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The Smithsonian Libraries will be presenting the opening of the exhibition Magnificent Obsessions: Loving Books, Expanding Knowledge, on November 7th as a part of their 50th anniversary celebration at the […]
This Spring, NSLM melds art with science to create NSLMology, an exhibition for explorers of all ages! Visitors are invited to experience scientific principles within three centuries of paintings, sculptures, […]
Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen centers on a unique decorative object from the NSLM’s permanent collection. Recently conserved, the four-panel screen is comprised of paintings and prints showing 18th century […]
This companion exhibition to the Corcoran exhibition 6.13.89 will exhibit paintings, drawings, and prints from the GW Collection by artists who registered their protest of the volatile cancellation of the […]
6.13.89 will explore the highly politicized and publicized cancellation of the 1989 exhibition Robert Mapplethorpe: The Perfect Moment. On June 13, 1989, the Corcoran Gallery of Art bowed to significant […]
This exhibition examines unrealized designs for the Washington Monument, Memorial Bridge, and other structures around the city, through historical prints and paintings from the collection.
This exhibition showcases historical sheet music that provided the soundtrack to a nation divided by war.
Jane Franklin Dance SUMMER Camp for ages 5 - 12 builds physical skill and creativity through movement, theatre, and visual art. The five-day camps includes dance technique and creative movement, […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present “Escape from Between the Lines,” featuring paintings by Jeanne McManus and Sara Maddox. McManus and Maddox have escaped the narrow, black-and-white […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents “More Obsessions: Thoughts and Things That Keep Living in My Head” featuring work by F. Lennox Campello. A compulsive drive to work the same […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents “10 Years of SIlverWorks: Looking Back and Forward Looking” by SilverWorks Resident Artist Blair Anderson. This exhibition displays a new collection of the silversmith’s […]
Jane Franklin Dance will be presenting EyeSoar at the Capital Fringe Festival that explores the shifts of a neighborhood through changes of development, gentrification, and community strengthening. Space is getting […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ Edwardian comedy of ill manners. A decade later, QTC restages one of its most popular productions about Dulcie Baxter, the “mollusc”, who has an unusual, […]
The best laid plans often go awry… Strauss’ soaring opera is divinely comical and deeply enchanting. ARIADNE AUF NAXOS Music by Richard Strauss Libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal A New Production Combining slapstick comedy and beautiful music in a competition of “high” and “low” art, Ariadne auf Naxos is a cock-eyed tale about art, love, […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Innovation, from Stone to Silicon,” a brief history, with Lawrence Husick, lecturer at Johns Hopkins University’s Whiting Graduate School of Engineering, chemist, patent attorney, hacker and entrepreneur. “Innovation” is a hot commodity, with seemingly every company, elected official, employee, and organization out there either striving to be innovative or claiming they […]
Profs and Pints presidents: “The Great American Road Trip,” with Allen Pietrobon, adjunct professor of modern American history at American University and visiting professor at Trinity Washington University. Perhaps no genre of book is so typically American than the travel narrative. From the Underground Railroad to the Settlement of the West to the modern cross-country […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Britain Beneath the Frosting,” a look at Brexit, baking shows, and other ingredients of a troubled empire, with Sam Wetherell, lecturer on British and World History […]
The best laid plans often go awry… Strauss’ soaring opera is divinely comical and deeply enchanting. ARIADNE AUF NAXOS Music by Richard Strauss Libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal A New […]
From pop and jazz to bluegrass, country, and beyond, Grammy-winning musician Bruce Hornsby (“The Way It Is”) has performed it all with everyone from Ricky Skaggs to Elton John. Similarly, […]
Join us for the fifth edition of Double Exposure Investigative Film Festival and Symposium in Washington, DC this October 10-13! Double Exposure is the United States’ first and only film […]
Summer is cool at NSLM! Summer Art Workshops offer free art activities for kids aged 5 and up. Learn more color theory, shape, proportion, and more while having fun and […]
You are invited to the free three-day Kaypi Peru Festival at the National Museum of the American Indian. This event highlights the South American nation’s rich and diverse cultural heritage […]
Join us on the NSLM’s lawn as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of our Open Late Summer Concert Series! July 26th Open Late Concert features the Silver Tones Swing Band […]
Founded by Wolf Trap Opera Alumni, this new vocal ensemble brings an operatic sensibility to choral music. Composed of members of the Metropolitan Opera and military choruses, The State Singers […]
NSO Music Director Gianandrea Noseda makes his Wolf Trap debut in a program including Tchaikovsky’s thrilling Violin Concerto, performed by acclaimed soloist Ning Feng, and Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony.
