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Deep River: Music of the African American Diaspora

Asbury United Methodist Church 926 11th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

While most choirs perform repertoire from the rich African American traditions of spirituals and gospel music, there are countless unheralded composers and poets whose classical works are often neglected. This engaging choral program led by Frank Albinder will feature music by Rollo Dilworth, H. T. Burleigh, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Rosephanye Dunn Powell, and many more! Saturday, […]

$4 – $60

Haydn’s Mass for Troubled Times

Kennedy Center Concert Hall

THE PROGRAM: Dominick DiOrio: Solaris Adolphus Hailstork: I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes Joseph Haydn: Missa in Angustiis (Mass for Troubled Times) “Lord Nelson Mass” FEATURED ARTISTS: Dr. André J. Thomas, […]

Profs & Pints DC: Understanding D.C.’s War Memorials

metrobar dc 640 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Understanding D.C.’s War Memorials,” a guide to the backstories and deeper meanings of iconic sites on the National Mall, with Christopher Hamner, associate professor of […]

$13.50 – $17

Profs & Pints DC: The Six Wives of Henry VIII

Little Penn Coffeehouse 801 E Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Six Wives of Henry VIII,” with Amy Leonard, associate professor of history at Georgetown University and scholar of women during the early modern period. […]

$13.50 – $17

Seussical: The Musical

The Keegan Theatre 1742 Church Street, NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

A fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza for all ages, SEUSSICAL: THE MUSICAL lovingly brings to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the […]

$55 – $65

NOI+F Family Concert: Peter and the Wolf

The Clarice 8270 Alumni Drive, College Park, MD, United States

Prokofiev's beloved symphonic fairy tale returns to NOI+F! The young Peter goes out into the forest–against his grandfather's advice. Join Peter as he makes friends with whimsical forest creatures and […]

Free

Imagining the future. Leonardo da Vinci: in the mind of an Italian genius

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St NW, Washington, DC, United States

12 Leonardo da Vinci drawings never seen in the US are coming to the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library in Washington, DC. Confindustria – the largest business association representing […]

Free

In-Person Take 5: Jazz at SAAM with Sarah Elizabeth Charles

Kogod Courtyard, Smithsonian American Art Museum G Street NW &, 8th St. NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

Celebrate a uniquely American art form with Take 5: Jazz at SAAM, a series of free, live performances in SAAM’s airy Kogod Courtyard. This month features Sarah Elizabeth Charles, a […]

Free

History of Black Georgetown Walking Tour

DC, United States

Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]

$15 – $25

History of Black Georgetown Walking Tour

Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]

$15 – $25

History of Black Georgetown

Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]

$15 – $25

Profs & Pints DC: Torture in the Middle Ages

metrobar dc 640 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Torture in the Middle Ages,” with Larissa “Kat” Tracy, professor of medieval literature at Longwood University and author or editor of ten books on medieval […]

$13.50 – $17

2023 Smithsonian Folklife Festival

The National Mall Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

In 2023, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival celebrates diverse American cultures through two programs: Creative Encounters: Living Religions in the U.S. and The Ozarks: Faces and Facets of a Region. As […]

Free

National Small Works Competition & Exhibition

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

It is with great pleasure that we announce the 23rd year of the National Small Works Show: the first since 2019, due to covid cancellations. This year’s exhibit honors Peggy […]

Free

District of Punk Walking Tour

Gallery Place Metro F Street Exit 616 F Street NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

In the 1980s, the Reagan Administration was reinstating the Selective Service, hippies were turning in yuppies, and the punk scene rose as a reaction to what they saw as a […]

$15 – $25

Tour the Historic City Tavern

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you […]

Free

In-Person Converse with a Conservator: Musical Thinking

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

Join SAAM's time-based media conservator Dan Finn for a conservation-focused tour through the exhibition Musical Thinking: New Video Art and Sonic Strategies. Participants will learn about the intricacies of the […]

Free

Art In The Garden

Tudor Place

Join us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends with your own unique creation.

