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Crushing Colonialism is organizing our first-ever Decolonized Beatz: Indigenous World Pride event in Piscataway Land (so-called Washington, D.C.) on May 30 and June 1 at The REACH, at Kennedy Center […]
Washington, D.C.– Decolonized Beatz Indigenous World Pride 2025 (DBIWP) is set to be a groundbreaking global event celebrating the creativity, resilience, and self-determination of 2SLGBTQIA+ Indigenous artists, performers, and storytellers. […]
Decolonized Beatz Indigenous World Pride 2025 (DBIWP) is set to be a groundbreaking global event celebrating the creativity, resilience, and self-determination of 2SLGBTQIA+ Indigenous artists, performers, and storytellers. Taking place […]
Washington Men's Camerata weaves a tapestry of emotions in a concert encompassing the elements. Experience the blossoming melodies of spring and warm harmonies of summer to the reflective tones of […]
Glen Echo Park is proud to collaborate with the office of Montgomery County Council President Evan Glass to present the 5th annual Pride Family Day! Be our guest at the […]
Now in its third year, We Have Always Been Here is a five-part film and video series documenting queer freedom and unity, storytelling, and histories through the moving image. Schedule: […]
Explore Your Future in Healthcare! Join us at Walter E Washington Convention Center for an Open House with Ross Education. Discover our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our expert faculty, and learn […]
Ready to stretch your facilitation skills in a fun, supportive environment? Practice Playground is where facilitators and collaborative leaders—whether seasoned professionals or enthusiastic newcomers—gather to experiment, grow, and push the […]
Join us as we turn up the spirits for the 4th Annual Rum & Rosé charitable fundraiser event on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 5:30pm, on the beautiful grounds of […]
Thursdays: June 5, 12, 19, 26 - From 6 pm to 8 pm Description: This immersive journey invites participants to break from traditional boundaries and dive into the world of […]
Get ready, Virginia — LIV Golf is bringing next-level energy to the Commonwealth this June with an unforgettable weekend of world-class golf competition, incredible entertainment, and immersive fan experiences, making […]
Join us Friday, June 6 for Art Walk in the Park at Glen Echo Park! Every First Friday, May - August from 6pm - 8pm, the Glen Echo Park Partnership […]
The Kreeger Museum and Hamiltonian Artists are pleased to present WATER IN THE GAS, an exhibition featuring the work of 2022-2024 Hamiltonian alumni Misha Ilin, Madyha J. Leghari, Edgar Reyes, […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture presents a FREE showcase of music, dance, and storytelling from around the world. This event features performances by artists sharing traditions […]
Join members of the Airmen of Note for an exciting afternoon of jazz music as the Chamber Players Series returns to the Sherwood Regional Library. The U.S. Air Force Band's […]
June 8, 15, 22, 29 - 4 Weeks Sundays, 4 P.M. - 6 P.M . Unlock your inner world with the healing power of creativity. Participants will explore printmaking by […]
The DC Chamber Musicians' Season Finale. Enjoy the jazzy, soulful music of Paul Schoenfield, coupled with beautiful contemporary works by Dring and Ewazen. The concert concludes with a classic by […]
In this two-hour workshop, explore the seven chakras through guided meditation, color theory, and intuitive artmaking, using chakra colors as a foundation for creative expression. Participants will receive an introduction […]
In this two-hour workshop, explore the seven chakras through guided meditation, color theory, and intuitive artmaking, using chakra colors as a foundation for creative expression. Participants will receive an introduction […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Nosferatu Versus Dracula,” on the rivalry between two versions of a vampire and its lasting impact on how we think of their kind, with Stanley […]
An evening of live opera, refined hospitality, and artistic ambiance in the historic garden of the Arts Club of Washington. Step into an evening of artful indulgence beneath the summer […]
Step into the world of rock 'n roll history this weekend at O Museum in the Mansion, where May Pang will showcase an exclusive collection of photographs from her time […]
Step into the world of rock 'n roll history this weekend at O Museum in the Mansion, where May Pang will showcase an exclusive collection of photographs from her time […]
Join us for the official launch of IA Smart Light on Kickstarter—a revolutionary fusion of lighting, art, and technology. After 10 years of design and development, IA is here to […]
