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Zakir Hussain, tabla Jayanthi Kumaresh, veena Kala Ramnath, Carnatic violin Thursday, April 14, 8pm Sixth & I A hallmark of tabla maestro and Washington Performing Arts audience favorite Zakir Hussain’s iconic career has been his groundbreaking work in fostering musical dialogues between Hindustani (North Indian) and Carnatic (South Indian) music. The title of this performance […]
Philadelphia-Based Artist’s NFT Auction Benefits Ukrainian Refugees & Pays Homage to World’s Youngest Peace Ambassador 100% of Net Proceeds from Online Auction (April 15-29) to be Donated to Non-Profits Philadelphia-based artist Dori Desautel Broudy, known for her mission-driven artwork, will delve into the NFT art world with an unprecedented two week online auction whose purpose […]
April is National Architecture Month! Celebrate by learning about how Dumbarton House and its surrounding landscape have changed since it was built in 1799. Explore what it means to be a “Federal period” site in the new capital city and imagine what it might have looked like with 8.5 acres of open land, multiple outbuildings, […]
Rejoice with National Presbyterian Church in the resurrection of our Lord! Celebrate the Lord’s triumphant resurrection with us on April 17, Easter Sunday at worship in-person and online at 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 am. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for kids ages preschool-5th grade immediately following the 10:00 am service. For more information, […]
Celebrate Easter with joyful music and wonderful singing
*Explore movement and performance in a creative project Forty+ Projects explore movement and performance technique within a creative premise. Get invaluable health benefits from exercise including improved strength, physical function. Forty+ meets weekly, in-person at 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive. Each project celebrates the collective creativity of people past the age of 40 and […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Inside Pirates’ Taverns,” a look at the crucial role that bars catering to pirates and smugglers played in the Atlantic economy and the colonization of […]
NEWSBASH RETURNS FOR 12th ANNUAL BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER BENEFITING BREAST CARE FOR WASHINGTON More Than 30 Female DC Newswomen Come Together for Night of Cocktails and Community at Pearl Street Warehouse WASHINGTON, […]
SAVE THE DATE: 6/3 – 6/5: AWESOME CON 2022 Washington, D.C. (April 14, 2022) – Over 50,000 fans of comics, technology and science, television and film, custom art, and over-the-top cosplay will gather for the ninth annual celebration of geek culture at Awesome Con. The iconic three-day pop culture convention presented by LeftField Media returns […]
Visitors can join acclaimed artist Preston Singletary at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian May 7 and 8 and hear him discuss his art, his evolution as an artist and the inspiration for the exhibition “Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight,” which is on view at the museum in Washington, D.C., […]
Since its inception in 2001, the Washington Award has recognized talented artists in the fields of music, dance, and visual arts. This year, in a renewed commitment to support our local community, applicants must show that they are either a resident of the greater Washington, DC area or that their work will be presented in […]
Dig into the world of worms and how they help make a garden beautiful! Perfect for young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers, Tudor Tots is […]
Introduce students to our nation’s past! Through hands-on programming at Dumbarton House, homeschool students ages 5-12 are invited to “travel back in time” 220 years and explore the early history […]
Introduce students to our nation’s past! Through hands-on programming at Dumbarton House, homeschool students ages 5-12 are invited to “travel back in time” 220 years and explore the early history of Washington D.C. Each program includes an interactive tour of the museum, snack, and an activity. April 20: Bygone Games With a scavenger hunt, students […]
College students are invited to share their ideas for a new membership program launching in August 2022. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Members: Free | Non-members: Free
Experience Dumbarton House in a whole new light and explore the power of storytelling in this after-hours drop-in program. Join your friends and neighbors as we listen to Taylor Carson, an Arlington-based folk singer, as he takes us on a musical journey. Connect with stories of America’s veterans through the Library of Congress’ Veterans History […]
April Thursday GP Series Happy Whatever Happens Each and every one of us has the capacity to keep a peaceful mind even when things go wrong. Unfortunately, some mental habits, […]
Panel Discussion and Film Screenings Across the country, sites sacred to Indigenous communities are at risk due to environmental changes, population growth, tourism, and natural resource extraction. As part of […]
WHAT: The Boro, Tysons’ premier destination for luxury urban living in the heart of Northern Virginia, is hosting its first-ever Kite Fest to welcome the new season and warmer days […]
The GenOUT Youth Chorus returns for their annual concert, Youth Invasion. Under the direction of C. Paul Heins, the concert will feature special guest Mosaic Harmony, the Virginia based community choir focused on diversity and inclusion. Youth Invasion April 23, 2022 at 3PM THEARC Theater 1901 Mississippi Ave SE April 24, 2022 at 3PM (ASL) […]