$45.00 – $55.00

Virtual Beyond the Studio with Marcella Kriebel

Virtual Event

Register now for this engaging Zoom workshop with artist Marcella Kriebel and learn the basics of watercolor and illustration techniques before trying your hand at creating your own masterpiece. Known […]

$15

Profs & Pints DC: A World Heritage of Tattooing

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “A World Heritage of Tattooing,” with Lars Krutak, anthropologist, research associate at the Museum of International Folk Art, author or editor of several books on […]

$13.50 – $17

Wolf Trap Opera at Holy Trinity—Free Lunchtime Concert

Holy Trinity Catholic Church 36th & O Streets

FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT - JULY 12, 12:30PM  “A LITTLE LUNCH MUSIC” Holy Trinity in Georgetown hosts a free concert featuring the Wolf Trap Opera Studio. Come hear these emerging world-class artists […]

Salon Nights: I Dissent Collar Making

Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Multi-disciplinary artist Roxana Alger Geffen leads a creative evening of craftivism, conversation, and civic engagement.

$25 – $30

The Capital Fringe Festival

16th Annual Capital Fringe Festival Always Unexpectedly Fringe July 12-23 


 Ten Days of Performances  43 Productions; 194 Individual Shows 


 Festival Preview: June 23, 7-11pm 


 WASHINGTON – The […]

$2.51 – $15

Story Time at CJM

Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Playing is learning! Join us the second Thursday of each month for Story Time at CJM, presented in partnership with PJ Library. Children and their caregivers are invited to join […]

Free

Virtual America InSight: Verbal Description Tours

Virtual Event

Join the Smithsonian American Art Museum for a docent-led virtual tour designed for participants who are blind or have low vision. Discover highlights from the collection through rich verbal descriptions […]

Free

In-Person Screening: Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV

Smithsonian American Art Musuem McEvoy Auditorium

Join SAAM’s celebration of artist Nam June Paik’s birthday with a screening of the 2023 documentary, Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV (107 min) that debuted at the […]

Free

“Spanish is the Language of My Family” Book Festival

National Postal Museum 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE, Washington, DC, United States

Venue: Postal Museum Event Location: Historic Lobby and A trium Cost: Free Get Tickets/Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/ e/spanish-is-the-language-of-my-family-book-festival-tickets-63030915063 7 Accessibility: ASL-interpreted program Link: https://postalmuseu m.si.edu/guest-artist-program Come by the National Postal Museum for […]

Free

Shooting In Manual Mode with Angela

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

Shooting in manual mode is one of the most important skills a photographer can have. Join this class to learn how to get off of automatic mode and take full […]

$95

Bastille Day on the Côte d’Azur

La Maison Française - Embassy of France 4101 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC, United States

Bringing you the sun and flavors of Provence for a grand night of culinary celebration! On Saturday, July 15th, come to the French embassy and experience the stunningly beautiful Provence-Côte […]

Live Virtual Tour of The Sassoons exhibit at the Jewish Museum in NYC

Zoom 1 Westmoreland Circle Northwest, Bethesda, MD, United States

The Sassoons reveals the fascinating story of a remarkable Jewish family, following four generations from Iraq to India, China, and England through a rich selection of works collected by family […]

$5

The Harlem Renaissance in DC Walking Tour

Howard Theater 620 T St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

Off the Mall Tours takes you on a winding journey through an era in which the U Street neighborhood of Washington, DC was giving rise to a vibrant jazz scene […]

$15 – $25

The Holy O at Capital Fringe

Capital Fringe- RIND Theatre 1025 Thomas Jefferson Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Holy O is a solo comedy performance where the audience becomes part of the play directly from their seats. Main character Vera contemplates becoming a nun, but has never […]

$15

Profs & Pints DC: Unbuilt Washington—The City That Never Was

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Unbuilt Washington—The City That Never Was,” with Martin Moeller, adjunct lecturer at the University of Miami, editor of ArchitectureDC magazine, and author of the fourth, […]

$13.50 – $17

In-Person Take 5: Jazz at SAAM with Keith Butler, Jr.

