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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 […]
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.
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 […]
Mike Massé in Concert at BlackRock in Germantown. Epic acoustic classic rock in an intimate setting. This show sold out last time, so don't wait.... Don't miss Mike Massé performing […]
Pushkin’s sweeping novel comes vividly to life in Tchaikovsky’s masterful opera. Arrogant Onegin’s careless rejection of innocent Tatyana’s confession of love sets into motion a series of events ending in […]
Pushkin’s sweeping novel comes vividly to life in Tchaikovsky’s masterful opera. Arrogant Onegin’s careless rejection of innocent Tatyana’s confession of love sets into motion a series of events ending in […]
Pushkin’s sweeping novel comes vividly to life in Tchaikovsky’s masterful opera. Arrogant Onegin’s careless rejection of innocent Tatyana’s confession of love sets into motion a series of events ending in […]
Pushkin’s sweeping novel comes vividly to life in Tchaikovsky’s masterful opera. Arrogant Onegin’s careless rejection of innocent Tatyana’s confession of love sets into motion a series of events ending in […]
Join guest curator James Stewart for a talk about our exhibition STEM in the Historic House. This exhibit explores the role of science, technology, engineering, and math in preserving historic […]
Join Dumbarton House and local artist Lionel Daniels for a virtual paint night! Order your supplies ahead of time, grab a glass of wine, and hop on a virtual meeting […]
Join the National Archives for its first-ever virtual July 4th celebration! For 50 years, the Archives has celebrated the founding of the United States that includes a traditional reading ceremony […]
TEDxPearlStreet is organized by passionate individuals who seek to uncover new ideas and the latest research, innovation, creativity, and inspiration within Washington DC and beyond. We look forward to meeting […]
In Henze’s intense opera, a famous poet manipulates the people around him to invigorate his creativity. When his muse no longer inspires, he engineers a tragedy to provoke his latest […]
In Henze’s intense opera, a famous poet manipulates the people around him to invigorate his creativity. When his muse no longer inspires, he engineers a tragedy to provoke his latest […]
In Henze’s intense opera, a famous poet manipulates the people around him to invigorate his creativity. When his muse no longer inspires, he engineers a tragedy to provoke his latest […]
Grammy-winning R&B superstar, actress, and author Fantasia broke on to the scene in 2004 as the season three winner of Fox’s American Idol. She was the first artist in the […]
The members of Greensky Bluegrass have created their own version of bluegrass music, mixing the acoustic stomp of a stringband with the rule-breaking spirit of rock ’n’ roll. “The members […]
Described as “one of the greatest living voices in rock today” (Spin), Grace Potter returns to Wolf Trap in support of her emotionally revealing second solo album, Daylight (2019). Taking […]
The Australian Pink Floyd Show is frequently hailed as the best Pink Floyd tribute band touring today and has been deemed “The Gold Standard” (London’s The Times). Performing for over […]
“Americana stalwarts” (Rolling Stone) and Wolf Trap favorites, The Avett Brothers return for their third straight year to perform folk-tinged songs filled with unbridled energy and honest, heartfelt lyrics.