BARBER & BRAHMS – Resilience James Ross, Music Director Dylana Jenson, violin Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center On April 23, violinist Dylana Jenson sparks joy with her rendition of Barber’s Violin Concerto. ASO presents Brahms’ First Symphony and Brian Prechtl’s Tribute featuring students from Sympatico […]
GenOUT YOUTH INVASION April 24, 2022 MLK Library Tickets: $25 (free for 18 and under.) GMCW’s GenOUT Youth Chorus returns for their annual concert, Youth Invasion. Under the direction of C. Paul Heins, the concert will feature special guest Mosaic Harmony, the Virginia based community choirfocused on diversity and inclusion
In our brand new Flower Power workshop, Juniors will learn about the science and language of flowers by exploring Dumbarton House’s museum and garden! Juniors will learn about the parts and uses of flowers during the Federal period, make their own paper flowers, and learn about “floriography” or the secret language of flowers. This program […]
This tour explores the historic property and the 8-acre urban farm that once surrounded the home. Tour guide Dwane Starlin will lead a deep dive into the plants, historic and modern, in the gardens. Learn how Dumbarton House and the surrounding neighborhood of Georgetown changed over the past 200+ years while appreciating the beauty of […]
BARBER & BRAHMS – Resilience James Ross, Music Director Dylana Jenson, violin Sunday, April 24, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. George Washington Masonic Memorial On April 24, violinist Dylana Jenson sparks joy with her rendition of Barber’s Violin Concerto. ASO also presents Brahms’ First Symphony, inspired by Beethoven and 20 years in the making. Masks are […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Uncovering the Cold War,” a look at discovered truths about the decades-long superpower conflict and what they tell us about its potential return, with James […]
In a triumphant return to the stage after the pandemic, Moveius Contemporary Ballet offers three compelling dance works inspired by phenomena that elicit a sense of wonder: the cosmos, nature, and music. Diana Movius’ powerful choreography blends contemporary athleticism with ballet technique, highlighting the strength of the company’s DC-based professional dancers. The show opens with […]
Joyce DiDonato, mezzo-soprano il Pomo d’Oro Sunday, April 24, 7pm The Music Center at Strathmore Famed for a “presence felt with immediacy—vocally, viscerally, and with virtuosic impact” (Opera Today), Joyce DiDonato returns to Washington Performing Arts with a new, visionary passion project: Eden. Weaving together elements of theater and music—including works by Handel, Ives, Gluck, […]
Join Lindsay MacDougall, a licensed acupuncturist, for a critical look at religion and spirituality in acupuncture theory. She will also recount her shamanic experience with the Santo Daime, a spiritist […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “How Putin Speaks,” an analysis of what the Russian leader’s words reveal about his thinking and motives, with Ksenia Turkova, linguist, Voice of America journalist, […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Titanic Mistakes,” an in-depth analysis of what doomed the famous ship, with Vincent Brannigan, professor emeritus of the University of Maryland's Clark School of Engineering. […]
What makes Southeast DC, "Southeast"? Hear Dr. Jessi Grieser, Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville - trace the history of Black migration to and through the District and […]
What makes Southeast DC, "Southeast"? Hear Dr. Jessi Grieser, Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville - trace the history of Black migration to and through the District and then zero in on the state of Black D.C
MICHELINE KLAGSBRUN CROSSINGS New mixed media work April 27- May 21, 2022 Reception: May 7, 3-6 pm. Klagsbrun’s latest exhibition expands on her acclaimed vision of Night Boats as shown in 2021. Wall-hung mixed-media work will be displayed together with a new fleet of Night Boat sculptures, addressing the notion of a fraught crossing from […]
On Thursday, April 28, at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., Freedom Forum will host the 2022 Free Expression Awards, a gala event celebrating the First Amendment and outstanding champions of free and fearless expression. Comedian and […]
All Aboard Our Heritage: CELEBRATING THE RETURN OF THE CANAL BOAT! Thursday, April 28, 6:00-8:00 pm The Georgetown Heritage Board of Directors, and co-chairs Heather Muir Johnson and Brooke Stroud, […]
National Cherry Blossom Festival Invites Guests to Celebrate Spring in Style at the Pink Tie Dinner Party Fundraiser Tickets on sale now for annual party with a purpose Washington, D.C. – Toast to the Festival season […]
(Washington, DC) – Theater J and Mosaic Theater, both located in Washington, DC, are collaborating to produce an evening of short Ukrainian plays benefiting Ukrainian charities. The in-person event, consisting of readings of short […]
Greetings. We are organising the 11th Global Pharmaceuticals & Pharmacy Networking Conferences on April 29-30, 2022 in Dubai, UAE & Online. The Pharma Conference revolves around the theme – “Discover […]
WHAT: Reveal of the winner of the 2022 Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition and preview of “The Outwin 2022: American Portraiture Today” WHEN: Friday, April 29 10–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery Eighth and G streets N.W. WHO: Kim Sajet, director of the National Portrait Gallery Taína Caragol, curator of painting, sculpture, and Latinx art and […]
Our 19th annual Georgetown French Market is this Friday, April 29 - Sunday, May 1 (10 am - 5 pm on Friday & Saturday, and 12 pm - 5 pm […]
Discover the history of the trees, what trees teach us about the past and earn your Trees badge.
