming a parent. This body of work is bittersweet, embracing hard […]
Let your hair down, grab your boogie shoes and join us for a night you won't forget! Come dance to live disco tunes (brought to you by APO musicians and singers) and enjoy disco-inspired specialty cocktails and hors d'oeuvres! Ticket includes admission, food and open bar. All proceeds go to APO’s community outreach programs. Hosted […]
Fueled by a drive to create great art, inspire connection, and cultivate community, pop rock trio Hanson has been entertaining audiences for more than 25 years. The trio of brothers make their NSO debut with a program of their greatest hits.
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Mary Anne Matteson. This Sunday Sketch is offered in partnership with The Artists in Middleburg. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to register for this […]
For nearly 40 years the Grammy-winning king of power ballads has rocked the stage with hits like “Summer of ’69,” “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You,” and “Heaven.” With the release of the new compilation album Ultimate (2017), Adams shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
“Be Our Guest” for two enchanted evenings featuring Disney’s animated classic shown on huge screens with an all-star cast performing the Oscar- and Grammy-winning songs live-to-film!
Dive into Dumbarton and grow your little ones love of history! This 10-week summer program is 45-minute and is geared towards children ages 3-5 and their parent/caregiver. Each week, take a mini-tour of our historic property, then interact with fun activities, crafts, and games. June 7 – August 9, 2018, Thursdays, 10am $5/child, FREE/Family Museum […]
“Be Our Guest” for two enchanted evenings featuring Disney’s animated classic shown on huge screens with an all-star cast performing the Oscar- and Grammy-winning songs live-to-film!
FIND TICKETS For over two decades, Disney has astonished millions worldwide with theatrical productions that both entertain and amaze. Now, in celebration of 20 years on Broadway, and in collaboration with Columbia Artists Management LLC, audiences can experience the magic of Disney's Broadway Hits with an unforgettable night of music. Performed by a live symphony […]
Best known for his high-quality songwriting filled with wit and charm, Lyle Lovett has built a career “on the reputation of his live shows, which routinely sell out theaters and concert halls coast to coast” (The New York Times).
Renowned and beloved singer, songwriter, and performer Mary Chapin Carpenter will return to Wolf Trap for a special performance. Carpenter has won five Grammy Awards and is a 2012 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee.
ABBA The Concert continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling audiences with fantastic performances of ABBA’s iconic hits including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,”and “Dancing Queen.”
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame R&B trio, The O’Jays, best known for “Love Train” is joined by seven-time Grammy winner Gladys Knight of “Midnight Train to Georgia” fame […]
For more than 25 years Alan Jackson’s music has provided a soundtrack for American life. Hits like “Remember When,” “Drive,” and “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” have […]
“New Orleans jazz-funk alchemist” (The Guardian) Trombone Shorty knows how to get the party started with genre-busting street rhythms and brass-filled jams that pay tribute to the history of the […]
“With echoes of old-timey string bands, singalong folk revivalists, boozy Americana roots rockers and big-box singer – songwriter softies” (Rolling Stone), The Avett Brothers make their Filene Center debut.
Guided by dynamic percussion, punchy horns, feel-good lyrics, and contagious rhythms, The Revivalists skyrocketed to the top of the charts with their No. 1 hit “Wish I Knew You.” This […]
One of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” (Rolling Stone) and two-time Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Beck shares the stage with rock goddess Ann Wilson […]
Whether solo or as a member of The Doobie Brothers or the Dukes of September, Michael McDonald has achieved inestimable success and remains one of the world’s most distinctive voices. […]
The Fred Schnider Gallery of Art showcases its newest exhibit, “A Broader Sense of Place,” Panoramic Photographs by DC photographer Sam Kittner, open now through September 8, 2018 with an […]
Drawing on the “folksy, confessional vibe of Seventies Laurel Canyon singer-songwriters like Jackson Browne,” (Rolling Stone) Dawes creates breezy and emotional songs that converge retro California vibes with contemporary folk […]
In a career spanning six decades, Frankie Valli has sold over 100 million records (including “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Sherry,” and “Grease”) and was inducted into the Rock […]
As the British marched closer on August 24th, 1814, Dolley Madison fled her beloved White House, taking refuge with the Carroll’s at Dumbarton House. Enjoy special self-guided tours Friday, Saturday, and Sunday featuring special collection and archived documents related to the Madisons. On Saturday bring the family and play historic lawn games, make ice cream, […]
Join professional tour guide Dwane Starlin and view the parts of Georgetown involved in conflicts during the "Second Revolutionary War," including Dumbarton House!