Kogod Courtyard, Smithsonian American Art Museum G Street NW &, 8th St. NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

Celebrate a uniquely American art form with Take 5: Jazz at SAAM, a series of free, live performances in SAAM’s airy Kogod Courtyard. This month features musician Keith Butler, Jr., […]

Free

Classical Guitar lessons with Roberto Alcaraz

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

From complete beginner to advanced level, you will learn to play classical guitar and read music. These individual lessons will be tailored to your individual needs. You will learn the […]

$65

In-Person SAAM Arcade

Kogod Courtyard, Smithsonian American Art Museum G Street NW &, 8th St. NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

Turn the volume up for our annual exploration of video games and art, SAAM Arcade 2023! This annual celebration of creativity and innovation in games explores many of the same themes […]

Free

Street Photography with a Gallery Photographer Angela

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

Join Angela Maloney, one of the Washington Printmakers Gallery photographers, for a photowalk in Georgetown. Over the two hours of this session, she will point out favorite sights in the […]

$50

Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery

DCJCC - Theater J 1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

“Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery” is a comedy in which audience members help solve a murder! At the start, the show’s host invites attendees to contribute items they […]

$15

The Holy O at Capital Fringe

Capital Fringe- RIND Theatre 1025 Thomas Jefferson Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Holy O is a solo comedy performance where the audience becomes part of the play directly from their seats. Main character Vera contemplates becoming a nun, but has never […]

$15

Chai and Dinner with Rani

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

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chai With Rani and Mumbai Street Food! Experience the pure bliss that comes with a perfectly brewed cup of chai. Join us as we […]

$25

The Holy O at Capital Fringe

Capital Fringe- RIND Theatre 1025 Thomas Jefferson Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Holy O is a solo comedy performance where the audience becomes part of the play directly from their seats. Main character Vera contemplates becoming a nun, but has never […]

$15

Art of Making Roti and Dinner with Rani

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

Discover the art of making Roti, a traditional round flatbread that has captured the hearts and palates of the Indian subcontinent and beyond! As a child, I eagerly watched my […]

$25

A Tale of Two Cemeteries

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

Historian and Historic Preservationist Paul K. Williams rather unexpectedly became the Superintendent of two very different yet active cemeteries in Washington, DC during the past twelve years: Capitol Hill's Congressional […]

Free

In-Person Art Bites Gallery Talk

G Street Lobby, Smithsonian American Art Museum

Join SAAM’s research fellows for this lunchtime series of gallery talks as they share new discoveries about artworks on view. Learn the stories behind these objects and how each one […]

Free

Kids World 2023

Franklin Park 1332 I St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Kids World is a fully immersive experience designed for young children, teenagers, and their families to enjoy in the heart of downtown D.C. Attendees can expect three days of fun-filled […]

Free

Art of Indian Spices and Dinner with Rani

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

Spicez is excited to share our intimate knowledge of these aromatic ground-up seasonings that tickle your taste buds, elevate your cuisine, and dazzle your guests...if you get it right! The […]

$25

Romeo & Juliet (with music) presented by Storytellers Theater Arts

Bowie Center for the Performing Arts 15200 Annapolis Rd, Bowie, MD, United States

Storytellers presents an exciting, fast-paced adaptation of Shakespeare's famous tragedy with music. Peformances Thursday, July 27, 2023 , 7:30pm-9:45pm Friday, July 28, 2023, 7:30pm-9:45pm Saturday, July 29, 2023, 2:00pm-4:15pm Saturday, […]

Watercolor Monotypes with Felicity

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

Learn how to create easy, colorful monotype prints using water soluble materials and a printing press! We will be using watercolor paint, water soluble crayons, and washable markers to create […]

$100

Profs & Pints DC: The History Behind Bridgerton

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The History Behind Bridgerton,” a look at British life at the time depicted in the hit Netflix series, with Amy Froide, professor of history at […]

$13.50 – $17

Use Your Words: Hand Lettering

Planet Word 925 13th St., NW, Washington, DC, United States

Ready to impress your loved ones with your next letter or note? Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, come join Samantha Testa from Right Place Studio to learn the […]