Bring the whole family to Dumbarton House for an outdoor tea! Bring a picnic blanket and your favorite doll or teddy bear to enjoy individually packaged, tea boxes. Tea boxes include kid-friendly sandwiches, scones, fruit, and sweet treats. After tea, we will take a tour of the grounds and learn about the gardens before playing […]
Maryland Day returns to College Park! The University of Maryland invites you to unlock a world of learning, discovery and exploration at Maryland Day. Take part in hundreds of family-friendly events and interactive exhibits during a daylong celebration and inspiring journey across campus. The University of Maryland is hosting our largest community outreach event, Maryland […]
Maryland Day returns to College Park! The University of Maryland invites you to unlock a world of learning, discovery and exploration at Maryland Day. Take part in hundreds of family-friendly events and interactive exhibits during a daylong celebration and inspiring journey across campus. The University of Maryland is hosting our largest community outreach event, Maryland […]
Maryland Day returns to College Park! The University of Maryland invites you to unlock a world of learning, discovery and exploration at Maryland Day. Take part in hundreds of family-friendly events and interactive exhibits during a daylong celebration and inspiring journey across campus. The University of Maryland is hosting our largest community outreach event, Maryland […]
Howard Alan Events is proud to bring the nation’s top artists to Chevy Chase / Washington, DC. Located along the pedestrian-friendly walks of the Shops at Wisconsin Place, visitors will have the opportunity to discover handmade-in-the-USA, original works of art across every medium. HAE's careful vetting process ensures the finest and most diverse offerings of […]
Join us for a festival event in celebration of Glen Echo Park's 101-year-old Dentzel Carousel as it opens for the season! In addition to riding the carousel, families are welcome to enjoy many other FREE activities throughout the Park, including live music & performances, kids' arts & crafts, open artist studios & galleries, and lots […]
Saturday, Apr 30, 8pm Sixth & I The “effortlessly hip” (Guardian), Grammy-winning jazz pianist and UNESCO Artist for Peace Danilo Pérez unites his twin passions of music and humanitarianism in this international sextet. The Panamanian-born Pérez and his bandmates—hailing from Palestine, Greece, and Jordan—contribute their respective cultural learnings and personal experiences with the goal of […]
"Becoming Chinese American"New Perspectives case outside "Girlhood (It's complicated)"Closing June 28Second Floor, East Chinese American Virginia Lee wore the vest and trousers on display in the early 1900s. Born in the United States but raised in immigrant households, Chinese American girls embodied multiple cultures. They were expected to conform to American culture while maintaining Chinese […]
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., March 30, 2022—National Harbor brings back its popular Movies on the Potomac series from May 1 through September 30. Every Thursday (“date night”) at 7 p.m. and Sunday […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Democratic Party’s Path,” a look at how it prevailed in past elections and could dominate again in the future, with Michael Kazin, professor of […]
This event is to raise funds and awareness for young displaced mothers and their children who reside in the Turning Point Center for Women and Children located in Washington, D.C. Mothers ages 18-28 are accepted into the program. Typically, these mothers have aged out of the foster care system or have been turned out into […]
A celebration of all things teacher exclusively for administrators, school leaders, and educators. The event will include complimentary champagne and cupcakes. The event takes place from 4 pm - 6 […]
On May 3, join us for a new documentary film about what happens when one steel union chooses to fight back. In March of 2021, the steelworkers of USW 1196 […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Black Barber Shops—a Social History,” an exploration of the shifting and vital roles such institutions have played in American civil society, with Quincy T. Mills, […]
WHATThe Power of Female Art and Friendship: Remedios Varo and Camille Claudel in The SculptressJoin the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) and the ExPats Theatre for an exploration of Marilyn Millstone’s award-winning play The Sculptress. Actors will read scenes, directed by Karin Rosnizeck, and a discussion with the playwright will follow. The Sculptress depicts a fictional friendship between the […]
See clothing, artworks and accessories that express the family’s interest in the recreational sport of hunting.
