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Join us Friday, January 17th in the Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park for a sizzling hot night of Salsa presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. We'll start at 7:30pm with a one-hour beginner lesson (free with the price of admission) followed by open dancing with a DJ from 8:30-11pm. […]
DC’s Scena Theatre presents an epic theatrical event. Join us for a modern reimagining of the famous tragedy AJAX by the Greek writer / philosopher, Sophocles. This powerful and contemporary […]
Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a forty-five minute guided meditation with crystal singing bowls in our indoor Terrace Gallery. Seating will be provided, so please mark on your reservation if you prefer a chair or a mat. Water bottles and yoga mats are not permitted inside the Museum.
Members of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra snd Peabody Conservatory Mozart String Quartet No. 16 in E-flat Major, K. 428 • Gabriela Lena Frank Leyendas: An Andean Walkabout • Beethoven String Quartet Op. 59 No. 3 in C Major, “Rasumovsky”
Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) brings you the nuevo tango of Astor Piazzolla in a concert featuring Holly Nelson on violin, Alán Saucedo on cello and Sean Mahon on piano. Piazzolla revolutionized traditional tango by incorporating elements of jazz, using extended harmonies, dissonance, and counterpoint. He also introduced instruments not typically associated with traditional tango music, […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Presidency at a Crossroads,” on the evolution and future of our nation’s highest office, with Barbara A. Perry, professor of presidential studies and co-chair of the Presidential Oral History Program at the University of Virginia’s Miller Center. In the aftermath of one of the United States’ most consequential elections, […]
The Kreeger Museum and The Washington Print Club are pleased to present The DMV Collects the DMV, on view at The Kreeger Museum from October 26, 2024 to February 1, 2025. Join us for the event's final few days!
Join Sitar Arts Center for the first event in our 2025 Artists at Work Speakers Series on Thursday, January 23 at 6:30 p.m. We will explore the transformative power of dance with DeMoya Watson Brown, director of community engagement at The Washington Ballet. Artists at Work gives you exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to DC's most exciting […]
Gold has just been discovered in California and Rico “Roughrider” Lopez is looking for some brace adventurers to join him on his perilous journey across the United States. Do you have what it takes to cross raging rivers, outwit nasty outlaws, and stare down wild buffalo? Join us on this musical adventure celebrating the great […]
What do you do when you lose a son? Take it from Manuel Oliver, the father of Parkland shooting victim Joaquin Oliver: you have to do what you do best. Fearless, funny, and pulling zero punches, GUAC is a one-man tour-de-force theatrical experience about a father turned activist, his undying love for his son, and […]
Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week Winter 2025, presented by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns to celebrate the region’s vibrant culinary scene January 27 – February 2, 2025. More than 250 restaurants are participating. The highly anticipated biannual affair invites food lovers to experience multi-course, specially priced menus from participating restaurants throughout DC, Maryland […]
More than 350 restaurants across DC, Maryland and Virginia will participate in Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week Winter 2025, presented by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW). The event celebrates the region’s vibrant culinary scene January 27 – February 2, 2025, with specially priced menus. Participating restaurants will offer multi-course brunch and lunch selections for […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Trump and the World,” on foreign policy and the new Trump administration, with Garret Martin, professorial lecturer in foreign policy and global security at American University and co-director of its Transatlantic Policy Center. Considerations of foreign policy rarely do much to determine the outcome of US presidential elections. The 2024 […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Understanding Immigration,” a deep and nuanced examination of today’s immigration realities, trends, and challenges, with Ernesto Castañeda, professor of sociology and director of the Immigration Lab and the Center for Latin American and Latino Studies at American University. For all the attention it receives in politics and policy debates, immigration […]
NSO continues a series begun last season of presenting an opera in concert under Music Director Gianandrea Noseda with Samuel Barber’s Vanessa, featuring an all-star cast of soloists: soprano Nicole Heaston, mezzo-soprano J’Nai Bridges, tenor Matthew Polenzani, mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, and baritone Thomas Hampson. These performances of Barber’s Vanessa showcase Noseda’s experience in and passion […]
ReelAbilities Film Festival – Opening Night Thursday, January 30 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm Breaking Barriers: The Intersection of Disability and Creativity 7pm-9pm (Film and Panel), 9pm-10:30pm (Reception) Location: […]
Join the Airmen of Note for the kick off of this year’s Jazz Heritage Series featuring Conrad Herwig! A New York-based trombonist acclaimed for his Latin jazz interpretations, Mr. Herwig has recorded over 25 albums and has performed with jazz giants such as Clark Terry, Buddy Rich and Miles Davis.
