Giant Used Book and Bake Sale in Arlington!
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 […]
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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 […]
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, […]
The Kreeger Museum is pleased to present Simmie Knox: Selected Works, on view from February 15th through April 26th, 2025. Works on view include three abstract paintings from 1970 and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 the history department at George Washington University and scholar of the American Revolution and early American republic. If it’s Presidents’ Day it’s time for historian […]
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, professor of medieval literature and author of several books on the Middle Ages. Back at Penn Social by popular demand: A fascinating, rollicking look at […]
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 […]
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 & […]
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 […]
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 — […]
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 at the University of the District of Columbia and pioneer in the growing field of Singles Studies. All around us are messages that being “coupled […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 you prefer a chair or a mat. Water bottles and yoga mats are not permitted inside the Museum. Limited parking is available on site. Only […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 British and Irish news. After centuries of struggle, Irish men and women won their freedom from Great Britain after waging a war that set the […]
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 Earth in search of a male to continue the human race.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Spring Wine Fling, presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns on the first day of spring, March 20, through March 31. The annual dining promotion, highlighting food and wine pairings at participating restaurants across the DC region, offers a two-course dinner with two glasses of wine for $55 per person. As spring approaches, diners […]
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 Gallery’s director. This talk is held in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the National Gallery’s Collectors Committee. Founded in 1975 to build the collection […]
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 field opened to underrepresented voices. Artists explored questions still with us today around the ethics, truth, and power of photography.
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 wish to use. During practice, please refrain from using your phone and taking photos to ensure everyone's privacy. Note that this class will be held […]
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 […]
Applause Unlimited celebrates one of the 20th century’s greatest storytellers with their award-winning show, “The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen.” Sometimes serious and heartwarming, sometimes downright silly, but always fun, […]
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 […]
Experience a guided tour of Tudor Place with an emphasis on the women who lived and worked here. Descendants of Martha Washington, both free and enslaved, the women of Tudor […]
The Young Archaeologists' Club is for middle-school aged youth interested in archaeology. Students will work with professional archaeologists and explore archaeological science through hands-on activities, crafts, and games. Participation is free, but registration is required. The full schedule includes a rotation of eight in-person locations, one in each Ward of Washington, DC, and virtual options […]
Listen to singers from the Denyce Graves Foundation in a concert honoring the exhibition Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist, on view through July 6, 2025. Titled Art and Soul: […]
With the 2025 baseball season officially underway, Capital One – the official bank and credit card partner of Major League Baseball – is offering free handcrafted drinks at its DC […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Democracy Born in Darkness,” on the shady, partisan, violent origins of American political media, with Jon Grinspan, award-winning curator of political history at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. As Americans try to navigate a shifting media landscape at a time when objective journalism seems under assault, it’s worth […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Bird Songs—A Listeners’ Guide,” on hearing and understanding our feathered friends’ messages, with Stephen Ferguson, visiting assistant professor of biology at the University of Richmond […]
Join us on May 5 at 4 PM at the majestic Netherlands Carillon, a musical monument (bell tower) overlooking Washington, D.C., for an unforgettable Freedom Concert celebrating 80 years of […]
The Wiper Week initiative will give away windshield wiper replacements and installation absolutely free. Wiper Week is a collaborative initiative to increase safe driving in our nation’s capital and to […]
Join us on Thursday, April 3, 2025, for Bumper Car Squares at Glen Echo Park! The Partnership presents a special series of square dances in the Bumper Car Pavilion, every […]
Join the Airmen of Note for a Jazz Heritage Series concert featuring guitarist Pasquale Grasso! Mr. Grasso is an acclaimed Italian jazz guitarist celebrated for his virtuosic technique, blending the […]
Boom! Lawyered and the Feminist Buzzkills Podcast are coming to DC for one hilarious, live co-podcast April 3rd at The Black Cat. These two podcasts are known for exposing every […]
On the first Saturday of each month the National Gallery springs to life with a variety of engaging activities for all ages. All activities are free, and most are first […]
We are continually grasping at the eight extremes of phenomena. For a qualified meditator single pointedly absorbed in emptiness, there is no difference between the eight extremes of phenomena: production, […]
Weaving Family Threads Saturday and Sunday, April 5–6, 10 AM–5 PM Visit the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian to see the first-ever retrospective of Diné fiber artist DY […]
The National Chamber Ensemble (NCE) brings the combined talents of two extraordinary musical artists in a program featuring works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Lowell Liebermann and Johannes Brahms. NCE Artistic […]
Join us for a presentation by Chakaia Booker to celebrate opening weekend of In the Tower: Chakaia Booker: Treading New Ground, on view April 5–August 3, 2025. For over four […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Trump and Terrorism,” on the Trump administration’s counterterrorism policies and their likely impact at home and abroad, with Jacob Ware, research fellow at the Council […]
Come to tea & meet 50 Cherry Blossom Princesses. DOORS OPEN & TOUR: 2:00 PM TEA: 3:30 PM Includes: tea, sweets, Cherry Blossom Exhibit, and touring the Secret Door Museum. […]
Come to tea & meet 50 Cherry Blossom Princesses. DOORS OPEN & TOUR: 4:00 PM TEA: 5:30 PM Includes: tea, sweets, Cherry Blossom Exhibit, and touring the Secret Door Museum. […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Bagpipe of Ireland and Scotland,” on the intertwined roots of two cultures and an instrument that unites them, a talk and performance by Edward […]
Join us for an interactive evening of hands-on facilitation practice, featuring Click by Jake Knapp! Whether you're an experienced facilitator or just starting out, this session is a unique opportunity […]
Discover the beauty of meditating on the basics of Buddhism and lift your mind out of the ordinary. The two main trainings on the path to enlightenment, compassion and wisdom, […]