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Join The American Pops for innovative yoga practices in the iconic Dupont Underground. Each practice will feature live music to create a peaceful backdrop as instructor Michael Peterson guides you […]
The Smithsonian Libraries will be presenting the opening of the exhibition Magnificent Obsessions: Loving Books, Expanding Knowledge, on November 7th as a part of their 50th anniversary celebration at the […]
Norman Rockwell’s masterpieces make their way to Washington as part of a major international traveling exhibition on the Four Freedoms famously outlined by Franklin D. Roosevelt: freedom of speech; freedom […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present "Space Cowgirls: Ciara Barsotti." The exhibition is a series that explores humanity’s relationship with the land and this planet we call […]
"All Nature Is But Art" features artwork by the Botanical Art Society of the National Capital Region (BASNCR). In the early nineteenth century, the intrepid English author Frances Trollope embarked […]
This April, world-renowned portrait artist Susan Lyon is showcasing her work at the Stone Tower Gallery at Glen Echo Park. The exhibition of works on paper titled “Meditations on the […]
This Spring, NSLM melds art with science to create NSLMology, an exhibition for explorers of all ages! Visitors are invited to experience scientific principles within three centuries of paintings, sculptures, […]
Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen centers on a unique decorative object from the NSLM’s permanent collection. Recently conserved, the four-panel screen is comprised of paintings and prints showing 18th century […]
Bluemercury launched their Conscious Beauty Program in stores from April 22nd – May 2nd. The program will empower those to select products that support a lifestyle of healthy and conscious […]
Take a break and bring your lunch to the Pavilion to celebrate the great weather and National Picnic Day. Enjoy entertainment, treats, and a fun picnic atmosphere. Restaurant offers from […]
Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte and Martha Custis Williams Carter, A Remarkable Friendship, presented by Alexandra Deutsch, Vice-President of Collections & Interpretation, Maryland Historical Society Although the story of Elizabeth Bonaparte's marriage […]
Profs and Pints presents, “On Gender and Cats,” a feminist exploration of how we think about felines, with Crys Stuvland, lecturer at Howard University and scholar of depictions of cats […]
Enjoy family friendly fun with Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Public Libraries this summer. Each performance is a delightful blend of movement, theater, music and participation. Complete Dogness is a […]
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to a presentation by school leaders, followed by a Q&A where you can learn more about the opportunities this global school will provide your […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Jackie Robinson, Revolutionary,” an homage to the hero who broke baseball’s color line, with Richard Zamoff, professorial lecturer in sociology at George Washington University and director […]
Attend a beautiful gala at the Smithsonian Craft Show Preview Night at the National Building Museum. Meet the artists and shop for unique handcrafted pieces in a fun, intimate setting with a cocktail buffet. Be the first to see and buy featured fine crafts! The 2019 Smithsonian Visionary Award will be presented to Joyce J. […]
Garden Tour in Historic Chevy Chase Village Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (rain or shine) discover treasured gardens when the Chevy Chase Garden Tour, hosted by Garden Club of Chevy Chase, will feature for viewing eight private gardens in charming Chevy Chase Village. Several celebrated landscape designers and landscape architects […]
Dr Barbara Sturm, Founder will be making a personal appearance at the Bluemercury store in Georgetown on Saturday, April 27th. From 1pm – 3pm, Dr. Barbara Sturm will be speaking to and featuring the clarifying collection at the event, while answering any questions from customers. RSVPs can easily be made by calling the Georgetown store […]
The most prestigious juried show of fine American crafts in the country, the 37th annual Smithsonian Craft Show is not to be missed! On display and for sale - works from 120 artists representing all facets of contemporary design and craft – basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable […]
Bring your friends for this special night of fun shopping, nibbles and cash bar at the Smithsonian Craft Show. Extended shopping hours for Thursday night patrons at the general admission price! Advance Online Tickets - $17, Door Price - $20.
Join the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia as we honor Servants of Justice who have made meaningful contributions to access to justice in DC and beyond. All proceeds will benefit Legal Aid's efforts to "make justice real" in individual and systemic ways for low-income individuals and families in the District.
A master instrumentalist, powerful singer-songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author, John McCutcheon is folk music’s Renaissance man. “His storytelling has the richness of fine literature” (The Washington Post).