Husband and wife duo Jaime Lozano and Florencia Cuenca create musical magic with Broadway en Spanglish. A fusion of their Mexican roots with their journey to the American Dream, this multi-lingual musical cabaret features fresh interpretations and new arrangements of contemporary musical theater songs from Hamilton, Waitress, Frozen, and more. Lozano is a musical theater […]
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry, in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Wintery Fairy Tales,” an evening among ghosts, snow queens, and friendly bears, with Brittany Warman, former instructor at Ohio State University and co-founder of the […]
Less Cancer is hosting a National Cancer Prevention Workshop on National Cancer Prevention Day, Tuesday, February 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Moderated by Miles O’Brien, chairman emeritus of Less Cancer, independent journalist and filmmaker, the event will focus on advocacy, prevention strategies and specialty perspectives in the fight against cancer. The event is […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Fire of Frederick Douglass,” a dramatic look at the life of the greatest American of the 19th century, with Richard Bell, professor of history […]
To celebrate Ted Spero's 70th B-Day he is giving back! Join him and rock & roll legends Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad & David Spero (radio host, manager, author) for an evening full of stories, music & much more. TICKETS: $75/person VIP MEET & GREET ADD ON: $50/per — (1 hr. before program - […]
Robin Cormack discusses the changing views of Byzantine art and architecture from the late 19th century onwards. This presentation focuses on changing views of Byzantine art and architecture from the late 19th century onwards. It is in two parts. The first looks at the methodology of a group of British Arts & Crafts young architects […]
This 3-hour workshop will demonstrate the keys of taking a photo. Whether using iPhone or a physical camera, you will leave with knowledge about how to take a beautifully lit, perfectly framed, and well put together photo. We will begin by reviewing what a photo is and how to understand it through different cultures and […]
Join us on February 8, 2025, for Bumper Car Squares at Glen Echo Park! The Partnership presents a special series of square dances in the Bumper Car Pavilion, Saturday nights 7:00pm - 10:30pm. Live music by Furnace Mountain, calling by Megan Downes, FREE for kids 12 and under! Haven’t ever square danced or maybe the […]
Hundreds if not thousands of used books for every age and taste at amazing prices! Bring your family — there is something for everyone! For more than a decade, the St. Ann community has hosted this giant sale, which seems to grow more every year. Massive amounts of books spanning all genres — from crime/detective […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Love Lecture,” with Laura Papish, associate professor of philosophy at George Washington University and teacher of a seminar on the philosophy of love, sex, […]
Looking for the perfect way to add to your Valentine's weekend? Whether you're single, coupled up, or just looking for a fun night out, we've got something for everyone. Expect a night full of clean hilarious stand-up comedy, exciting games to play, and fabulous prizes that you have a chance to win. Don't miss out […]
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) invites you to an evening celebrating Valentine’s and some of Hollywood’s most romantic film scores. “Love at the Cinema” will feature a program of music and dance. NCE Artistic Director Leonid Sushansky (violin), Rosanna Butterfield (cello), and Carlos César Rodríguez (piano) - all virtuoso artists - will perform beloved themes […]
Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture presents a Honky Tonk dance in our charming Bumper Car Pavilion! Dance to live music from Rusty Sal from 8:30pm–11:30pm. Includes a free two stepping lesson. Made up of an all-star cast of Baltimore Americana musicians, Rusty Sal is a sure-fire good time for lovers of classic […]
This monoprint workshop introduces participants to new approaches to monoprinting using acrylic paint and glass surface. Inspired by the atmospheric works of Mark Rothko, students will explore creating prints in color. The workshop emphasizes the creative journey and the joy of an unpredictable result.