Aoife O'Donovan is a co-founder of the bands Crooked Still and I’m With Her, as well as a featured singer in the house band on the radio variety show Live […]
ASPIRE DESIGN AND HOME magazine just announced that ASPIRE HOUSE McLean 2020 is rescheduled for September 25 through October 25, 2020. During this unprecedented time, the move to the fall […]
Described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation, Karla Bonoff has enjoyed critical acclaim, commercial success, enduring popularity, and the unwavering respect of her peers, which include the […]
Pat Benatar, Cole Porter, and Black Sabbath—powerhouse singer/songwriter Storm Large can sing them all and more! Whether performing with Pink Martini, at a cabaret, or with a rock band, this […]
Celebrating over 50 years of extraordinary entertainment, original member Florence LaRue and company continue to deliver dynamic performances that stand the test of time. The 5th Dimension captivates audiences all […]
Bringing the best of country music back to The Barns with songs that have garnered him two Grammy Awards and an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, this Nashville […]
A pop-rock mainstay since the mid-‘70s as a solo artist and member of The Babys and Bad English, John Waite has never slowed down. Experience an evening of original hits […]
Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of piano music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the […]
Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of piano music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the […]
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Joan Osborne is best-known for her soulful recording of Eric Bazilian’s “One of Us.” She’s graced the stage with America’s most iconic musicians, such as The Dead and […]
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Joan Osborne is best-known for her soulful recording of Eric Bazilian’s “One of Us.” She’s graced the stage with America’s most iconic musicians, such as The Dead and […]
Jim Messina’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three supergroups (Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and Loggins & Messina), a vibrant solo career, a string of hit songs, and scores of […]
Jim Messina’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three supergroups (Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and Loggins & Messina), a vibrant solo career, a string of hit songs, and scores of […]
UNITY | PEACE | FORWARD A FREE OUTDOOR & VIRTUAL EXHIBIT Now through Feb. 28 on the grounds of the REACH During a time of uncertainty and isolation, how do […]
Mrs. Rosa Parks Treasure Hunt Tour Reserve: omuseum.org/parks Tickets: $30/person Where: O Museum in The Mansion, 2020 O Street NW When: (based on availability) daily 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — […]
This winter, the artists of Washington Printmakers Gallery explore the extraordinary color of red – how to use it, how to shape it, and how to interpret the many things the color connotes. From […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
This all-gallery group show welcomes new Foundry member John Koebert - and adventurous stylistic departures by Courtney Applequist, Kathryn Wiley, Sheila Blake, Patsy Fleming and the whole Foundry crew. Who […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
Full of the live and in-your-face entertainment Netflix can’t provide, this must-attend show features improvised comedy, audience interaction, and of-the-moment sketches and songs from The Second City made famous by […]
presented by the Third Space Network & Coalition partners Raw Hope of Humanity Rising responds to the extreme challenges of the moment, using online civic participation as a platform for advocacy […]
Thursday, February 18, 6PM ET Join artist Clifford Owens for a virtual lecture presented by American University's Department of Art and the AU Museum. Clifford Owens is an artist who […]
This spring, we are teaming up with the Textile Society of America to bring you a series of virtual talks with artists who are breaking ground in textile art. The […]
Los Angeles-based multimedia artist Guillermo Bert was born in Santiago, Chile, in 1959. His bi-cultural experience provides him with a lived perspective from which his artistic expression is cultivated. Bert […]
This spring, we are teaming up with the Textile Society of America to bring you a series of virtual talks with artists who are breaking ground in textile art. The […]
Saturday, February 20, 2021 2:00 PM 3:30 PM DC Strings Workshop (map) Google Calendar ICS Join DC Strings Orchestra in its 4th concert of the season featuring works from diverse composers including Florence […]
National Chamber Ensemble presents a very special virtual Valentine's Concert featuring the best of the Russian Romantic composers, Tchaikovsky and Borodin. We are proud to keep the music going during a challenging time […]