Join Arlington Arts Center on July 27, from 1 to 3pm for a gallery talk with the artists of Transitional Objects, AAC resident artist Jen Noone and photographer Jason Horowitz. […]
The best laid plans often go awry… Strauss’ soaring opera is divinely comical and deeply enchanting. ARIADNE AUF NAXOS Music by Richard Strauss Libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal A New […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ […]
Disney in Concert: Coco is a family-friendly, live-to-picture concert event featuring Michael Giacchino’s beautiful musical score and the 2017 two-time Academy Award®-winning film for Best Original Song as well as […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ […]
An afternoon of opera highlights curated by the audience and sung by Wolf Trap Opera soloists. Come to the preshow reception* to vote for the arias of your choice! Each […]
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 […]
NSLM offers free admission the last Sunday of each month. Join us to see highlights from our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions! Exhibitions on view include: NSLMology: Science of Sporting […]
Join us on July 29 to September 27 from noon to 1:00 PM for free lunchtime performances featuring the area’s most talented entertainers. Enjoy a variety of musical flavors, such […]
Rejoice in an evening of jazz fusion and R&B! Legendary pianist and composer Herbie Hancock (“Rockit,” “Cantaloupe Island”) returns to Wolf Trap with “the most talked-about jazz musician in recent […]
“A remarkable cellist, with a piercingly beautiful tone and utterly pure intonation” – The Times Kian Soltani is a familiar face to many Washington Performing Arts patrons, having appeared in […]
The multiplatinum “Space Cowboy” brings his signature blues-rock hits like “The Joker” and “Fly Like An Eagle” back to Wolf Trap with “honky-tonk in technicolor” (Billboard) band Marty Stuart and […]
Best known for his masterful songwriting filled with wit and charm, Lyle Lovett has built his career “on the reputation of his live shows, which routinely sell out theaters and […]
Love Sex and Marriage (LSM) is the groundbreaking coming out story of the main character Darrin. Darrin is a mega celebrity who has several people that depend on him for […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ […]
Love Sex and Marriage (LSM) is the groundbreaking coming out story of the main character Darrin. Darrin is a mega celebrity who has several people that depend on him for […]
Director Steven Spielberg's heartwarming masterpiece is one of the brightest stars in motion picture history. Filled with unparalleled magic and imagination, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial follows the moving story of a […]
Indian City is a Native music group based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Their style harmoniously draws from pop, acoustic and rock, bringing it all together in an entertaining live show. Their […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ […]
Sarah McLachlan is one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters in entertainment with over 40 million albums sold worldwide, three Grammys, and 12 Juno Awards. In addition to crafting ballads such […]
Iconic Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist Mary J. Blige is a figure of inspiration, transformation, and empowerment making her one of the defining voices of contemporary music. Experience […]
Tickets are on sale now for the National Sporting Library & Museum’s 2019 Polo Classic! This event is fun for the whole family with pipes & drums, the parade of […]
Hear legendary trainer and equestrian George Morris speak at NSLM! Morris will be reading from his personal collection of riding books, including his own annotations and anecdotes. This program is […]
“You are guaranteed to leave The Molluscwith a smile on your face and warmth in your heart,” raved DC Theatre Scene about QTC’s “spot-on” 2008 production of Hubert Henry Davies’ […]
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum galleries led by Anne Marie Paquette! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch; all materials are provided. To register, […]
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,” […]
Enjoy family friendly fun with Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Public Libraries this summer. Each performance is a delightful blend of movement, theater, music and participation. Mouse in House, adapted […]
Enjoy family friendly fun with Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Public Libraries this summer. Each performance is a delightful blend of movement, theater, music and participation. Mouse in House, adapted […]
Fast Fashion / Slow Art comprises 11 films, videos and video installations by a diverse group of emerging and established contemporary artists and filmmakers that, collectively, encourage scrutiny of today’s […]