The Quentin Walston Trio is an exciting piano, bass, and drums jazz group. Their foot-tapping, energetic sets blend original music and favorite jazz standards. Quentin Walston is a pianist, composer, […]
Join us for a guided tour of the 2025 Arts in Foggy Bottom Outdoor Sculpture Biennial – Homeland | Hostland. July Tour Leads: Carter Wynne – artist, curator, and civic […]
The Georgetown Library Friends will host their next giant used book sale July 12 and 13 on the lower level of the library, 3260 R St. NW. Come peruse 3,000-plus […]
From salsa to strings, and blues to swing, Live! Concert Series on the Plaza features hot entertainment for the downtown DC community. From July 15 through September 27, noon - […]
Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you wish to use. […]
DC-born performer and French-trained clown Daniel Maseda brings his debut solo show “BE GOOD!” WITH PAULETTE to the inaugural District Fringe for a two-show engagement, running July 19th (8:45pm) and […]
It is Night in America was filmed at Brasilia Zoo, habitat to hundreds of rescued species fleeing agribusiness, urbanization and the pollution of the Brazilian cerrado. As a nocturnal feast […]
Rembrandt van Rijn’s The Mill is the inspiration for this interactive conversation. Join us for a one-hour virtual session and share your observations, interpretations, questions, and ideas about this work […]
Join us for a curator-led tour of WATER IN THE GAS, which places artists living and working in what is widely considered to be an unprecedented moment in US history […]
Since 1981, the mission of this festival has been to promote innovation in the art of the moving image with films that honor Edison’s vision. The selected international short films […]
Tuesday, Aug. 5 Angelika Pop-Up at Union Market (550 Penn St. NE, Washington, DC 20002) This free public screening will showcase four final film projects created by students who participated […]
Origami (paper-folding) is the Japanese traditional art still practiced in Japan commonly. Explore using Origami for your artwork! Naoko Kamioka, originally from Japan and an Origami Instructor shows an example. […]
The March, also known as The March to Washington, is a documentary by James Blue that captures the preparations and events of that historic day in 1963 when Dr. Martin […]
Join us for a lecture series about the bold transformation of modern art at the turn of the 20th century. Upending the traditional idea of art as a “mirror of […]
Come join us for an afternoon of art-making that merges writing and art! After introductions, we'll read a few haiku poems and write one or two of our own, then […]
Around the globe, textiles have long played a role in celebrations, performances and religious observances. On the occasion of The Textile Museum’s centennial, Enduring Traditions explores the cultural significance of […]
Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city that boasted thriving trades in many goods, including slaves. At one point African Americans counted […]
This program of short films is a compendium of work made over a span of one hundred years by international artists and scientists, as well as pioneers and practitioners of […]
Two-step the night away with Arty Hill & the Long Gone Daddys Friday, August 15 in Glen Echo Park’s wonderful open-air covered Bumper Car Pavilion! From Baltimore, Md to Central […]
From New England to the Grand Canyon, travel through American landscapes alongside the artists who mapped and painted them. Join senior lecturer David Gariff for an exploration of works of […]
The 2025 Labor Day Art Show—the 54th anniversary of this event—will take place in the historic Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park this year as it has for over half […]
Young artists ages 3-5 and an adult companion are invited to spark their imagination as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. This program will include […]
Artists traditionally spend a lot of time drawing the nude human form because it’s the fastest way to develop an understanding of human anatomy. Problematically, a lot more goes into […]
Experienced Art lawyer Richard Louis will explain what every Artist should know about the law and outline ways to start a business in Washington D.C. Richard will go over the […]
Pack a picnic blanket and snacks for activities in the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden! Educators from the National Museum of Natural History and National Gallery of Art will […]
Join us for a special centennial edition of our annual Celebration of Textiles community festival! This year, we’re highlighting the enduring textile traditions of cultures around the world, with special […]
