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Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery Announces Upcoming Exhibitions through Winter 2023 I Dream a World: Selections from Brian Lanker's Portraits of Remarkable Black Women Part I: July 8, 2022–Jan. 29, 2023 […]
"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 […]
Printmaking is magic! Well, kind of - sometimes it can feel like magic when you have the ability to take your original drawings and designs and reproduce them in infinite variations! This course is designed as an entry point into the fun and versatile world of printmaking beyond what is typically offered in school curriculum. […]
Weekly Classes – 12 weeks - Adults When most people think of intaglio printmaking, they think of etching. Etching is a beautiful art practice but fundamentally it requires acid. The acid used in printmaking is less dangerous than many people think, but it is incredibly messy and requires dedicated space. Fortunately, there are other intaglio […]
Thursdays, February 8 to March 28 (8 weeks) - $320 Thursdays, February 15 to March 28 (7 weeks) - $280 Thursday, February 22 to March 28 (6 weeks) $240 Thursday, February 29 to March 28 (5 weeks) $200 from 4:30 to 6:30 P.M. Printmaking is magic! Well, kind of - sometimes it can feel like […]
Local Flavor/Local Artists -2nd Annual DMV Exhibition March 9th - April 6th, 2024 - Opening Reception: Saturday, March 9th 3-5pm Georgetown Spring Arts Walk: Saturday, March 23rd 12-5pm Calloway Fine Art & Consulting is pleased to announce our group exhibition of 26 local artists showing artwork inspired by DC, Virginia, and Maryland. We have chosen […]
Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com Merging the cultural richness of Asia and Washington, DC, this exhibit showcases the diverse beauty and creativity that the gift of spring brings. Viewers will walk through imaginative urban gardens — inside and out — filled with sculpture, plants, flowers, porcelain and art. This […]
Spring Break is taking flight at The Capital Wheel every day from March 22 to April 1. A perfect day trip down to spin on The Capital Wheel, take in […]
Spring Break is taking flight at The Capital Wheel every day from March 22 to April 1. A perfect day trip down to spin on The Capital Wheel, take in […]
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 an ever-changing culture in the United States. Chaeeun Lee, SAAM Asian American Art Predoctoral Fellow discusses Carlos Villa’s During. Free | Meet […]
Canoro pianto et affetti explores the musical world of 17th-century women through songs for solo voice. This program is inspired by the 1613 collection Canoro pianto di Maria Vergine sopra la faccia di Christo estinto (“The singing cries of the Virgin Mary over the face of the deceased Christ”). The program features select monodies arranged […]
Join a Washington Walks guide and a local naturalist for an exploration of the living memorial to America’s 26th president: Theodore Roosevelt Island, situated midstream in the Potomac River between […]
Join us in a lively egg hunt and egg roll during this spring tradition.
Celebrate the season of cherry blossoms with SAAM! Begin the day on the F Street Plaza (weather permitting) with a taiko drumming performance by drumming group Nen Daiko. The program continues inside in the Kogod Courtyard for Japanese pop, boogie, and more with Les The DJ. Enjoy other performances while children (12 and under) make […]
Join us for a brief overview of The Anxious Eye exhibition by Shelley Langdale, the National Gallery's curator and head of modern and contemporary prints and drawings, followed by a conversation with artist Orit Hofshi, whose large-scale woodcut landscape Time…thou ceaseless lackey to eternity (2017) in the National Gallery’s collection is featured in the exhibition. […]
Join us for a celebration of spring, creativity and art at the Georgetown Spring Art Walk on March 23rd, 2024 from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. The event will feature ten local venues showcasing a diverse range of artwork, including paintings and mixed media pieces plus art workshops and more! Throughout the day, you'll have […]
Join your United States Navy Band for an afternoon of chamber music at the Walker Chapel United Methodist Church! As one of their most unique concerts, the Chamber Music Recital Series features Navy musicians in solo and small group performances. Meditation from Thaïs Jules Massanet (1842-1912), arr. Mazuk MUC Andrew Skaggs, trombone MU1 Madeline Jarzembak, […]
Journey from sorrow to triumph in mere moments with Brahms’ vivid Tragic Overture as CCS opens its penultimate concert of the season. The concert’s emotional adventure continues as Coleridge-Taylor’s Ballade sweeps us away with drama and lush romance, showcasing the influences of 19th-century composers whose work he’d studied. And finally, we join Mendelssohn on his […]
Canoro pianto et affetti explores the musical world of 17th-century women through songs for solo voice. This program is inspired by the 1613 collection Canoro pianto di Maria Vergine sopra la faccia di Christo estinto (“The singing cries of the Virgin Mary over the face of the deceased Christ”). The program features select monodies arranged […]
National Chamber Ensemble presents the music of two great Romantic composers Florence Price and Johannes Brahms, one American the other European and their diverse approach to the beauty of Romantic music. Join us as we welcome back the acclaimed clarinetist Julian Milkis (classical star and crossover artist, the only pupil of the great Benny Goodman) […]
Join the Washington Men’s Camerata and Guest Director Scott Tucker for a stirring program centered on works from The Civil War and The World Wars, featuring choral works by Samuel Barber, Zoltán Kodály, Charles Gounod, Benjamin Britten, Joseph Gregorio, Byron Adams and others.