UMD Strings Faculty & Guest Pianist play Mendelssohn, Schubert and Nadia Boulanger Nadia Boulanger • Three Pieces for Cello and Piano Mendelssohn • Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 49 Schubert • Quintet in A Major, D. 667, “Trout”
Join author Judy Shelton in a conversation with Seth Lipsky, editor of the New York Sun, February 17, 6 pm at Coolidge House Book Salon. Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, February […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “George Washington and Executive Power,” a fresh assessment of our first president’s approach to his own authority, with Denver Brunsman, associate professor and chair of […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Medieval Sex,” a look at the reality of medieval sex and sexuality through the lens of comic literature, satire, and obscenity, with Larissa “Kat” Tracy, […]
Highly sought-after soloist and Artist-in-Residence of the Berlin Philharmonic, Seong-Jin Cho, made his recital debut on the Hayes Piano Series, followed by a sold-out concert series with the National Symphony Orchestra. His assertive, tender, and colorful playing will be on full display in this exciting program at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall as he performs […]
This extraordinary exhibit celebrates the creative genius of iconic artists from the legendary Stan Lee, whose superheroes have shaped popular culture, to the visionary Akira Toriyama, the mastermind behind beloved anime classics. Discover the evolution of comic art and anime, showcasing original sketches, vibrant panels, and rare artworks that bring to life the epic journeys […]
Join your United States Navy Band for an evening of chamber music at the Saint Bernadette Catholic Church in Springfield, Virginia! As one of their most unique concerts, the Chamber Music Recital Series features Navy musicians in solo and small group performances. This event is free, no tickets required. https://www.navyband.navy.mil/events
Join us Friday, February 21st in the Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park for a sizzling hot night of Salsa presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture. We'll start at 7:30pm with a one-hour beginner lesson (free with the price of admission) followed by salsa dancing with a DJ from 8:30-11pm. […]
This month we are partnering with the Children’s Department at the Palisades Neighborhood Library to bring a Kreeger First Studio Program. 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 a museum tour, story […]
February 23 — Tour (self-guided): 2pm — Magic Show: 3pm in the Secret Gatehouse — Cash Bar ABOUT RICH BLOCH One of the busiest corporate entertainers in the world — Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages. He is a five-time nominee for Stage Magician of the Year, a […]
Exit the small rural town of Benzonia, Michigan—founded in 1858 by the Reverend Charles Bailey—and you’ll see a curious thing: the sign bidding you to “come back again” abuts a […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Single Lesson,” on myths and misconceptions about singlehood and research and advocacy efforts focused on the unmarried, with Craig Wynne, a professor of English […]
The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal Department performs at Holy Trinity in a celebration of Black History Month Friday, February 28, 2025 at 7:00pm Holy Trinity Catholic Church […]
Immerse yourself in the color and spirit of Haitian art by exploring Spirit & Strength: Modern Art from Haiti. Enjoy a Haitian dance ensemble Troupe Zetwal performance, make your own collage art, see works by Project Runway fashion designer Prajjé O. Jean Baptiste, hear a talk by bestselling author Edwidge Danticat, and much more! All […]
The DC Chamber Orchestra returns to Columbia Heights with "Awakenings", the second in its three-part "Metamorphosis" series exploring the stages of composers' maturation and the progression of classical music styles. […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “DOGE and Federal Cybersecurity,” a look at how President Trump’s special commission may be creating opportunities for accidents, hacker attacks, or the theft of your data, with Dr. Richard Forno, assistant director of the Cybersecurity Institute at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and co-author of Cybersecurity and Local Government. […]
Step into a world of mystery and discovery with this augmented reality adventure at O Museum in the Mansion! This exciting treasure hunt layers hidden items over the real world […]
MUST BE A SECRET DOOR SOCIETY MEMBER - PROOF OF MEMBERSHIP AT DOOR REQUIRED. Be the first to beta test our new augmented reality Hunt. Join us for the opening […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Love Lecture,” with Laura Papish, associate professor of philosophy at George Washington University and teacher of a seminar on the philosophy of love, sex, […]
Sitar Arts Center’s Cafritz Gallery is excited to present its 15th Annual Patricia Sitar Juried Exhibition: "Reflections." Established in 2010, this annual juried exhibition honors Sitar Arts Center’s namesake and […]