Glen Echo Pottery presents a spring ceramics exhibition entitled “Outside the Box 2019” at Glen Echo Park’s Popcorn Gallery, May 3 to June 2, 2019. The exhibition features recent works by Glen Echo Pottery faculty and advanced students and celebrates the artists’ constant artistic evolution. Dates: May 3 to June 2, 2019 Art Walk & […]
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian is hosting its annual Living Earth Festival April 26–28 at its museum in Washington, D.C. Living Earth brings together Native innovators and practitioners dedicated to using Indigenous knowledge to protect and sustain the environment. The theme of this year’s festival, “Farm to Table: Sustaining Our Future Through Indigenous […]
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian is hosting its annual Living Earth Festival April 26–28 at its museum in Washington, D.C. Living Earth brings together Native innovators and practitioners dedicated to using Indigenous knowledge to protect and sustain the environment. The theme of this year’s festival, “Farm to Table: Sustaining Our Future Through Indigenous […]
Wu Han, Gloria Chien (“…fiercely lavish”) and Gilles Vonsattel (“ ...utter ease, fluidity, and calm...”) exploit every color the piano has to offer in this wide-ranging evening of piano music for four hands.
Join the National Sporting Library & Museum for NSLMology: The Science of Sporting Art Family Day! Explore NSLM’s STEAM-based exhibition with hands-on activities and take aways for families and children. 10am-5pm: Museum Open with Free Admission 11am-1pm: Hands-on Activities and Kid-Friendly Snacks in the Library’s Founders’ Room 1pm: Gallery Talk about the exhibition with Anne […]
The V Foundation for Cancer Research will be hosting a Cancer Research Symposium during their fifth annual Virginia Vine event on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The symposium will be held at the Salamander Resort & Spa, Bluemont Room from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will be free and open to the public. Speakers will […]
Dr Barbara Sturm, Founder will be making a personal appearance at the Bluemercury store in Georgetown on Saturday, April 27th. From 1pm – 3pm, Dr. Barbara Sturm will be speaking to and featuring the clarifying collection at the event, while answering any questions from customers. RSVPs can easily be made by calling the Georgetown store […]
A family friendly performance about a dog with bad habits who learns new tricks. “The four women perform an energetic, muscular, almost gymnastic dance style, routinely lifting or supporting the spinning bodies of their cast mates. They seemingly have no fear as they dive for the floor and slide across it, or leap over one […]
EyeSoar highlights the landscapes near 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, a somewhat non-gentrified neighborhood that spans across Nelson Street, the footbridge and Jennie Dean Park and curves around to South Oakland Street. This area is a heavy utilized, an under recognized public site drawing bike path and recreation users, footbridge traffic and individuals to […]
NSLM offers free admission the last Sunday of each month. Join us in April to see highlights from our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions! Exhibitions on view include: NSLMology: Science of Sporting Art (on view April 12 - September 15) Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen (on view April 12 - September 15)
Hear from professionals who work in the arts, then sharpen your own creative skills with a hands-on activity related to the speaker’s expertise. Please register online at AmericanArt.si.edu/calendar ($10 materials fee).
Profs and Pints presents: “Pinball’s Wizardry,” with Adam Ruben, host of the Science Channel's Outrageous Acts of Science and author of Pinball Wizards: Jackpots, Drains, and the Cult of the […]
Celebrate diversity and creativity of thought through diction in our 7th year presentation of The Muslim Women of Spoken Word. Join in the journey of a plethora of amazing spoken word artists from various cultural and geographical backgrounds who, although they are connected by the strings of Islam and gender, their experiences are radically different […]
Walk through the doors of A Woman’s Journey. We urge you to come alone or with a friend or colleague. You will find it exhilarating, stimulating, empowering and for some, lifesaving. Doors open at 9 a.m. for heart-healthy refreshments, check-in and an opportunity to speak with area physicians. The program begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Bizarre Psychological Disorders,” with Brian A. Sharpless, associate professor of clinical psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology and visiting research fellow at Goldsmiths University of London. Have you ever believed that you were abducted by aliens? Do you ever wake up to the sound of explosions only to find […]
The Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, with Neiman Marcus Tysons Galleria and Mazza Gallerie, cordially invite you to join us for the Ninth Annual Great Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show featuring the Carolina Herrera Fall 2019 Collection. The Symposium to Conquer Alzheimer’s will precede the luncheon and will feature a panel of leading scientists led by […]
Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.
Enjoy a beautiful evening of 17th century English music performed on harpsichord, muselar and ottavino by acclaimed British keyboardist Colin Booth, a master of the genre. Featured are works by William Byrd who was central in developing an English national musical style, and Peter Philips, a gifted and prolific English composer of the period. Complimentary […]
Who: Open to all residents and businesses living and operating in the District of Columbia. Sponsored by PaintCare, a non-profit stewardship organization running paint recycling programs across the country and […]
Luce Unplugged invites local musicians to perform after staff-led art talks. Libations and snacks available for purchase from an on-site bar. Talk at 5:30 p.m.; performance at 6 p.m. Backbeat Underground delivers energetic, improvised funk with soul and jazz influences.
Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to join us for an informal conversation about Whittle School & Studios with Marek Beck, Head of Middle School, and Ara Brown, Head of Upper School. Refreshments will be provided.
The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal and Instrumental Departments will feature An Evening at the Opera on Saturday, May 4th. On Friday, May 3rd, at 10 AM they will present a shorter version of the show. The concert will feature senior vocalists in the Principal roles in various scenes from operas, along with […]
Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) Market continues to offer a wide range of fruits, flowers and vegetables from local farms, along with baked goods, coffee, ice cream and other […]
Come join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be […]
Description: The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present “Abstractly Speaking,” featuring the work of six artists who paint together in the Advanced Acrylic Abstract Class at Glen Echo […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents “Inspiring New Memories: Youth Art Exhibition.” This exhibition is presented in celebration of the Partnership’s Inspiring New Memories Gala in the Park. Young artists […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
Do you take pride in your neighborhood National Park, the C&O Canal? Show it off by volunteering for a day of restoration, revitalization, and fun during one of the C&O […]
Esther Productions Inc. presents PaintSpiration: An Interactive Workshop designed for girls ages 13 through 17 on May 4, 2019 from 10:00am - 12:00pm at 1313 New York Avenue NW in […]
Attendees of all ages can explore playful and accessible lectures and fun activities on the math behind how the world works at the 2019 National Math Festival, which is free […]
Don’t miss the FREE 2019 National Math Festival, organized by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute. This all-ages event brings today’s most fascinating mathematicians together for a variety of presentations, performances, […]
Outdoor festival featuring local businesses, animal rescue groups, and Northern Virginia's most adorable animals looking for their forever homes. An event for everyone in the family to enjoy, the Pet […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
On Saturday, May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day, Scorpio Entertainment transforms the historic Reagan National Airport Terminal A Lobby into a spaceship-inspired cosmic dance party, featuring an […]
Revel in the lovely melodies of English 17th century composers William Byrd, William Inglot, Orlando Gibbons, Henry Purcell, John Blow and William Croft. Renowned British keyboardist Colin Booth performs these […]
The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal and Instrumental Departments will present An Evening at the Opera. The concert will feature the senior vocalists in the Principal roles in […]
Iconic Charlie Parker classics such as KoKo, A Night in Tunisia, and Dewey Square are juxtaposed with original responses by Turtle Island Quartet members and intertwined with other thematic pieces […]
Join DC Shorts for a night of short films celebrating the arrival springtime and rejuvenation plus live musical performances from the local LA TI DO singing troupe, and an OPEN […]
The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.
Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum galleries led by artist Ruthie Windsor-Mann! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch; all materials are provided. To register, […]
The Wedding Photo is a collection of genealogical adventure-hunting stories culminating in meaningful successes. A visit to an abandoned Polish Jewish cemetery in 1993 launches a 20-year search to solve […]
J.S. Bach Easter Oratorio, BWV 249 Ascension Oratorio, BWV 11 The feasts of Easter and Ascension are significant events in the Christian calendar, celebrating the day when Jesus rose from […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Bats, Tequila's Friends,” with Lindsay Rohrbaugh, former instructor at Eastern Kentucky University, guest lecturer at the University of Maryland, and wildlife biologist for D.C.'s Department of […]
Adapted from the book “The Mouse of Amherst” by Elizabeth Spires, Mouse in House reveals an unlikely friendship between a lively mouse and reclusive 19th-century poet Emily Dickinson. The mouse’s […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Enclave of Black Hope,” a portrait of striving and success in a segregated, planned community, with John Morris, former professor of constitutional law at Sojourner Douglass […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Summoning Fairies,” an exploration of the literature and folklore of the elusive fairy and her kin, with Sara Cleto and Brittany Warman, former English instructors at […]
Bring your mat to our relaxing yoga and art appreciation series. Reflect on a work in the Luce Foundation Center before unwinding with a one-hour vinyasa yoga session led by […]
With his national bestselling novel There There, Tommy Orange (Cheyenne and Arapaho) asks readers to examine their assumptions about who Native Americans are and how and where they live. Join […]
Join us for a unique look at objects in the Tudor Place archives and collection inspired by British royalty. Come wearing your hat or fascinators in honor of British traditions […]
One of Washington's favorite black tie benefits- the BALL for THE MALL is being held Thursday May 9 from 6:30-11:30pm. This tented affair on the grounds of the National Mall […]
Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to join us for an informal conversation about Whittle School & Studios with Stephanie Fitzgerald, Head of Early Learning Center, and Susanna Stossel, Head […]
We are excited to announce our spring benefit to support Children's Chorus of Washington's ongoing programming, choral education, and outreach efforts featuring Concert Chorus and Young Men's Ensemble, with special […]
Ride for the Feast is Moveable’s Feast signature fundraising event that raises a significant amount of money to feed our neighbors in need living with HIV, cancer, and other life-threatening […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a little whimsy, something sweet, and fun for the whole family at Mommy and Me Tea with Mother Goose. On Saturday, May 11th, Mother Goose herself […]
Veritas City Church is excited to announce another Parent’s Night Out! Bring your kids for a night of fun while you enjoy an evening to yourself. Knock out some errands, […]
For the fourth year, Dumbarton's chorus and guests soloists and musicians will perform Paul Winter's beautiful Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) in a belated salute to Earth Day.