Senior lecturer, David Gariff, explores the powerful attraction of the story of the Passion of Christ for the composer and western artists. In Bach’s St. John and St. Matthew Passions, as well as in countless depictions in paintings and film, the drama of the Passion has served as an inspiration for profound musical and visual storytelling. This hybrid […]
Kick off cherry blossom season with a workshop presented with Nicolas Shi, the official artist of the National Cherry Blossom Festival! A longtime resident of Washington, DC, Shi’s work is influenced by his upbringing in El Salvador, his Chinese heritage, and his formal education in the United States. In this two-hour workshop, he will discuss […]
Join us for and inspiring afternoon as they present excerpts from their books and then offer discussions on consciousness crystallization and Qigong. Admission includes: --- Self Guided Tour of O Museum --- Cash Bar NOTE: --- Tour starts at 2pm --- Book signing at 3pm Books Available at Event _____________________ ABOUT THE BOOK: God: The […]
Pure Sweat + Float Studio will officially open on Monday March 25, 2024. Opening day festivities will feature an official ribbon cutting ceremony by Georgetown Mainstreet, music by local handpan […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Condom Nation,” on our nation’s history of birth control and debates over its use, with Alexandra Lord, chair and curator of the division of medicine […]
Who run the world? Girls! Join us to celebrate Women’s History Month at our happy hour trivia at the National Portrait Gallery. With our friends from New Columbia Pub Quiz, we will test your knowledge of incredible women in our collection, including none other than Beyoncé! Our free collections-themed trivia game can be played individually […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting “Walk-In Wednesdays” hiring events every Wednesday between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. At the events, interested applicants will be able to explore career opportunities in a variety of resort departments, and take part in on-the-spot interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to fill out an […]
Seven women will take the stage on March 27, 2024, to share their incredible true stories. She Comes First is Story District’s annual Women’s History Month celebration. In this beloved […]
The renowned abolitionist, author and orator Frederick Douglass was the most photographed American of the 19th century. In conjunction with the National Portrait Gallery’s exhibition “One Life: Frederick Douglass,” this panel discussion will explore the ways Douglass used speeches, personal narrative and images to further his activism. Hear from the exhibition’s co-curators, John Stauffer, the […]
Presenting Jane Franklin Dance at Athenaeum, featuring a movement response to the works of Christine Ruksenas-Burton and recent dances by Ryan Carlough, Jane Franklin, Kelsey Rohr and Christopher Saunders. Houseless by Jane Franklin is danced to a poem of the same name by Bennie Herron. “Herron’s verse style is informed in part by the socially […]
When: Friday, March 29 through Monday, April 1 Friday, March 29 and Saturday, March 30 from 9am to 7pm Sunday, March 31 and Monday, April 1 from 9am to 4pm Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com Don your favorite Easter bonnet and attire (you could win a prize!) and celebrate […]
Join us in a lively egg hunt and egg roll during this spring tradition.