Presented By SHC Music Tribe Dan Navarro Benefit For O Museum THIS SUNDAY | 6PM | Live Stream Free To Stream On Facebook YouTube Join us after the show for […]
Gallery 2021 February 26 & 27, 7:30PM ET AU Dance Program’s graduating Dance Majors present an evening of creative research projects that tour the galleries of the AU Museum, live-streamed […]
The Soviets Signed a Lot of Arms Control Treaties with Us. Then Came the Hard Part: Making Sure They Were Complying. What Did That Look Like on the Ground? How […]
Free Virtual Lecture: February 28, 2-3:30PM Kasten began her career in ceramics in 2000, apprenticing with British ceramist Rupert Spira. After a year in England gaining a foundation in functional […]
A virtual film festival highlighting groundbreaking women filmmakers and issues of climate change, political activism, global pandemics, and more. The Smithsonian American Art Museum is presenting its third annual Women […]
The D.C. Commission for Arts and Humanities (CAH) has embarked on an update of its 2009 Public Art Master Plan. The purpose of the update is to take a broad, fresh and […]
Textile and social practice artist Sonya Clark (b. 1967) is renowned for her mixed-media works that address race and visibility, explore Blackness, and redress history. This exhibition—the first survey of […]
Peace Corps at 60: Inside the Volunteer Experience brings the world home through the stories and objects of 30 individuals, representing a sampling of the 240,000 people who have volunteered their service. The […]
Introduced by Mark Gaston Pearce, Visiting Professor and Executive Director, Georgetown Law’s Workers’ Rights Institute A Woman’s Work: The NFL’s Cheerleader Problem sheds light on the continued fight to end the […]
More Than 40 Panelists Include Haitian American Novelist Edwidge Danticat, Multimedia Journalist Felice León, Dominican American Poet and Bestselling Author Elizabeth Acevedo and Award-winning Filmmaker Julie Dash From "Dreamers" and […]
(Washington, D.C.) This March, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company launches RESET, a new, free digital collection featuring historical resources, excerpts, and video performances curated by Nicole M. Brewer, Faedra Chatard Carpenter, Jordan Ealey, Kristen Jackson, Leticia Ridley, and Nikkole Salter. […]
The Tea: Black Alley Friday, March 5, 12–1 p.m. In this online series, women musicians perform original work via livestream on the first Friday of the month. In March, Black Alley joins […]
Art Chats @ 5 Fridays, March 5–26, 5–5:45 p.m. Jump-start your weekend with art! Join NMWA educators online every Friday for informal 45-minute art chats about selected artworks in the […]
2021 NHD at NMAAHC E-Review Clinic Wednesday, March 3–Wednesday, March 17 The museum offers a support session for students working on a National History Day project. The project review sessions will help students determine topic […]
The Porcelain Flowers of Vladimir Kanevsky Through September 5, 2021 “There is everything in flowers—history, drama, structure, beauty, and fragrance,” contemporary artist Vladimir Kanevsky has said. Kanevsky’s remarkable porcelain sculptures […]
Wikipedia Art+Feminism Virtual Edit-a-thon Saturday, March 6, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. To mark Wikipedia's 20th anniversary, NMWA partners with Wikimedia DC for the museum's eighth Art+Feminism edit-a-thon, focused on improving Wikipedia entries related […]
SERIES PREMIERE: Sat., Mar. 6, 2021 at 6 p.m. Special guest @INFINITYSONG Topics will include racial sensitivity, economic equality, and the ways art can facilitate reconciliation and healing within communities.
Free Community Days Sundays, March 7 and March 21, 12–5 p.m. The first and third Sundays of every month are free Community Days for the public. Visitors will have the […]
Darden Smith - Live Stream Reserve: omuseum.org/smith Tickets: FREE (donations appreciated) Where: O Museum in The Mansion, 2020 O Street NW When: 3/7/21 Concert Starts: 6:00pm PRESENTED BY SHC Music Tribe […]
March 9; 4 pm. Zoom Link: https://smithsonian.zoom.us/j/87174916962?pwd=VCtyZkpHdnJkT1ZDTjRzcHk1R01Odz09 Join curators and historians for a presentation and discussion on historical topics. Audience questions are encouraged and will be addressed in the moderated dialogue.
N Street Village will be hosting our Annual Gala and Auction virtually on Tuesday, March 9. As we navigate the virtual landscape, this year’s event will be a chance for our […]
March 10; 4-5:30 p.m. Registration is free but required: https://myinventordad.eventbrite.com Two independent filmmakers discover their own inventiveness while documenting the lives of their inventor fathers. For more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/innovative-lives-my-inventor-dad-tickets-140337456109.