Enjoy family friendly fun with Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Public Libraries this summer. Each performance is a delightful blend of movement, theater, music and participation. Complete Dogness is a […]
Enjoy family friendly fun with Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Public Libraries this summer. Each performance is a delightful blend of movement, theater, music and participation. Mouse in House, adapted […]
In celebration of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, the National Museum of the American Indian will host a special concert featuring Chilean tenor Miguel Ángel Pellao (Pehuenche). […]
Music by Giachino Rossini Libretto by Cesare Sterbini Set and costumes from Houston Grand Opera The Barber of Seville is a co-production of Houston Grand Opera Association, Canadian Opera Company, […]
Love to sing? No experience? Ready to try? Here’s a wonderful FREE opportunity just for you! “Sing For Your Life!” The Alexandria Singers, the Washington area’s “premier pops chorus,” offers […]
Join legendary musician Sir Ringo Starr for an evening of iconic hits from the Beatles, his famous bandmates, and more! The All-Starr Band features vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Colin Hay (Men at Work), […]
Marking their 40th anniversary, the original members of iconic rockabilly band Stray Cats—Brian Setzer, Lee Rocker, and Slim Jim Phantom—reunite for a brand new album and tour.
“China’s most venerable orchestra” (The New York Times) makes its Wolf Trap debut in a program led by Music Director Long Yu and featuring cellist and MacArthur Fellow Alisa Weilerstein. […]
Join us at Capital Arts Collective, Downtown DC’s pop–up arts market. Shop the best finds by local creatives and enjoy a curated selection of items – from arts and crafts […]
The “finest big band in the world today” (The Daily Telegraph) led by nine-time Grammy-winning jazz icon Wynton Marsalis returns to Wolf Trap! Join 15 of the finest soloists, ensemble […]
Garnering 19 Grammy Awards over a seven-decade-long career interpreting the Great American Songbook, “Bennett vocalizes American popular songs like nobody else can” (NPR).
Heading back on the road after a multi-year hiatus, the former Dire Straits front man, known for hits like “What It Is,” “Sultans of Swing,” and “Romeo and Juliet,” takes […]
Director: Stephanie Clattenburg (2016, documentary, 80 min., Canada) In 2012, Kinnie Starr (Mohawk) was approached to make a film about herself, but chose instead to make a film about the […]
For over two decades, electrifying rocker Lenny Kravitz has transcended genre, style, and more with his Grammy-winning music including “Fly Away,” “American Woman,” and “Again.” Experience all the hits along […]
This year Holy Trinity celebrates 225 years as parishioners for others. On October 6, the celebration concludes with an Anniversary Mass and Founder's Day festivities. 11am: Anniversary Mass; 12-4pm: History […]
Experience an evening of good vibes. Go cross-country with the socially-conscious blues, soul, reggae, and rock of California artist Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals and get transported to New […]
Claiming the top spot on multiple Billboard charts, Farruko has paved his way to superstardom by mixing Reggaeton, rap, hip-hop, and more on No. 1 hits like “Calma,” “Sunset,” and […]
Throughout the summer, Dumbarton House Museum in Georgetown hosts an array of interesting and educational events that connect neighbors and visitors to its important past. To mark Dolley Madison’s stop […]
Celebrating over 50 years, the classic family film returns to the screen in Technicolor…with a twist! Sing-a-long with the movie using on-screen lyrics and become the star of the show. […]
NSLM offers free admission the last Sunday of each month. Join us in August to see highlights from our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions! Exhibitions on view include: NSLMology: Science […]
The Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Washington (JGSGW) and the Bender JCC are co-hosting a special August workshop, Genealogy in the Comics: A Kids’ Lecture for Grownups presented by Daniel […]
America’s favorite surf rockers bring the “Good Vibrations” with their iconic summer soundtrack featuring songs like “Surfin’ USA,” “Fun, Fun, Fun” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” and more that reach across […]
Director: Inuk Silis Høegh (Inuit) (2014, documentary, 74 min., Greenland/Denmark/Norway) In Kalaallisut and Danish with English subtitles) From 1973 to 1976 the Greenlandic rock band Sumé released three albums and […]
Join us for an ongoing Saturday morning movement class for adults. Improve balance, range of motion, strength, coordination and interact with friendly people. Drop-in for a class or enroll for […]
Curated by GW students, this display of letters, prints, and artifacts from the Albert H. Small Washingtoniana Collection presents a nuanced look at Washington through the places that shaped him.