$75

A NIGHT OUT WITH THE CAMERATA: A SUMMER SING-ALONG FOR TENORS AND BASSES

St. John's Episcopal Church Georgetown 3240 O St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join Music Director Frank Albinder for an evening of singing or listening to your favorite songs for tenor and bass chorus, including Biebl’s Ave Maria, Spaseniye Sodelal, Brothers, Sing On!, […]

Free

Word Nouveau: Fanilect

Virtual Event

Join Planet Word for an intriguing exploration of fan culture and language as Cynthia Gordon, Professor of Linguistics at Georgetown University, unveils the concept of “fanilect.” Discover how fandoms create a unique common language – from Taylor Swift lyrics to Star Trek phrases to sports talk, and delve into the linguistic phenomenon where language and […]

Free

Experimental Mixed Media Workshop with Saira

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

Learn fundamental drawing and printmaking techniques in this 3 day mixed media workshop. This class will examine the work of influential painters and sculptors during the abstract expressionist movement in addition to methods of mark making as language. Students will learn various relief printmaking methods including gyotaku and frottage, two ancient techniques for capturing and […]

“This Land” All Member Group Exhibition

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

August 3–27, 2023 Opening Reception: Saturday, August 5, 2:00-5:00 pm This Land is Your Land, This Land is My Land. . . – diving into the words of Woodie Guthrie's iconic song – August is a golden month. Many have left home and are exploring our country, whether in National Parks, at the seashore, or […]

Free

Watercolor Painting with Jarrett Arnold

1675 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, DC 1675 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

(Working from the Masters) - Level 1 - for 14 to 17 year old Weekly Class - 12 Weeks Tuesdays, September 5 to November 28, 2023 6:30 - 8:30 pm On the first day of class, students are expected to bring their materials and an example of their artwork to share. In this class students […]

Profs & Pints DC: Tolkien’s Untold Tales

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Tolkien’s Untold Tales,” a look at hidden stories underlying The Lord of the Rings, with Peter Grybauskas, senior lecturer in English at the University of Maryland, teacher of courses on J.R.R. Tolkien, and author of A Sense of Tales Untold: Exploring the Edges of Tolkien’s Literary Canvas. Today J.R.R. Tolkien […]

$13.50 – $17

In-Person Converse with a Conservator: James Hampton’s Throne

G Street Lobby, Smithsonian American Art Museum

Join SAAM's Lunder Conservation Fellow Katya Zinsli for an exploration of the ongoing conservation efforts surrounding one of SAAM's most iconic artworks: James Hampton's The Throne of the Third Heaven of the Nations’ Millennium General Assembly. Discover the meticulous processes involved in caring for such a large and complex artwork, as well as the challenges […]

Free

Planet Word JokeFest! An Open Mic Night Moderated by Pros

Planet Word 925 13th St., NW, Washington, DC, United States

Get ready for Planet Word’s First Annual JokeFest Open Mic Night! Enjoy an uproarious celebration of language, wit, and jokes with professional comedians, including our host Kasha Patel and a special guest joining virtually, Lily Sparks. And don’t miss your chance to give stand-up a try!

$15

Grace Episcopal Church 28th Annual Bach Festival

Grace Episcopal Church 1041 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Grace Episcopal Church, Georgetown, is proud to announce its 28th Annual Bach Festival in August 2023. Grace Episcopal Church is located at 1041 Wisconsin, NW, in Georgetown, Washington, DC. The 28th Bach Festival will offer three outstanding concerts on August 11th at 7:30pm, August 13th at 1:30pm, and August 18th at 7:30pm. All concerts will […]

Art in the Garden

Tudor Place

Join us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends with your own unique creation.

