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National Air & Space Museum’s “Nation of Speed”

National Air and Space Museum National Air and Space Museum, efferson Drive

"Nation of Speed"National Air and Space MuseumOpens Oct. 14, 2022For more information: https://www.si.edu/exhibitions/nation-speed%3Aevent-exhib-6030The new gallery "Nation of Speed" explores the deep-rooted connection between people and machines through the history they made together. This cooperative exhibition includes loans from the National Museum of American History. "Nation of Speed" will open in fall 2022 and is projected to be open for 10 […]

Enduring Traditions: Celebrating the World of Textiles

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

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 treasures from the collection. From royal robes to ceremonial carpets, these exceptional textiles reveal the traditions and values of communities across continents.

Free
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Drawing with Paint with William Demaria – Weekly – 6 Sessions

1675 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007

Most artists who try to paint are pretty good at drawing but struggle with the transition between drawing and painting. Fortunately, every artist, even going back hundreds of years, has struggled with this. This class will follow the various techniques artists have developed to ease the transition from drawing to painting and make painting less […]

$300
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Holiday Framing Crash Course with William Demaria – Weekly – 3 Sessions

1675 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007

Wednesday, December 3 to 17, 4 to 6 P.M. Crash course in frame making just in time for the holidays! Art always makes the best presents for the holidays. The only problem is it can cost upwards of $300 for the recipient to put a nice frame around it. Instead of buying a frame, why […]

$400

Holiday Framing Crash Course with William Demaria – Weekly – 3 Sessions

1675 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007

Wednesday, December 3 to 17, 4 to 6 P.M. Crash course in frame making just in time for the holidays! Art always makes the best presents for the holidays. The only problem is it can cost upwards of $300 for the recipient to put a nice frame around it. Instead of buying a frame, why […]

$400
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Resplendent Joy: Christmas Traditions from Spain and Portugal

Folger Shakespeare Library

Continuing a beloved tradition for the winter holidays, Folger Consort celebrates with festive music from Spain and Portugal. The performance will showcase lush, multi-voiced choral compositions set to sacred texts by the 16th-century Portuguese composer Vicente Lusitano, considered to be the first published Black composer of European music. Resplendent Joy also offers lively seasonal villançicos […]

$20 – $65
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Chanukah in the Dark

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

When the lights go out during Chanukah, Max and family begin sharing songs, stories, and traditions – only to discover the lights they needed and the miracles they searched for were in their midst all along. Perfect for ages 5 and up. Join us December 14 for a Chanukah Party at 10am and then a […]

https://www.edcjcc.org/theater-j/show/chanukah-in-the-dark/
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Ch/Art Exhibition – “Finding Joy”

Friendship Heights Village Center 4433 South Park Ave, Chevy Chase

Ch/Art (Chevy Chase Art) is thrilled to announce the opening of its upcoming juried art exhibition, Finding Joy, on December 8, 2025, at the Friendship Heights Village Center in Chevy Chase, MD. Juror Jordan Bruns, a renowned local painter and teacher, has crafted an exhibition of original artwork that evokes a feeling of joy. The […]

Free