KIDZ BOP Live 2018 is the ultimate family concert experience, “sung by kids for kids.” The KIDZ BOP Kids headline this new show, performing some of today’s biggest hit songs […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Pursuit of Color by Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro. This exhibition presents recent oils and pastels from artist Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro about the […]
Come join the musical journey with acclaimed Taiwanese pianist Tzu-yi Chen in her 2018 fall recital as she pays tribe to iconic works by greatest classical composers during wartime. Inspired […]
Bollywood Boulevard—a harmonious fusion of live music, dance, and film—leads audiences from the birth of Hindi cinema to present day. Experience the spirit, artistry, and history of India’s famous film […]
DC Shorts Film Festival and Screenplay Competition is an award-winning, internationally recognized film festival held every September in Washington, DC. DC Shorts kicks off its 15th anniversary year on Thursday, […]
For over three decades, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G has grafted elements of R&B, pop, and Latin to a jazz foundation solidifying his reputation as the premiere artist in contemporary jazz. Similarly creating a powerful crossover sound, award-winning classical and contemporary pop group The Tenors returns to Wolf Trap with undeniable charm and diverse vocal […]
Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and join us the last Friday of the month, May – August from 6:00-8:00pm on the NSLM lawn for live music. Concessions and cash bar available. Also enjoy free admission to our museum! The August 31st concert will feature the Piedmont Symphony Orchestra, playing classical and show tunes […]
Experience a night of soulful music from a pair of gifted singer-songwriters featuring multi-platinum performer Gavin DeGraw known for “Not Over You” and “I Don’t Want to Be” and American Idol winner Phillip Phillips acclaimed for radio hits like “Home” and “Gone, Gone, Gone.”
An eight-time Grammy winner, Emmy winner, humanitarian, singer, songwriter, and producer, Ziggy Marley is one of the most successful reggae artists ever. Joining Ziggy Marley is one of Bob Marley’s favorite bands, Grammy-winning Steel Pulse. For one night only, experience an evening filled with messages of love and justice for all people.
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch alongside local artist Ruth Anna Stolk. Materials are provided. Please contact Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, to register for this program: APaquette@NationalSporting.org, (540) 687-6542 ext. 25
Hailed as the “biggest new rock act in the world” (Rolling Stone) with hits like “Want You Back,” “Amnesia,” and “She’s Kinda Hot,” 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) is the only band in history to see its first two full length studio albums enter the Billboard 200 at No. 1.
On Friday, October 19 at the Washington National Cathedral, DC non-profit Fair Chance is hosting the 16th annual Butterfly Bash gala. Guests will enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while strengthening the sustainability and performance of local community based nonprofits. NBC4 TODAY morning anchor Eun Yang will emcee, and the […]
With sales of over 60 million albums worldwide, Alanis Morissette is one of the most influential singer-songwriter-musicians in contemporary music. Her deeply expressive music (including “Ironic” and “You Oughta Know”) and performances have earned vast critical praise including seven Grammy Awards, 14 Canadian Juno Awards, and an induction into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Led by flautist and vocalist Ian Anderson, Jethro Tull celebrates 50 years of being one of the most successful live performing acts on the world stage with over 30 albums (including Benefit, Aqualung, and Thick As A Brick) and sales totaling more than 50 million.
For the past 28 years, the Rosslyn Jazz Fest has taken over all of the three-acre, urban Gateway Park. Last year, this much-anticipated annual event drew more than 10,000 music fans to the park for a day of dynamic, free performances. Come to hear live music performed by some of the biggest names in jazz […]
LEARNING FROM LABORINTUS Curator: Ira Tattelman An exhibit featuring four DC and five Roman printmakers - 25 total works. The show is open from August 30 to September 23. Preview reception on September 1, 3-5pm. Opening reception on September 8, 3-5pm. Artist talk on September 23, 1-3pm. This Sister Cities exchange was funded in part […]
Curated by Questlove, the musicians who performed with Prince throughout his career come together for one evening to honor the earth-shattering, genre-smashing musician behind “Purple Rain,” “Kiss,” “When Doves Cry,” and countless other hits.
Stories about World War II and the persecution of Europe’s Jews were a constant presence in American movie theaters and living rooms throughout the 1930–40s. Award-winning films such as Mrs. Miniver, The Great Dictator, and Casablanca shaped Americans’ understanding of the Nazi threat, while newsreels and radio programs offered a brief glimpse into world events […]