We all could use a little more awe in our lives—come find it in the museum! In this series of interactive workshops, explore where artist have found awe and how it has inspired their work and meditate on awe in your own life. Join us for a 90-minute pause from your daily routine, to breathe […]
I wanted to share an event we’re super excited about and would love your help in spreading the word. She Comes First—our fifth annual celebration of women’s voices—is back on […]
Join instructor Jeneen Piccuirro for a forty-five minute guided meditation with crystal singing bowls in our indoor Terrace Gallery. Seating will be provided, so please mark on your reservation if […]
Join us on Saturday, March 8th at Dorothy Heights library from 11 to 3 for an important community event focused on key environmental issues in Ward 7. This town hall […]
Join us as we celebrate International Women's Day, honoring the resilience, leadership, and contributions of women across the globe. This special gathering will feature insightful reflections, inspiring conversations, and a keynote address […]
Experience Sightlines: Chinatown and Beyond, an exhibition showcasing the historical, cultural, and creative connections of Asian Americans to Washington, D.C. And join us every second Saturday of the month for […]
Join us on March 8, 2025, for Bumper Car Squares at Glen Echo Park! The Partnership presents a special series of square dances in the Bumper Car Pavilion, Saturday nights […]
Saxophonist, educator, and director Paul Carr has been an extraordinary jazz ambassador for decades. While consistently performing and recording throughout his career, Mr. Carr is also known throughout the Washington area for his work in the education and preservation of the great and uniquely American jazz tradition. We are pleased and honored to welcome Mr. […]
Treat yourself to music performed by a quartet from the Howard University Jazz Ensemble during opening day of Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist, on view through July 6, 2025. Elizabeth Catlett, a Howard University graduate and DC native, tapped these local beginnings to launch a stellar career that spanned almost seven decades. About the […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Ireland’s Fight for Freedom,” with Kevin Matthews, assistant professor of European history at George Mason University and former London correspondent for Vatican Radio reporting on […]
Join us for an engaging and hands-on opportunity to refine your facilitation skills at the Facilitation Lab DC: Practice Playground! Whether you're an experienced facilitator or just starting your journey, […]
Roll up your sleeves for a printmaking palooza celebrating women in the arts. Explore a comprehensive exhibition of works by Elizabeth Catlett that traces her career of creative artistry. Then, […]
Tetrapak takes recycling to a new level. The plate is the inner part of a chicken stock or orange juice carton. It is easily engraved with a variety of tools […]
The museum hosts a special after-hours event in celebration of the special installation “Making a Statement.” Visitors can hear from contemporary Indigenous fashion designers, enjoy a unique fashion showcase, and […]
DC | Celebrating Indigenous Fashion Saturday, March 15, 10 AM–5 PM Celebrate groundbreaking Indigenous designers whose inspiring creations challenge the boundaries of fashion and expand perceptions of Indigenous cultures. Indigenous […]
You're Invited to Our Grand Opening Celebration! Date: Saturday, March 15th Time: 11am-1pm Location: 1232 3rd St. NE Suite A, Washington, DC 20002 Join us as we celebrate […]
This brilliant gem of the Czechoslovak New Wave follows the lingering effects of a nuclear war that has wiped out most of humanity. A small group of survivors—all women—roam the […]
Included with the price of Museum admission. Attendance is limited and first-come-first-serve. Registration is required. Join us for a conversation between artist Simmie Knoxand The Kreeger Museum Director Helen Chason […]
Thomas Circle Singers to Perform David Lang’s the little match girl passion March 15, 2025 | Live! at 10th & G WASHINGTON, DC — Thomas Circle Singers (TCS), Washington’s renowned chamber choir committed to inspiring compassion through music, presents David Lang’s Pulitzer Prize-winning work, the little match girl passion. This moving concert will take place […]
Thomas Circle Singers to Perform David Lang’s the little match girl passion March 15, 2025 | Live! at 10th & G WASHINGTON, DC — Thomas Circle Singers (TCS), Washington’s renowned chamber choir committed to inspiring compassion through music, presents David Lang’s Pulitzer Prize-winning work, the little match girl passion. This moving concert will take place […]
Coolest Place in DC -Booking.com. Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com Join fellow Girl Scout associations, service units, troops, families, & alumni for a Hidden […]
Randol Schoenberg suggests that Geni is the best platform for collaborative genealogy, which makes it absolutely the best place to build your family tree. He will discuss how to take […]