Honor the favorite women in your life with a breakfast fit for a queen at Sanderling Resort’s Lifesaving Station. Treat Mom to the “best breakfast on the Outer Banks” with […]
Join Dumbarton House Tuesday, May14th at noon for a free chamber music concerts presented by the Friday Morning Music Club! Concerts are held in the museum’s Belle Vue Room, which […]
In August of 1893, Britannia W. Kennon, the seventy-eight year-old owner of Tudor Place, traveled by train from Washington to Chicago to experience the World’s Columbian Exposition, also known as […]
Whittle School & Studios invites you to join us for a presentation on Whittle School & Studios followed by Q&A. The event will begin with a reception at 6:00 pm, […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Mermaid Tales,” a discussion of the enigmatic water spirits of Russia, with folklorist Philippa Rappoport of George Washington University. Be careful out there. According to Slavic […]
Profs and Pints presents: “Meet the Real Indiana Jones,” with Justin M. Jacobs, associate professor of history at American University and author of Indiana Jones in History: From Pompeii to […]
Join Co-Hosts Barry Dixon and Will Thomas for the Fifth Annual Rebloom on the Roof cocktail fundraiser at LaVie Restaurant. Help us celebrate the power of design to change lives […]
ZooFari: Bite Night, a benefit for wildlife sponsored by GEICO, returns to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo on May 16 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Boasting the city’s best restaurants, one-of-a-kind animal […]
Through movement and sound, this outdoor performance by Jane Franklin Dance brings awareness of the physical structure of the Beatley Central Library portico and surrounding green areas. A diverse collection […]
Celebrate the graduates this weekend, surprise a loved one, or just brighten up a room for spring with a gorgeous bunch of blooms from our friends at Two Boots Farm, […]
Greater Reston Arts Center (GRACE) will bring together a group of highly qualified arts professionals to select the most accomplished fine art and fine craft artists in 16 categories from […]
Join the National Sporting Library & Museum to celebrate the opening of Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger! 6-7pm: Reception and Exhibition Viewing; 7pm: Lecture by artist […]
It's that time of year again! Geoffrey Johnson returns for his solo exhibition on Friday, May 17th! We will be exhibiting twenty new paintings by Johnson, with many of them […]
Celebrate Hawai'i After Hours at the National Museum of the American Indian. The museum opens its doors for a late-night event to begin the three-day festival dedicated to Hawaiian Culture. […]
We Will Survive Cancer, a DC-based non-profit announces their “Celebration of Life Gala” a black-tie event, on May 17th at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. We Will […]
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will return to Washington D.C. this May for the 12th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR marries flavor-forward, independent craft […]
SAVOR: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience will return to Washington D.C. this May for the 12th year. Presented by the Brewers Association (BA), SAVOR marries flavor-forward, independent craft […]
Enjoy an informal coffee reception and tour of Canter & Crawl: The Glass Sculpture of Joan Danziger with the artist! 10:00am: Coffee reception; 10:30am: Tour of the exhibition. Canter & […]
Garden Tour in Historic Chevy Chase Village Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (rain or shine) discover treasured gardens when the Chevy Chase Garden Tour, hosted […]
King Kamehameha—respected Native Hawaiian warrior, leader and diplomat—united the Hawaiian Islands into a royal kingdom in 1810. Learn about the King’s legacy by exploring the lua, traditional training for warriors, […]
Please join us at our next Public Workshop! Join the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) to review preliminary recommendations for the Rock Creek Far West Livability Study. At this second […]