$45.00 – $55.00

Profs & Pints DC: When the NBA Became Black

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “When the NBA Became Black,” with Theresa Runstedtler, associate professor in the departments of history and of critical race, gender, and culture studies at American University and author of Black Ball: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Spencer Haywood, and the Generation that Saved the Soul of the NBA. Nowadays the National Basketball Association […]

$13.50 – $17

In-Person Take 5: Jazz at SAAM with Ebban and Ephraim Dorsey

Kogod Courtyard, Smithsonian American Art Museum G Street NW &, 8th St. NW, Washington DC, DC, United States

Celebrate a uniquely American art form with Take 5: Jazz at SAAM, a series of free, live performances in SAAM’s airy Kogod Courtyard. This month features siblings Ebban and Ephraim Dorsey from Baltimore, who have been playing music since they were 10 and 11, respectively. Both Ebban and Ephraim are composers and bandleaders; Ebban is […]

Free

The Art of Indian Spices with Rani – Dinner Served

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

Spicez is excited to share our intimate knowledge of these aromatic ground-up seasonings that tickle your taste buds, elevate your cuisine, and dazzle your guests...if you get it right! The combinations and complexities of using spices are endless, and we are here to spice up your life! (Or at least your dish.) Let's get together […]

March on Washington Walking Tour

The National Mall Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Walk the route taken by the 250,000 demonstrators who arrived in Washington, D.C. from across the country to attend the August 28, 1963, "March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom," the largest demonstration for human rights in U.S. history.

$50

Dolley Day

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Join us as we celebrate the anniversary of Dolley Madison’s flight from the White House to Dumbarton House in 1814. During the War of 1812, the British burned the White House and Capitol buildings. After directing enslaved individuals to save precious documents and paintings from the White House, Dolley fled the fire and the British. […]

Sweat

The Keegan Theatre 1742 Church Street, NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

Filled with warm humor and tremendous heart, Lynn Nottage’s SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each […]

$45 – $55

Salsa and Bachata Classes by Dr. Stephen Jackson

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

Come and experience how fun and easy it is to learn Latin dances like Salsa and Bachata. Meet your friendly and highly skilled instructor, Dr. Stephen Jackson. Try out one of our classes while you meet new friends and fellow dancers who care about learning dance just as much as you. We are a safe, […]

Capital City Symphony Presents: Take me to The River

Atlas Performing Arts Center 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC, United States

Our season closer kicks off with award-winning, young French-Canadian American cellist, Romain-Olivier Gray’s performance of Schumann’s Cello Concerto in A minor. We’ll then embark on a musical voyage through iconic rivers with Smetana’s The Moldau and Florence Price’s The Mississippi River. Smetana’s symphonic poem immerses us in the heart of Bohemia as it depicts the […]

$16 – $35

In-Person Art Bites Gallery Talk

G Street Lobby, Smithsonian American Art Museum

Join SAAM’s research fellows for this lunchtime series of gallery talks as they share new discoveries about artworks on view. Learn the stories behind these objects and how each one tells us about America’s ever-changing culture. Claire Ittner, the Will Barnet Foundation Predoctoral Fellow, provides new insights into William E. Artis’s Untitled (Idealized Head of a […]

Free

ZMAG’s Beginner’s Drawing With Dominique Hughes Weekly Class – 17 Weeks – Adults

Washington Print Makers Gallery 1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

With practice, anyone can improve their drawing abilities. Students will gain knowledge of line, value, tone, negative space, and perspective in this course, and you’ll leave with the assurance to start drawing every day. Each class students will be guided step-by-step through each assignment. Classes will combine drawing theory, real-world examples, worksheets, and drawing practice. […]

Profs & Pints DC: Making Sense of the 1990s

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Making Sense of the 1990s,” a scholarly trip back to a perplexing decade, with W. Joseph Campbell, professor of communication at American University, teacher of a course titled “The American 1990s,” and author of 1995: The Year the Future Began. Time to crank up some Nirvana, throw on a pair […]

$13.50 – $17

Profs & Pints DC: AI’s Promise and Perils

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “AI’s Promise and Pitfalls,” a forward-looking discussion of how artificial intelligence can be directed to do good rather than harm, with Mary “Missy” Cummings, professor […]

$13.50 – $17

Labor Day Weekend at Glen Echo Park

7300 MacArthur Blvd / Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur Blvd / Glen Echo, MD 20812, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Labor Day Weekend at Glen Echo Park provides an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the arts! The 52nd Annual Labor Day Art Show, running September 2-4 and held in the Spanish Ballroom, features the work of more than 200 artists from the mid-Atlantic region in varying artistic media, including sculpture, painting, drawing, ceramics, glass, […]

Final Weekend to Experience Frank Stewart’s Collection for Free at the Phillips Collection c/o Bank of America.