This exhibition brings together global treasures gathered by Lloyd Cotsen, who assembled thousands of textile fragments, garments, and other artworks over his lifetime.
“The Argus Quartet is finding fresh, thrillingly expressive possibilities and adding bold new colors to a canvas that has their clear signature on it.” – David Harrington, Kronos Quartet One […]
Explore our NEW Online Gallery Experience, featuring Kristi Dobrovolski's Abstract in Bloom! An online gallery featuring her work opens Friday, April 24. Abstract in Bloom presents the works of watercolor […]
Explore our NEW Online Gallery Experience, featuring Kristi Dobrovolski's Abstract in Bloom! An online gallery featuring her work opens Friday, April 24. Abstract in Bloom presents the works of watercolor […]
Saturday Art Explorers at Glen Echo Park GOES VIRTUAL! We will post a video tutorial and materials list for a new bi-weekly art project every Wednesday!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 2, 2020 CONTACT Nell Callahan nell@frontwoodstrategies.com (202) 262-0721 ***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Hundreds of Families, Advocates, Providers to Rally on the National Mall to Raise Awareness for Maternal […]
Experience a first look of the ASPIRE HOUSE McLean 2020 Designer Show House at a Preview Gala on May 8, 2020 (tickets $250/each). Enjoy hors d’oeuvres from Windows Catering and […]
Join us for the 6th Annual “Rebloom on the Roof” cocktail fundraiser in support of Room to Rebloom—a nonprofit whose mission is to empower women and families in the National […]
A favorite of Washington Conservatory audiences, Michael Adcock will be our charming musical guide as he performs miniatures from baroque to ragtime music. This is a no-charge event with donations of all amounts appreciated. Donations […]
SYNERGY, a combination art gallery and fashion show, will fully represent the merged artistic expressions from the world of fashion design and that of visual art. Adorning the walls of […]
A spicy afternoon of zarzuela and song with Steven Blier and Joseph Li joined by a quintet of Wolf Trap Opera artists.
On May 30th, The American Pops Orchestra will present APO Jukebox: The Best of The American Pops. This virtual event, hosted by Maestro Luke Frazier and Director Kelly D’Amboise, will […]
A spicy afternoon of zarzuela and song with Steven Blier and Joseph Li joined by a quintet of Wolf Trap Opera artists.
Enjoy a special online presentation of the award-winning documentary LINDA RONSTADT: THE SOUND OF MY VOICE, presented by the nonprofit, BrightFocus Foundation. The film follows one of the world’s best-selling […]
Explore our NEW Online Gallery Experience, Frontline Arts: Transforming Voices, opening Friday, May 22. In collaboration with Frontline Arts, Glen Echo Park Partnership Galleries presents "Transforming Voices," featuring the work […]
Explore our NEW Online Gallery Experience, the 20th Annual Yellow Barn Instructor Exhibition, opening Friday, June 5. The Yellow Barn Studio is a flourishing center of Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and […]
Washington Conservatory faculty member, cellist Drew Owen, brings together two loves - music and magic - through his character Musico the Magnificent! Enjoy a delightful magical musical morning fun for the […]
For over 40 years, this Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has flipped genres like rock, punk, and new wave on their heads becoming both a “Liverpool legend” (The Washington […]
DC JazzFest presented by Events DC celebrates all things jazz in June with 150 concerts in 40 venues citywide with its marquee weekend, DC JazzFest at the Wharf, June 20-21. […]
For the last three years, the Sunset Run for Refugees has been proud to host hundreds of local runners, joggers, walkers, and families from the Washington, DC community in a […]