See clothing, artworks and accessories that express the family’s interest in the recreational sport of hunting.
See clothing, artworks and accessories that express the family’s interest in the recreational sport of hunting.
Reaching out today on behalf of Pop Up Grocer to share that the experience-first grocery store is coming to Washington, DC this spring! From May 6th to June 5th, Pop […]
Pop Up Grocer, a traveling grocery store designed for discovery, is making its DC debut. Opening Friday, May 6 in DC’s Union Market neighborhood, Minor Figures will be one of […]
Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) farmer’s market reopens Friday, May 6 for its 14th season. The market will offer fresh and seasonal fruits, vegetables, plants, and animal proteins along […]
WHATThe Tea: CecilyJoin the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) for The Tea, a series of virtual live performances by women musicians. DC-based vocalist and songwriter Cecily is known for her agile soprano and honest lyrics. Her sound is rooted in deep appreciation for mid-century soul and jazz, 90s R&B and re-imagined folk music. Over […]
In honor of the 90th anniversary of the museum’s opening in 1932, join Dumbarton House staff as we travel back in time during this virtual tour to see how the […]
Our sense that we are an island, an independent, self-sufficient individual bears no relation to reality. It is closer to the truth to picture ourselves as a cell in the […]
Join us in person. Meet renowned Tlingit artist Preston Singletary, who will talk about his art and evolution as an artist, and his inspiration for the current exhibition “Raven and […]
Take a pilgrimage in Georgetown and discover 250 years of church life.There will be pilgrim passports and prizes for visiting Mt. Zion Church, Female Union Band Society and Dumbarton UMC
Join us for VisArts’ 10th Annual Rockville Arts Festival Saturday-Sunday, May 7-8, 2022, 10 AM-5 PM, in Rockville Town Square (Maryland Avenue & East Middle Lane) – rain or shine! […]
The relationship between a child and their mother is very special. The quality of this relationship can vary for each individual. Some of us have very close relationships with our […]
Meet Hanna Arendt! An interactive performance about the life of the famous political thinker. The Goethe-Institut and director Natsu Onoda Power present an interactive performance. Audience members will encounter five […]
Elegant Tudor Place teas nourish the appetite and satisfy the mind. A Tea & Tour is a lovely way to relax and learn about the legacy of mothers at this […]
Meet Hannah Arendt! An interactive performance about the life of the famous political thinker. The Goethe-Institut and director Natsu Onoda Power present an interactive performance. Audience members will encounter five […]
Greetings. On the behalf of Pathology Utilitarian Committee, we warmly welcome you to the 11th Emirates Pathology & Digital Pathology Utilitarian Conference (11EPUCG2022). The motto of the Pathology Conference –11EPUCG2022: […]
Fragile Beauty May 9 – July 1, 2022 I Street Galleries 200 I Street SE Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Website: https://dcarts.dc.gov/page/cah-juried-exhibition-fragile-beauty With this exhibition, 33 DC […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Cities After Covid,” an examination of how the pandemic has altered the status and future of urban centers, with John Rennie Short, geographer, scholar of […]
WHATNMWA xChange: MISS CHELOVEThe National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) monthly talk show connects viewers to the museum and its mission to champion women artists. On this […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Mermaid Tales,” a discussion of the enigmatic water spirits of East Slavic countries, with folklorist Philippa Rappoport of George Washington University. Be careful out there. According to Slavic folklore, May brings the arrival of Mermaid Week, a period in which mermaids, or rusalki, emerge from lakes and streams to water […]
HAIRSPRAY MAY 10-15, 2022 You Can’t Stop the Beat! HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award®-winning musical comedy phenomenon that inspired the blockbuster film and live television event, is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960’s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Camus and Crisis,” a look at what Albert Camus’s The Plague tells us about our own uncertain times, with Andrew Sobanet, professor of French and Francophone Studies at Georgetown University, teacher of a course on Camus, and scholar of twentieth-century European literature, culture, and history. Many of us chose over […]