Cleaning out her grandmother’s home, Ellen Rabinowitz discovers the photograph of an anonymous soldier tucked away in a box of keepsakes. And so begins Unknown Soldier, a sweeping, elegiac musical from Daniel Goldstein and the late Michael Friedman on a woman’s journey to unearth the secrets of her family’s past… and which will chart her future.
Join us in a lively egg hunt and egg roll during this spring tradition.
For the first time in decades, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – a historically intimidating and challenging application, particularly for first generation college students – has been […]
Hop over to The Capital Wheel Easter Weekend to meet the Easter Bunny! He’s egg-cited to greet kids of all ages Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. […]
Hop over to The Capital Wheel Easter Weekend to meet the Easter Bunny! He’s egg-cited to greet kids of all ages Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. […]
Saturday, March 30 - 12 to 3:00 P.M. Students will learn how to use several different types of watercolor paints (tube, liquid and pencils) and approach them in a contemporary way using many household items to manipulate the paint. The class is designed as an introduction to watercolor painting and techniques and is great for […]
Mason Exhibitions Arlington will host an interactive theater experience with Voices Unbarred. Voices Unbarred employs a tactic of Theater of the Oppressed, a revolutionary art form that helps people analyze the world around them, explore social and political issues, and create solutions, to examine issues surrounding incarceration. It employs games, dialogue, and interaction between audience […]
Hop over to The Capital Wheel Easter Weekend to meet the Easter Bunny! He’s egg-cited to greet kids of all ages Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. […]
IN Series is pleased to announce a free film screening of its animated Spanish language reimagining of Puccini’s beloved classic, BOHEME in the Heights on Saturday, March 30 at 3 p.m. at Dupont Underground. Colorfully depicted in a fictionalized Columbia Heights during the winter and spring of 2020, this innovative opera-film celebrates the exuberant creative […]
You are invited to celebrate Easter with us at National Presbyterian Church on Easter Sunday, March 31 at 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 am. Come and discover the best news of all time: He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Matthew 28:6 This season, we will journey together through Jesus’ sacrifice for […]
Come celebrate the Resurrection with joyful worship and lots of special music, including Beethoven’s Hallelujah Chorus and a bell choir performance. Weather permitting, the celebration will continue with food and fellowship at coffee hour outside on the front steps. Join us at eleven in person at 3133 Dumbarton Street NW in Georgetown or by Zoom, […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting an extravagant holiday brunch for Easter in its newly-renovated Waters Edge Grill. The brunch will feature a selection of […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting an extravagant holiday brunch for Easter in its newly-renovated Waters Edge Grill. The brunch will feature a selection of […]
On Easter Sunday, Skydome welcomes guests to enjoy a gourmet brunch masterfully curated by Executive Chef, Chris Murry and Chef de Cuisine, Guy Ododi. The menu selection will include market fresh options like Citrus Poached Shrimp and a Beet Goat Cheese Salad, as well as a carving station featuring Herb-Crusted Prime Rib. Brunch favorites such […]
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 […]
Join us for a conversation between César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of Migrating to Prisons and Welcome the Wretched: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien” and Adina Appelbaum, Program Director, Immigration Impact Lab.
Join us for a conversation between César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of Migrating to Prisons and Welcome the Wretched: In Defense of the “Criminal Alien” and Adina Appelbaum, Program Director, Immigration Impact Lab.