DC | Centenario de la Revolución Guna (Dule) de 1925 (Centennial of the Guna Revolution of 1925) Sunday, March 16, 1 PM National Mall and Online Join a delegation of […]
This is the second of four lectures in America’s Architecture of Freedom and Unfreedom, the 74th A. W. Mellon Lectures in the Fine Arts presented by Mabel O. Wilson of […]
Arlington-based Jane Franklin Dance bids farewell at the Arlington black-box venue, Theatre on the Run. Celebrate 28 years of artistic creativity with signature works by Jane Franklin, premiers by company […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Archaeology of Ireland,” a look at what major sites reveal about the island from prehistory to the present, with Victoria McAlister, assistant professor of […]
The circulation of Mesoamerican material culture in early modern Europe is usually thought of as the result of the famous conquistadors’ shipments that reached Spain and other Habsburg domains, where […]
Named for the Erinyes (a.k.a. the Furies) from the Greek tragedy Oresteia by Aeschylus, and with roots in Estonia, Lithuania, Greece, the United States, and Finland, the Erinys Quartet was […]
Date: March 20, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: The Warner Theatre, 513 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20004 Registration Link: http://aolf.me/UHDC Event Description: Join us for an inspiring and transformative evening […]
Join us for a conversation on the important relationship between museums and the creative process with internationally renowned artists Janine Antoni and Byron Kim, moderated by Kaywin Feldman, the National […]
Join a tour of The ’70s Lens: Reimagining Documentary Photography exhibition. In a decade of tumult in the U.S., photographers embraced experimentation. They changed the subjects they focused on. The […]
Join us for a talk with Mel Chin, a conceptual artist renowned for his research-based approach that encourages greater awareness of and dialogue around social and environmental issues. The National […]
Join us Friday, March 21st in the Ballroom Back Room at Glen Echo Park for a sizzling hot night of Salsa presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & […]
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 […]
EXPLR invites you to the 2025 National STEM Festival for an inspiring day of exploration, innovation, and creativity! Meet 100+ National STEM Champions, showcasing breakthrough projects in AI, medicine, sustainability, […]
What better way to explore Community Forklift's new store layout than with a scavenger hunt? The hunt is on during regular store hours and we'll have live metal banjo music […]
Join us for a gallery talk in Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist with Dalila Scruggs, exhibition curator and Augusta Savage Curator of African American Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum. […]
In collaboration with Elijah Jamal Balbed, The Kreeger Museum is honored and thrilled to present Jazz at The Kreeger, a series that furthers our mission to share music across the […]
Dress your best for a fun cultural night as we celebrate African arts with a three-course dinner, live music, cultural entertainment. There will be raffle and auction of exclusive artwork […]
What better way to explore Community Forklift's new store layout than with a scavenger hunt? The hunt is on during regular store hours and we'll have live metal banjo music […]
Off the Mall Tours is celebrating Women’s History Month with a walking tour that honors several extraordinary women buried in Congressional Cemetery. Congressional Cemetery was established in 1807, and in […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “To End the War in Ukraine,” on a path to peace and what it might mean for Ukraine, Russia, and the United States, with Michael […]
Thursday, March 27, 2025 7:00 PM 8:00 PM Silver Spring Black Box 8641 Colesville RoadSilver Spring, MD, 20910United States If you are new to Story District, our shows feature a mix of […]
In this talk, Sergio LaPorta, of CSU Fresno, will present Armenian narratives that articulate both the deterioration of Christian-Muslim relations in the twelth century and strategies for negotiating a rapidly […]
Join the Peace & Love Circle for Therapeutic Artistic Expression. Find a safe space to express your feelings and embrace more love, joy, and peace. Explore printmaking and a wide-range […]
Enjoy reading books about American History? Join us for a share and discussion session to talk about your favorite history related book! Need suggestions? Visit our museum shop to see […]
Filmmaker Jem Cohen brings the same meditative elegance and intellectual curiosity he did to Museum Hours (2012) with his stargazing new feature, Little, Big, and Far. Again, he uses the […]
Comic Genius Show presents the March-Laughness Comedy Showcase featuring "Hamburger" Jones and Hosted by Comedian Coy. This event will also feature Comedian E-Boogie, Tamara Marie, and Curtis Gaskins. Join us for a night […]