Join Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC on May 12 at 5pm for the first episode of "Truth Be Told: Sex Positive Talks in the DMV." Hosted on IG Live, […]
Acclaimed String Quartet ETHEL Performs “Signature Sessions” at Kennedy Center 5/12 “They own their own music, and when they want it to roar, they roar.” – Los Angeles Times “ETHEL’s distinction derives from a thoroughgoing virtuosity, a strong group identity that nevertheless encourages individuality, and the warmly inclusive embrace of their audience. In the hands of […]
Friday, May 13 at 7:00 p.m. | Ellington's Performance Hall The Literary Media and Communications Department presents a gripping Spring Showcase: "Intimacy" - an exploration of our relationships with ourselves and our loved ones. Prepare to laugh, cry, love, and feel with these talented writers, filmmakers, and photographers. Their work will be shared in person, […]
Free Performance: This Is America Johnny Gandelsman, solo violin Friday, May 13, 8pm Coolidge Auditorium, The Library of Congress Best-known to D.C. audiences as a co-founder of the adventurous string quartet Brooklyn Rider, violinist Johnny Gandelsman has re-imagined the works of Bach, recording not only the complete violin sonatas and partitas, but also the complete […]
Help feed the hungry by dropping off non-perishable food donations at National Presbyterian Church, 9:30 am -12:30 pm on Saturday, May 14. We are collecting for Central Union Mission and […]
Discover bugs, birds and wildlife that live at Tudor Place while earning your Bug and Outdoor Adventurer badges.
WHATEVER HAPPENED TO DADDY’S LITTLE GIRL? Unraveling the Mystery; Healing the Pain; Creating the Resilience; Growing the Personal Power is a series of informative, interactive and fun workshops, coaching sessions […]
On behalf of our Board of Directors, GMCW is thrilled to invite you to our annual fundraiser, Spring Affair, to be held on May 14, 2022. The theme this year will be Once Upon A Time… as we return to the glamorous Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC for an evening of fun and excitement. Join us for […]
Tired of online shopping and looking for unique gifts instead? Support small, local businesses during this shopping extravaganza on the grounds of Dumbarton House! Vendors will be spaced throughout the […]
The Justice Arts Coalition is a national organization based in Silver Spring, Maryland, that unites systems-impacted artists and their allies to harness the transformative power of the arts to reimagine […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “American Dream, American Division,” a look at how our nation’s political landscape is being reshaped by declining faith in advancement through hard work, with Liz […]
Free Performance: Christopher Tin’s To Shiver the Sky The United States Air Force Band Col Don Schofield, commander & conductor Christopher Tin, conductor The Choral Arts Society of Washington Scott Tucker, artistic director Sunday, May 15, 7pm The Anthem After a year’s pandemic postponement, Christopher Tin’s monumental, multi-media salute to flight finally comes to the […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “A Guide to the Potomac’s Spring Life,” with T. Reid Nelson, assistant professor of fisheries ecology at George Mason University, and R. Christian Jones, professor […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Regime Change in Russia?” a look at Vladimir Putin’s prospects of being removed from power, with Brian K. Grodsky, professor of political science at the […]
Dr. Alan Kraut, Distinguished Professor of History at AU, will focus on one group of immigrants, the Irish, and the role they played in the economic and social development of […]
Explore the various habitats where animals live: on land, in the sea, in the sky and under ground.
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Confronting Catastrophe,” a historical look at how our culture has responded to huge loss, with Cynthia A. Kierner, professor of history at George Mason University […]
Tour runs approximately 2 hours. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for children. This tour will take you on a winding journey through an era in which the U Street neighborhood of Washington, DC was the center of a rise in African American music and intellectualism. The sound of jazz was everywhere, Langston Hughes and […]
See Dumbarton House in a whole new light by joining us for after-hours museum tours and birthday fun! Dumbarton House opened to the public 90 years ago, making us the […]
The acclaimed author of historical fiction set in Georgetown, Breena Clarke, will talk about her creative work, research, and the impact of recently learning about her ancestors' enslavement in the […]