The Irene & Richard Frary Gallery's second exhibition, "Strong, Bright, Useful & True: Recent Acquisitions and Contemporary Art from Baltimore," celebrates Johns Hopkins University's devotion to the Baltimore art community […]
Ancient Beacons Long for Notice is the third film in Dario Robleto’s trilogy engaging the history and legacy of the Golden Record. Attached to the deep space probe Voyager upon […]
The seasons are changing, and National Gallery Nights is back! Lace up your sneakers, zip up your backpack, sharpen your pencils, and tap into your inner child on their first […]
Art All Night is a collaboration between the DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD), the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities Department (DCCAH), DC Public Library […]
Experience Foggy Bottom in a whole new light (and sound!) Kick off your Art All Night DC adventure with an artful happy hour at MATERA Restaurant (inside The River Inn) […]
What happens when forgiveness collides with deeply buried grief? Acclaimed playwright Chelsea Marcantel offers a moving, thought-provoking exploration of reconciliation, faith, and family. After a tragic accident, a young woman […]
The alleyways of DC served a distinct purpose as a city planning feature, but they also provided a hidden safe space where escaped enslaved people and the economically disadvantaged could […]
Join us for a transformative two-hour creative experience where art meets mindfulness through the practice of neurographic art. Using vibrant acrylic paint markers, participants will be guided to create abstract, […]
Join us for a transformative two-hour creative experience where art meets mindfulness through the practice of neurographic art. Using vibrant acrylic paint markers, participants will be guided to create abstract, […]
The Last Battlefront, a one-hour non-partisan documentary film, looks at the history of Washington, D.C. to understand the District's struggles to restore citizens' basic rights of self-government. Washington, D.C. is […]
Join us for an evening with author James Grant at Coolidge House on Wednesday, September 17 at 6:00 PM. Kindly RSVP by September 12 to Colleen Stamos at cstamos@coolidgefoundation.org.
For the first time the Robert H. Smith Center for the Constitution at Montpelier is offering a seminar to the public. Three days with Constitutional Scholar Dr. Lynn Uzzell, exclusive […]
Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a one hour all-levels yoga practice in our serene outdoor Sculpture Garden. Please bring your own yoga mat, water, and any other yoga props you […]
3,000+ high-quality used books for sale! Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 - 11 am: Early admission for Georgetown Library Friends members Memberships available at the door. Saturday 11 am - 3 […]
Children’s Book and Learning Festival Brings Stories and Activities to Downtown DC September 20 WASHINGTON (Sept XX, 2025) — The Children’s Book and Learning Festival will return on Saturday, Sept. […]
To celebrate opening weekend of Photography and the Black Arts Movement: 1955-1985, join us for a conversation between exhibition artist Carla Williams and exhibition co-curator Deborah Willis, university professor and […]
This signature C&O Canal Trust event, held under the stars beside the canal, is the largest annual fundraising event in support of the C&O Canal National Historical Park. Guests will […]
On Sunday, September 21, 2025 (from 11 am until 2 pm), Foggy Bottom West End Main Street and Litbox are teaming up to host the first-ever Foggy Bottom Book Crawl: […]
Celebrate the opening of Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985 with this overview by exhibition curators Philip Brookman, the National Gallery’s consulting curator of photographs, and Deborah Willis, university […]
This selection of short videos includes four titles by Ulysses Jenkins, whose video Two Zone Transfer is installed in the exhibition Photography and the Black Arts Movement: 1955-1985. Jenkins’s video […]
THE ART OF THE HIGH HOLIDAYS brings Rosh Hashanah (Head of the Year) and Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) to life through 1,500 years of Jewish art. The presentation offers a chronological and topical overview of visual art objects and their symbolism related to these two holidays. Enjoy the powerful art included in the slideshow […]
In this talk, Evelyn Lincoln, 2025–2026 Kress-Beinecke Professor at the National Gallery’s Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, will guide us through the remarkable world of Leonardo and Girolama Parasole. These skilled woodblock carvers created intricate prints that animated everything from botanical manuals to religious texts.