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Rethinking Sanctions,” an evidence-based look at a common foreign-policy tool, with Narges Bajoghli, assistant professor of Middle East Studies at Johns Hopkins University’s School of […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting “Walk-In Wednesdays” hiring events every Wednesday between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. At the events, interested applicants will be […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting “Walk-In Wednesdays” hiring events every Wednesday between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. At the events, interested applicants will be able to explore career opportunities in a variety of resort departments, and take part in on-the-spot interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to fill out an […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Raccoons Unmasked,” with John Hadidian, urban wildlife expert and instructor in natural resources for Virginia Tech. Biologist John Hadidian spent more than 10 years hot […]
S&R Evermay invites you to Spring Open Studios at The Fillmore School on April 21st. The Fillmore School Studio Prize Artists will open their spaces to the community for viewing and art purchase. Along with Fillmore School Artists, The Residents Collective will have an exhibition on display. Admission is free and parking is available in […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to one of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday, April 6th and 7th, 2024. On April 6th and 7th, Bank of America cardholders will have the opportunity to visit two new exhibitions at […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to one of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday, April 6th and 7th, 2024. On April 6th and 7th, Bank of America cardholders will have the opportunity to visit two new exhibitions at […]
Celebrate spring and DC’s beloved cherry blossoms with a festive family workshop cohosted by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. This hands-on preservation workshop is designed for children ages three to eight and their caretakers at the National Museum of Asian Art. Attendees are joined by conservators from SAAM […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to one of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday, April 6th and 7th, 2024. On April 6th and 7th, Bank of America cardholders will have the opportunity to visit The Phillips Collection’s spring […]
There was huge admiration for all things Japanese in the second half of the nineteenth century both in Europe and America. In this talk, senior lecturer, David Gariff, explores the late nineteenth-century vogue for “japonisme” in the art of Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, James McNeill Whistler, William Merritt Chase, and others. This hybrid lecture is offered […]
Director Kinuyo Tanaka’s first film in both color and Cinemascope is an epic about a woman caught in the torrents of history. Based on the memoirs of Hiro Saga, The Wandering Princess depicts the story of Ryuko (Machiko Kyo), an aristocrat who, at the outset of World War II, is forced to marry Futetsu (Eiji […]
Join us for a tour of In the Library: Latin American Architecture in Circulation. This exhibition explores the transformation of buildings in Latin American through colonialism, independence, and contemporary history, as well as the people who used them. Architectural historian and Library image specialist for architecture Elisabeth Narkin will lead you through this collection of […]
When their Editor-in-Chief gets caught using some unexpected profanity, the employees of Webster’s Dictionary find themselves at the center of an internet uprising over gender and obscenity in the age of social media. As office politics collide with ambition, morality, and lexicography, the future of the English language hangs in the balance. A comedy about […]
With Girls of the Night, director Kinuyo Tanaka reunited with screenwriter Sumie Tanaka to explore the reformation of prostitutes. The film follows Kuniko (Hisako Hara), an escort who enters a rehabilitation center after the Prostitution Prevention Law in Japan prohibits her line of work. But creating a new life proves treacherous—wherever Kuniko goes, the past […]
As part of the “What Makes Us Human in the Age of AI” series co-organized by the Georgetown Humanities Initiative and the Center for Digital Ethics, a conversation with NYT […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Shogun and Samurai,” a look at warriors and their leaders in feudal Japan, with Constantine Vaporis, historian and founder of the Asian Studies program at […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Treason of Benedict Arnold,” an in-depth look at one of America’s most despised figures, with Richard Bell, professor of history at the University of […]
On April 9th, 2024, Mason Chamber Singers, under the direction of Dr. Lisa Billingham, and in collaboration with Mason School of Engineering, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mason faculty and alumni, presents “Flying to the Stars: Da Vinci and Beyond.” This unique, modern, and technically innovative concert epitomizes a collaborative effort. A multi-media concert […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting “Walk-In Wednesdays” hiring events every Wednesday between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. At the events, interested applicants will be able to explore career opportunities in a variety of resort departments, and take part in on-the-spot interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to fill out an […]
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is hosting “Walk-In Wednesdays” hiring events every Wednesday between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. At the events, interested applicants will be able to explore career opportunities in a variety of resort departments, and take part in on-the-spot interviews. Interested applicants are encouraged to fill out an […]