Collection Highlights Talks Wednesday, March 10, 5:30–6:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 27, 1–2 p.m. Unable to visit the museum in person? Check out one of our drop-in virtual “tours.” During each interactive, […]
Curious about American art? Join us for a 30-minute virtual conversation about selected works from the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection. This program is presented in American Sign Language (ASL) […]
April 22 – 25; on demand In celebration of Earth Day, the National Museum of the American Indian’s annual Living Earth Festival will be available on demand over four days. […]
NMAAHC Kids: Joyful Fridays Fridays in March; 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Joyful Fridays welcome children every Friday in March to create art that celebrates black joy, history and culture. This special program is inspired […]
Cellphones + Point & Shoot: Digitizing with What You Have With Leah Jones Saturday, March 13; 12 p.m.–1 p.m. Leah Jones, photographer at the NMAAHC, will teach participants how to digitize family papers and […]
(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Monday, March 15 at 6:30 pm ET, Folger’s O.B. Hardison Poetry Series, in collaboration with the Embassy of Ireland, welcomes Irish poet and writer Doireann Ní […]
March 16; 4 pm. Zoom Link: https://smithsonian.zoom.us/j/87307811475?pwd=Y3ppUnZqSkFMRmhMSWhXazM5SXpkQT09 Join curators and historians for a presentation and discussion on historical topics. Audience questions are encouraged and will be addressed in the moderated dialogue.
Wednesdays, 11 a.m. YouTube @smithsoniannpg March 17: Abigail Adams March 24: Lady Bird Johnson March 31: Maya Lin Introducing… a new kind of story time. Each week in March, a […]
Artful Observations Wednesday, March 17; 4 p.m.–5 p.m. The “Artful Observations” program encourages critical thinking, careful observation and perspective taking through guided close-looking exercises. Each session will focus on one work of art from NMAAHC’s visual […]
Wednesday, March 17, 2021 - 7 p.m. “How would the story of girlhood be told if girls were the ones to write it?”. This simple premise drives an intimate collection […]
Thursday, March 18; on demand. What roles do Indigenous women uphold that serve both their communities and our society at large? Watch a conversation between two young Native women who […]
Georgia native Noah James Saunders opens his stunning metal works on March 18th, 2021 at Amy Kaslow Gallery in Washington, DC. Suspended from the ceiling and hanging from the walls, […]
Professor Ana Patricia Rodríguez and historian José Centeno-Meléndez discuss identity and representation in DC’s Salvadoran community. About this Event Salvadoran Americans are the fourth largest Latino group in the US, […]
BMA x NMWA: In Relation Tuesday, March 9, 12–12:45 p.m. Join us for BMA x NMWA, a livestreamed monthly talk show co-presented by The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) and NMWA. In this episode, educators from both museums welcome artist Tschabalala Self. Known for constructing grandly scaled Black figures in collage-like canvases, Self’s works are […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
Community Day: Telling Tales of the Diaspora Saturday, March 20; 1 p.m.–2:30 p.m. This community day, presented in partnership with The Making African America Symposium, will engage visitors in exploring what diaspora is […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
By Colman Domingo Directed by Craig Wallace MARCH 22 – APRIL 18, 2021 “Keep a song in your heart, and you will always find your way”—that’s what JJ’s mom always […]
The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery announces the third season of its PORTRAITS podcast, which explores the real stories of extraordinary people and portraiture. Hosted by National Portrait Gallery Director Kim […]
March 23; 4-5 p.m. Zoom Registration Link: https://smithsonian.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1CC-6lICQR-mlo4j_X8tTg Join curators and historians for a series of panel discussions offering perspectives on the current pandemic. Panelists will virtually share objects from […]
Wednesday, March 24; 7 p.m. ET Free, registration required for Zoom. Live stream also available on YouTube and Facebook Live. Michelle Stuart will join Hirshhorn assistant curator Betsy Johnson to discuss her extensive practice exploring the role that landscape and natural materials play in shaping personal and collective memory. Often characterized as an artist-explorer, Stuart is internationally recognized as a pioneer […]