Welcome to the 2025 Immigration Film Fest! The Immigration Film Fest is hosted by KAMA DC, a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to providing a platform for immigrants and refugees in the DMV to share their skills and stories. Now in the festival's 12th year, we are bringing you a hybrid film festival with virtual screenings for 32 films […]
Music is a force of freedom, resistance, refuge and change. Yet in the digital age, where access feels limitless, artists remain bound by an industry that profits from steaming their work without fairly compensating them. "Free Music: The Illusion of Liberation" challenges the myth of creative freedom within a system built on extraction, and pushes […]
In these turbulent times, it is crucial that we develop peaceful minds to enable the emergence of a more harmonious world. The format of this class was designed by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche so that people have a special method to create the causes for world peace. Classes include a short teaching and advice […]
Music is a force of freedom, resistance, refuge and change. Yet in the digital age, where access feels limitless, artists remain bound by an industry that profits from steaming their […]
On September 29 at 1 pm, Georgetown Village is hosting a Mah Jong open house. If you have been wanting to learn how to play, and are interested in joining or volunteering for Georgetown Village, please join us! To RSVP call 202-999-8988 or email Lynn@georgetown-village.org
Lottery opens Monday, September 29, at 10:00 a.m. and closes Thursday, October 2, at noon. A limited number of walk-up tickets are available. Fashion. Photography. Self-expression. You can find all three in this after-hours program celebrating our newest exhibition, Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985. Wear your favorite outfit inspired by fashion from the […]
Grand Kickoff: Spicez at the Georgetown Pantry! We’re thrilled to announce that Spicez is now at the Georgetown Pantry every Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM – 3 PM! Step into a world of bold flavors, aromatic spices, and cozy chai—all in the heart of Georgetown. To celebrate this exciting new chapter, join us for […]
Two days of interactive programming explore the mastery of natural dyeing traditions in Türkiye. Through workshop and show-and-tell sessions, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of natural dyes, including historical, cultural and technical aspects. The program will focus on the classical Anatolian color palette derived from madder root, a traditional dyestuff cherished by handwoven carpet […]
María Berrío’s A Sunburst Restrained is the inspiration for this interactive conversation. Join us for a one-hour virtual session and share your observations, interpretations, questions, and ideas about this work of art. These conversations will encourage you to engage deeply with art, with others, and with the world around you as you hone skills in […]
Take an “awe walk” through a panoramic landscape. Practice slowing down and activating your senses to the present moment. Explore transcendentalist philosophy and its relationship to awe. During this 90-minute […]
In honor of the exhibition Photography and the Black Arts Movement: 1955-1985, literary activist E. Ethelbert Miller presents on Amiri Baraka’s Black Magic Poetry 1961-1967 and the influence of the Black Arts Movement on his own life and work. About the presenter E. Ethelbert Miller is a Washington, DC-based literary activist and author of two […]
Work with Trap Bob, who utilizes digital illustration and animation to share stories and bridge the gap between her message and her audience. You’ll explore both mediums and walk away with inspiration and a piece that’s all your own. Location: Education Studio (Concourse Level), near the Cascade Café Everything is provided—just bring yourself. Snacks are included. For […]
Thursdays, October 9 to November 20. 2025 - 6 to 8 pm This course is designed to help participants get comfortable with drawing, painting and mixed media. Through a series […]
This isn’t fiction. These are true stories from moments when something just felt... off. Someone sees something they can’t explain. A normal night shifts. Suddenly, nothing feels real. That’s what this show is about — real people sharing stories that don’t quite fit the script. Some are funny. Some are eerie. All of them are […]
Quilt Show and Artisan Boutique Friday, October 10, 2025 – 9 am to 6 pm and Saturday, October 11, 2025 – 9 am to 4 pm NeedleChasers of Chevy Chase returns to the Kensington Town Hall/Armory for its 24th quilt and fabric arts display “Sew Much Whimsy.” Join us to admire the amazing selection of […]
Join the DC Chamber Musicians as we launch our 2025-26 season with a collection of beautiful modern and contemporary works. The program lasts 90 minutes, with one 10 minute intermission On the program: Eric Ewazen Roaring Fork Quintet for Wind Instruments Darius Milhaud Suite for Violin, Clarinet and Piano Alan Hovhaness Lake Samish Sergei Prokofiev Flute Sonata in D major The historic Lyceum is located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Small lot with limited parking available. Metered street parking generally available. King St. Metro station is about 12 blocks away.