This happy hour is calling for some fine wines and even finer tunes! Blow off some steam with wine specials and live entertainment at Lady Madison: THIS WEEK’S FEATURE Pinot Noir is a red-wine grape variety of the species Vitis vinifera. The name may also refer to wines created predominantly from pinot noir grapes. The […]
Join Sitar Arts Center on Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 PM to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with legendary jazz producer Omrao Brown, our featured guest for the second installment of the Artists at Work Speakers Series. Artists at Work gives you exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to DC's most exciting arts venues through the personal stories of […]
Printmaking is magic! Well, kind of - sometimes it can feel like magic when you have the ability to take your original drawings and designs and reproduce them in infinite variations! This course is designed as an entry point into the fun and versatile world of printmaking beyond what is typically offered in school curriculum. […]
Join Etai for a hands-on printmaking experience using a print press, specially designed for kids and teens, and unleash your creativity! Printmaking is magic! Well, kind of - sometimes it can feel like magic when you have the ability to take your original drawings and designs and reproduce them in infinite variations! This course is […]
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 that invoke a multisensory experience. Free | Registration required Smithsonian American Art Museum Online
This eight-week class is an introduction to intaglio printmaking with a press, designed to familiarize students with a broad spectrum of techniques and materials for intaglio printmaking without acid or ferric chloride. Each class session will include a step-by-step instructor demo, relevant examples from historical and contemporary print artists, and time for students to develop […]
Join Faith and Stephen Brown to celebrate their major gift of Amish quilts to the Smithsonian American Art Museum with an in-depth tour of Pattern and Paradox: The Quilts of Amish Women. The Browns will be joined by Leslie Umberger, SAAM's curator of folk and self-taught art, as they lead a discussion about Amish quilts […]
Empowering Parents, Celebrating Families, Supporting Health! Join us for a panel of experts, baby wearing demonstrations, healthy meal demonstrations, connections to local resources and baby item giveaways. There will be FREE Giant Good Gift Cards, while supplies last so be sure to arrive and take part in the fun! The event will be held at […]
Empowering Parents, Celebrating Families, Supporting Health! Join us for a panel of experts, baby wearing demonstrations, healthy meal demonstrations, connections to local resources and baby item giveaways. There will be FREE Giant Good Gift Cards, while supplies last so be sure to arrive and take part in the fun!
Profs and Pints DC presents: “When Washington Burned,” a detailed look at the devastating 1814 British attack on the Capitol, with Denver Brunsman, associate professor of history at George Washington […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music with your United States Navy Band, led by guest conductor Dr. Rebecca Phillips. This special concert, taking place on April 12, 2024, at 7:30pm at the Montgomery College Cultural Arts Center, features a captivating program including Wagner's powerful "Introduction to Act III of Lohengrin," Sousa's energetic "The […]
Embark on a musical odyssey at the Opening Concert of WoCo Fest 2024: Evolve! Be dazzled with a world-premiere performance by Thalea String Quartet, a charming Bandoneon and cello duo, and so much more to discover. The opening concert will highlight a vast array of talented DC-based musicians that capture the imagination, with something for […]
World Premiere of a new Play! Western civilization collapses during an economic upheaval. Pestilence, violence and war drive people away from the cities. Mary and Joe survive in the sand-dunes desalinating sea water with a ramshackle still Joe has devised. They eat insects and any scarce crustaceans they are able to scavenge. Their love is […]
Come out one and all to join this scenic, flat 5k in the heart of DC near the nation’s Capitol! Runners will receive a Finisher’s Medal, Technical (Drifit) Event Shirt and a Chip Timed Event. Walkers and strollers are welcome. WHAT: 2nd Annual Alex Manfull Fund 5K WHERE: Hains Point, Washington, DC. WHEN: Sat., April […]
Come out one and all to join this scenic, flat 5k in the heart of DC near the nation’s Capitol! Runners will receive a Finisher’s Medal, Technical (Drifit) Event Shirt and a Chip Timed Event. Walkers and strollers are welcome. WHAT: 2nd Annual Alex Manfull Fund 5K WHERE: Hains Point, Washington, DC. WHEN: Sat., April […]
Join us for the second annual Georgetown Flower Tour on April 13. Visit Georgetown Main Street local businesses to build a bouquet. The Flower Tour is part of Georgetown Main Street's Second Saturday program, have a look at our website for additional discounts and experiences happening April 13. What is the Flower Tour? Visit a […]
Love Under the Crucifix is a film about the tragic love of Ogin, the daughter of a master of the Japanese tea ceremony (Sado), and a Christian Samurai lord, Takayama Ukon, based on a novel by Kon Toukou. Ogin marries a wealthy merchant despite being in love with Ukon. She is also asked to become […]
Experience the harmonious blend of nature and music at the enchanting meadow concert hosted at Tregaron Conservatory. Nestled amidst a picturesque landscape, the air fills with the mesmerizing sounds of talented musicians whose songs resonate with the chirping birds and gentle breeze. This unique fusion of serene ambiance and music creates an ethereal atmosphere, where […]
Calloway Fine Art & Consulting is pleased to showcase the recent works of Matt Langley and Karen Sharer. Color is the thread that connects these two abstract artists. The styles differ but the color sensibility in their work is equally stunning. Together, Langley and Scharer's exhibition will be a beautiful complement of color.
