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Adult Dance Technique- Jane Franklin Dance

Theatre on the Run 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington, VA, United States

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 […]

$3 – $110

George Washington and His World

George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum 701 21st Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

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.

Free

VIRTUAL Glen Echo Park Online Gallery Experience – Frontline Arts: Transforming Voices

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

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 […]

Free

Elegy for Young Lovers

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$38 – $94

Elegy for Young Lovers

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$38 – $94

Fantasia

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

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 […]

$37 – $87

Greensky Bluegrass + The Wood Brothers

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

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 […]

$37 – $57

Grace Potter + The Marcus King Band

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia

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 […]

$37 – $57

The Australian Pink Floyd Show

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

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 […]

$37 – $87

The Avett Brothers

Wolf Trap 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virgina

“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.

$50 – $97

Aoife O’Donovan with String Quartet and Taylor Ashton

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$37 – $42

ASPIRE HOUSE: McLean

ASPIRE HOUSE McLean 2020 Designer Show House 952 Mackall Farms Lane, McLean, VA, United States

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 […]

$35.00

Karla Bonoff

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$32 – $37

Storm Large

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$52 – $62

The 5th Dimension

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$67 – $77

Rodney Crowell

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$42 – $47

John Waite

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$37 – $47

Jim Brickman

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$37 – $42

Jim Brickman

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$37 – $42

Joan Osborne

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$42 – $47

Joan Osborne

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$42 – $47

Jim Messina

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$47 – $57

Jim Messina

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$47 – $57

Free Outdoor Exhibit at The REACH

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

O Street Museum 2016 O St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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. — […]

Washington Printmakers Gallery RED Exhibit

Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

The Second City

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$32 – $37

Foundry Gallery Winter Salon

Foundry Gallery 2118 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

The Second City

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$32 – $37

The Second City

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$32 – $37

The Second City

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$32 – $37

The Second City

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

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 […]

$32 – $37

Raw Hope of Humanity Rising ::: Online Public Dialogues for 2021 at the AU Museum

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

Clifford Owens: AU Department of Art Visiting Artist Series at the AU Museum

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

DC Strings Celebrates Black History Month

DC Strings Workshop 1100 New Jersey Ave. SE, Washington, DC, United States

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’s “A Russian Valentine”

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 […]

$18 – $36

Dave Navarro Benefit for O Museum

The Mansion on O St.

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 with AU’s Dance Program at the AU Museum

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

$5

James Renwick Alliance Distinguished Artist Series at the AU Museum

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

Smithsonian American Art Museum Presents Virtual Women Filmmakers Festival

Smithsonian American Art Museum F Street and 8th Street NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

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 […]

DC Commission for Arts & Humanities Focus Group

DC Commission for Arts & Humanities

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 […]

Peace Corps at 60 at the American University Museum

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

A Woman’s Work: The NFL’s Cheerleader Problem

Virtual

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 […]

Reset at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company

Virtual Event

(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 with the National Museum of Women in the Arts

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

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 with the National Museum of Women in the Arts

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

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  

Virtual Event

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 at Hillwood

Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

Kennedy Center Arts Across America Series Premiere

Virtual Event

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 at the National Museum of Women in the Arts

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

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: Livestream

Virtual Event

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 […]

National Museum of American History Colloquium: Mary Jane Appel, “Russell Lee: A Photographer’s Life and Legacy”

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

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 (Virtual) Annual Gala & Auction

N Street Village

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 […]

Innovative Lives: My Inventor Dad

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

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 with the National Museum of Women in the Arts

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

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, […]

NMAAHC Kids: Joyful Fridays 

Virtual Event

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 […]

O.B. Hardison Poetry Series: Fly Between Worlds Reading

Folger Shakespeare Library

(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 […]

National Museum of American History Colloquium: Catherine Stewart: “Race and Domestic Service”

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

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.

Introducing…

Virtual Event

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 

Virtual Event

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 […]

Youth in Action: Native Women Making Change

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 […]

BMA x NMWA: In Relation

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NW

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 […]

33rd Annual Evening of Comedy

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.

$27 – $30

Community Day: Telling Tales of the Diaspora 

Virtual Event

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 […]

33rd Annual Evening of Comedy

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.

$27 – $30

A Boy & His Soul at the Round House Theatre

Round House Theatre 4545 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD, United States

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 said. And sure enough, music is what reconnects him to his family when he clears out their West Philadelphia house to be sold. When JJ […]

National Portrait Gallery Season 3: Portraits Podcast

Virtual Event

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 Sajet, PORTRAITS takes listeners beneath the surface of artworks in the museum’s collection to reveal the stories behind them. Season three uses portraiture to examine […]

Pandemic Perspectives: How the National Museum of American History is Collecting COVID-19

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

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 […]

(At Home) On Art and Exploration: Artist Talk With Michelle Stuart

Virtual Event

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 […]

(At Home) Artist Talk With Deana Lawson

Virtual Event

Wednesday, May 26; 7 p.m. ET Free, registration required for Zoom. Live stream also available on YouTube and Facebook Live. More information to come.

The Avenue Live: Living Room Series – Inaugural Event

Virtual Event

The Avenue Live: Living Room Series - Inaugural Event TheAvenue.Live March 26th 7-9 PM Free Of Charge Tipping Is Optional but Encouraged (Tips will benefit Baltimore Restaurant Relief) Live Performance by Cat […]

Where There Is a Woman, There Is Magic: Women’s History Month Virtual Festival

Virtual Event

Saturday, March 27, 11 a.m. Zoom, registration required Join the Portrait Gallery in a virtual celebration of women making history. We will explore the online exhibition “Where There Is a Woman, There Is Magic,” which highlights leaders in sports, arts, science and activism. It is part of a day-long lineup featuring events and activities for […]

Hungarian Delicacies with the National Chamber Ensemble

National Chamber Ensemble

The National Chamber Ensemble continues it's successful virtual season with Hungarian Delicacies on March 27. We have been keeping our followers and artists safe all season without losing contact. The […]

Will Kimbrough – Live Stream – PRESENTED BY SHC Music Tribe

Virtual Event

Will Kimbrough - Live Stream - PRESENTED BY SHC Music Tribe Reserve: omuseum.org/Kimbrough Tickets: FREE (donations appreciated) Where: O Museum in The Mansion, 2020 O Street NW When: 3/28/21 Concert Starts: 6:00pm […]

Will Kimbrough Benefit for O Museum

Virtual Event

Will Kimbrough is an award winning instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer. His credits include a Americana Music Association Instrumentalist of the Year Award, 12 songs on four recent Jimmy Buffett albums, […]

Spotlight on the American Scene: Trailblazing Women Who Have Shaped the Entertainment Industry

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

March 31; 2 p.m. Free with registration: http://bit.ly/NMAH331 The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History celebrates Women’s History Month and its forthcoming exhibition Entertainment Nation by convening a conversation with trailblazing women who have […]

(At Home) In and Around America: Artist Talk With Catherine Opie

Virtual Event

Wednesday, March 31; 7 p.m. ET Free, registration required for Zoom. Live stream also available on YouTube and Facebook Live. On the heels of America’s most recent transfer of presidential power, Catherine Opie will join Hirshhorn […]

Acrylic Painting Basics – Online Class with VisArts

Virtual Event

In this class, students will: •Learn about the paints, brushes, different painting surfaces, and acrylic mediums •Develop an underpainting made entirely of neutral grays in order to create a full […]