As autumn begins and the air turns crisp, let's gather to honor this season of transition through the art of scroll-making. Using journaling and collage, you’ll create a personal scroll to capture what you’re releasing, what you’re harvesting, and what you’re inviting in for the months ahead. No art experience needed—just curiosity and openness to […]
Hear legendary French harpsichordist Pierre Hantaï perform the sumptuous, stately, and oh! so compelling music of G.F. Handel in the elegant, intimate Ballroom of the Embassy of France's La Maison Française. THIS IS A 'FESTIVAL CAPRICCIO 2025' HARPSICHORD CONCERT Visit www.CapriccioBaroque.org for more details on this & other Festival concerts. Also, check out our Season […]
Grammy-nominated artist and bestselling author Jessie Reyez will be in DC on Wednesday, October 15 for a one-night-only book talk at Lincoln Theatre celebrating her latest poetry collection, The People's Purge: Words of a Goat Princess Vol II. Known for her raw vocal style, unfiltered lyricism, and electrifying stage presence, Reyez has built a global […]
Join us for a virtual panel exploring the concept of accessibility in urban infrastructure and design. Panelists will discuss urban accessibility as a critical component of city life that impacts overall mobility and public transport. Focusing on case studies from the United States, Nigeria, and Madagascar, the presentations will address DIY urbanism; design education; the […]
"Disarming Girls" tells the extraordinary true story of Hannie Schaft, Truus Oversteegen, and Freddie Oversteegen—three young women who became unexpected heroes of the Dutch resistance in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands. As they navigate the harsh realities of 1941, their conviction and cunning challenge traditional roles and redefine what it means to fight for justice. With a […]
Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. and Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 10:00 A.M.– 2:00 P.M. Explore dry point technique to create your monoprint artwork. In […]
Before it was a part of Washington, DC, Georgetown was an independent, bustling port city that boasted thriving trades in many goods, including slaves. At one point African Americans counted […]
The Washington Folk Festival returns this year after a one-year hiatus on October 19, 12noon to 9:00pm. Now a one-day event, expect a jam-packed roster full of dancing, storytelling, and music ranging from American to International styles: bluegrass to Celtic, Klezmer to Americana, blues to Zydeco, we cover folk music from around the world! Five […]
An ill-fated artist, an Ambassador's wife, a spy codebreaker, and the most powerful woman in journalism...What do they all have in common? They were part of an exclusive club of power-players in Cold War DC. Georgetown was the neighborhood where the most influential wheeled and dealed, where the Kennedy’s held court, and where spies were […]
From the creators of the sold out District & Edinburgh Fringe show, Out of My Wheelhouse, comes an answer to the uncertain and ridiculous times we live in. An absurd night of tomfoolery, hosted by a cupboard, and her Emcee, Nora Dell. Featuring performances from theatrical clowns, drag artists, alt comics, and everything in between […]
From October 24-27, visitors of all experience levels are invited to the property’s first-ever Mahjong Weekend with guest instructor Dana Lange, who brings her engaging teaching style to players of all levels. This weekend includes nine hours of instruction over three days, along with plenty of time to enjoy the fall at the Tides Inn. […]