Rev. Cornwell of Dumbarton United Methodist Church, author of "Daring Adventures: Helping Gender-Diverse Kids and Their Families Thrive" will appear with Dr. Matt Salmon, author of "Pride & Prejudice: Healing Division in the Modern Family” to discuss their books at Busboys & Poets, at 450 K Street, NW, Washington, DC on April 13th at 5 […]
Join musicians of Capital City Symphony for an evening of extraordinary chamber music. This special program celebrates the rich talent in our very own orchestra, and features original musical compositions by four of our multi-talented musicians. Don't miss this beautiful afternoon of music! Original chamber music compositions by: Andrew Acquaviva ~ Eric Hall ~ Daniel […]
A season celebrating excellent women in music comes to a stunning conclusion with Diane Schuur, the incomparable jazz vocalist and pianist. With an incredible twenty-six albums under her belt, not to mention two GRAMMY wins, Ms. Schuur is a clear leader in her field. She has made eleven appearances as Johnny Carson's guest on NBC's […]
In this workshop, founder Hailey Rohn of Wildry will lead participants in creating ornaments made of pressed flowers in delicate glass frames. Wildry's mission is to create one-of-a-kind, beautiful floral art and goods to brighten your home in a local, sustainable way. Please note that space is limited for this program. Participants must register by […]
Honor D.C. Emancipation Day with a walking tour that starts where Black Washingtonians originally celebrated their freedom from enslavement: Franklin Park in downtown D.C. Starting in 1866, thousands of Black […]
Join the Portrait Gallery’s Senior Curator of Photographs Ann Shumard for a lively tour of “Star Power: Photographs from Hollywood’s Golden Age by George Hurrell.” These vintage prints from the 1930s and ‘40s feature Joan Crawford, Clark Gable, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, Anna May Wong and more Golden-Age favorites!
Celebrate the electrifying finale of WoCo Fest 2024: Evolve with jazz legend, Terri Lyne Carrington. Terri Lyne is a four-time Grammy Award-winning drummer, producer, and educator, and has performed on more than 100 recordings spanning her 40-year career. She has worked tirelessly to fight for inclusivity and elevate the voice of women, trans, and non-binary […]
Three-part film series. Free. Registration required. Since the early 1990s, Cauleen Smith has created over two dozen short films and videos that move between genres and media with remarkable fluidity and self-assuredness. Each short film can be seen as a brief chapter in the artist’s larger project: an ongoing weave of concerns expressed in her […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Secrets of Runes,” on the origins, development, and interpretation of the runic script, with Lilla Kopár, runologist and a professor of medieval literature and […]
Join multidisciplinary artist Spencer Finch in conversation with Sarah Newman, SAAM’s James Dicke Curator of Contemporary Art. Finch is best known for his large-scale, site-specific works that explore changing landscapes, such as the Hudson River and Great Salt Lake. Through his work, he touches on the ideas of memory, environmentalism, the passage of time, and […]
Join multidisciplinary artist Spencer Finch in conversation with Sarah Newman, SAAM’s James Dicke Curator of Contemporary Art. Finch is best known for his large-scale, site-specific works that explore changing landscapes, such as the Hudson River and Great Salt Lake. Through his work, he touches on the ideas of memory, environmentalism, the passage of time, and […]