The Phillips Collection

Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to two of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday, September 2nd & 3rd, 2023. This weekend will be cardholders’ last chance to experience Frank Stewart’s Nexus, An American Photographer’s Journey, 1960s to the […]

Free

Wives Who Won the Cold War Walking Tour

Thomas Sweet Shop 3214 P Street NW, Washington, DC

An ill-fated artist, an Ambassador's wife, a Baroness, and the most powerful woman in journalism.....What do they all have in common? They were part of the most exclusive club of power-players in Cold War DC. These amazing women made their mark in a man's world using every tool at their disposal. Tour runs approximately 2 […]

$15 – $25

Chamber Music with The United States Navy Band

Church of the Epiphany 1317 G St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join your United States Navy Band for an afternoon of chamber music at the Church of the Epiphany! As one of their most unique concerts, the Chamber Music Recital Series features Navy musicians in solo and small group performances. From an exciting set of operatic variations for clarinet to the enchanting Concerto for Vibraphone, the […]

Free

Portrait Drawing with Jarrett Arnold

1675 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, DC 1675 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

On the first day of class, students are expected to bring their materials and an example of their artwork to share. In this class students will draw people from life and photographs, we will focus on learning how to draw people and how to draw them realistically. We will discuss and learn to avoid the […]

Watercolor Paint Making with Earth Pigments with Lianna Zaragoza

1675 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, DC 1675 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Weekly Class - 15 weeks - Adults Wednesdays, September 6 to December 13, 2023 6 to 8 pm Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Maximum 8 participants Ages: 18+ 15 weeks - $600 - Materiel not included To access the syllabus, schedule, and material, please click here To register, please click here Please email us for […]

Watercolor Paint Making with Earth Pigments with Lianna – Weekly 15 weeks

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

Weekly Class - 15 weeks Wednesdays, September 6 to December 13, 2023 6 to 8 pm Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Maximum 8 participants Ages: 18+ 15 weeks - $600 - Materiel not included - Please see list at the end Please email us for installment payment Learn to process earth pigments for watercolor paint […]

$600

Alas, Confederates

Georgetown Neighborhood Library 3260 R St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Free preview of a Theatre production

Free

The History and Architecture of Georgetown and Washington DC

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

Georgetown was founded in 1751, predating the establishment of the federal district by 40 years, and remained a separate municipality until 1871. Many of the country’s founding fathers met in Georgetown to negotiate the acquisition of land, review plans, and inspect buildings under construction for the new nation’s capital. The history and architecture of Georgetown […]

Free Lecture. Subscription Dinner following

Virtual Artist Conversation with Erica Lord and Maggie Thompson, moderated by Lara Evans

Renwick Gallery

Join "Sharing Honors and Burdens: Renwick Invitational 2023" artists Erica Lord (Athabaskan/ Iñupiat) and Maggie Thompson (Fond du Lac Ojibwe) in conversation with guest curator, Lara Evans (Cherokee Nation). Thompson, a fiber artist and designer who derives inspiration from her Ojibwe heritage, explores family history and broader themes relating to her Native American experience in […]

Free

Celebration of Textiles: Quilting D.C.

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

Bring your family to celebrate D.C.’s quilting community at the museum during its 42nd-annual Celebration of Textiles. Make your own quilted square, tour our new exhibition of handmade quilts, and meet D.C.-area quilters who are keeping traditions alive or innovating what a quilt can be. Enjoy other textile demonstrations of weaving, spinning and more throughout […]

Free

Disrupt and Resist Opening Reception

Mason Exhibitions Arlington 3601 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 22201, Arlington VA, VA, United States

Join Mason Exhibitions for the opening reception of Disrupt and Resist: A love letter to the disability community on what showing up for each other can be. This group show features 7 artists exploring various ways to disrupt the notions of disability. To celebrate the opening, Arlington Weaves will be hosting a pop-up market. Arlington […]

Free

Twilight Tour of Arts in Foggy Bottom

842 New Hampshire Ave. NW 842 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, United States

On September 9th, Arts in Foggy Bottom invites you to join them under the stars for a special performance by an NSO member and composer Michael J. Evans to celebrate its 2023 exhibition, Sites for Centering and Reflection. Listen as they play music inspired by the program’s theme, and enjoy a special twilight tour of […]

Free

Historic Alleyways Walking Tour

Blagden Alley 909 M Street NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

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 find inexpensive housing and live their lives away from prying eyes. While city officials condemned life in the alleyways as dangerous, dirty and diseased, they […]

$15 – $25

Class Linoleum Block Printing with Jarrett Arnold

1675 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, DC 1675 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Expressing yourself in relief (Level 1) - Adults Weekly Class - 12 weeks Sundays, September 10 to November 26, 2023 10 am to 12pm On the first day of class, students are expected to bring their materials and an example of their artwork to share. In this class students will make drawings from great artist’s […]

Block Party

Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Fall in love with DC’s newest museum! Join the Capital Jewish Museum as we continue our grand opening celebrations with a neighborhood block party. We’ll kick off the High Holidays with live music, social justice workshops and holiday projects, merchandise from local artisans and makers, food trucks, and a beer & wine garden. Featuring local […]

Block Party

Fall in love with DC’s newest museum as we continue our grand opening celebrations with a neighborhood block party! We’ll kick off the High Holidays with live music, workshops and […]

Free

“Goodbye” — Challenges Faced by Eastern European Emigrants

Zoom 1 Westmoreland Circle Northwest, Bethesda, MD, United States

Zoom meeting, free for members of JGSGW. Nonmembers may register to attend for a fee of $5. Emily Garber will discuss what it was like to get ready to leave home and cross the sea. There were times when it was more difficult for many Jews to leave Eastern Europe than to enter the United […]

$5.

D.C. Mondays: Classical Washington

Zoom 1 Westmoreland Circle Northwest, Bethesda, MD, United States

Washington, D.C., is a city like no other in the United States. A Greek Doric temple houses a colossal cult statue (the Lincoln Memorial). A Roman triumphal arch monumentalizes the main train depot (Union Station). Roman equestrian statues celebrate victorious American generals (Andrew Jackson in Lafayette Plaza). Virtually join GW professor Elise Friedland as she […]

Free

ZMAG’s Drawing (+ Portrait) with Dominique Hughes Weekly 14 Weeks

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

With practice, anyone can improve their drawing abilities. Students will gain knowledge of line, value, tone, negative space, and perspective in this course, and you'll leave with the assurance to start drawing every day. Each class students will be guided step-by-step through each assignment. Classes will combine drawing theory, real-world examples, worksheets, and drawing practice. […]

$420

Salsa for Everyone – BASICS and BEYOND

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

Come and experience how fun and easy it is to learn Latin dances like Salsa and Bachata. Meet your friendly and highly skilled instructor, Dr. Stephen Jackson. Try out one of our classes while you meet new friends and fellow dancers who care about learning dance just as much as you. We are a safe, […]

$20

Bachata for Everyone – BASICS and BEYOND

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

Bachata for Everyone - BASICS and BEYOND: Mondays 7:00-8:00pm Class Description: Bachata is a romantic Latin dance originating in the Dominican Republic. In this Bachata series we will cover the […]

$20

Profs & Pints DC: The Orgasm Gap

Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Orgasm Gap,” a beyond-the-bedroom look at why women have fewer orgasms than men, with Brittany Dernberger, who teaches a popular course on the sociology of sex and gender as a professorial lecturer in sociology at George Washington University. Studies have shown that more than 90 percent of men—but just […]

$13.50 – $17