The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery will present an exhibition of portraits by the late Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Brian Lanker. “I Dream a World: Selections from Brian Lanker’s Portraits of Remarkable Black Women” celebrates the first exhibition of photographs from the “I Dream a World” project to be shown in Washington, D.C., in over 30 years. […]
"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 cooperative exhibition includes loans from the National Museum of American History. "Nation of Speed" will open in fall 2022 and is projected to be open for 10 […]
Downtown DC’s Outdoor, Pop-Up Bookstore Returns to Wilson Plaza Starting March 16! Join us on Woodrow Wilson Plaza (located on the external grounds of the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center) on the third Thursday of each month for Capital Book Fest, our pop-up book sale. From 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, shop thousands […]
We cordially invite you to attend the "13th American Healthcare & Hospital Management Summit; (13AHSUCG2023)," which will be conducted from November 15-18 as a hybrid event in Los Angeles, USA, and electronically, in the wake of the 11 prior-Healthcare conferences' tremendous success. The primary focus of the conference will be "Connecting Leaders in Healthcare Transformation […]
We cordially invite you to attend the "13th American Healthcare & Hospital Management Summit; (13AHSUCG2023)," which will be conducted from November 15-18 as a hybrid event in Los Angeles, USA, and electronically, in the wake of the 11 prior-Healthcare conferences' tremendous success. The primary focus of the conference will be "Connecting Leaders in Healthcare Transformation […]
In-Person Programs, June – Aug. Big Ideas Book Club Select Thursdays, June 1, July 6 & Aug. 3 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. G Street Lobby Early readers and their grown-up companions are invited to a book club highlighting big ideas about ourselves and others. Participants are encouraged to read a select picture book […]
From July 10 through September 15, noon - 1:00 pm on Wilson Plaza, join us for free lunchtime performances featuring the area's most talented entertainers. Enjoy a variety of musical flavors, such as jazz, reggae, rock, country, pop, rock and more. There is plenty of outdoor seating, so take the Metro, grab lunch and spend […]
Playing is learning! Join us the second Thursday of each month for Story Time at CJM, presented in partnership with PJ Library. Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and exploratory play as a means of reinforcing early literacy skills
Filled with warm humor and tremendous heart, Lynn Nottage’s SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each […]
To kick off the celebration, Martin's will be offering three course lunch and brunch specials for $25, including classics like fried green tomatoes and savory short ribs, as well as seasonal favorites gazpacho and peach cobbler. And we'll be revealing our specialty 90th Anniversary cocktail! Guests should submit their favorite memory of Martin's Tavern along […]
With practice, anyone can improve their drawing abilities. Students will gain knowledge of line, value, tone, negative space, and perspective in this course, and you’ll leave with the assurance to […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Making Sense of the 1990s,” a scholarly trip back to a perplexing decade, with W. Joseph Campbell, professor of communication at American University, teacher of […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “AI’s Promise and Pitfalls,” a forward-looking discussion of how artificial intelligence can be directed to do good rather than harm, with Mary “Missy” Cummings, professor […]
Roti is a round flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent. It’s made with whole-wheat flour known as atta, Mixed in to do with water, oil, and salt, in a mixing […]
Labor Day Weekend at Glen Echo Park provides an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the arts! The 52nd Annual Labor Day Art Show, running September 2-4 and held in the Spanish Ballroom, features the work of more than 200 artists from the mid-Atlantic region in varying artistic media, including sculpture, painting, drawing, ceramics, glass, […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to two of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday, September 2nd & 3rd, 2023. For the past 25 years, Bank of America has provided access to some of our nation’s greatest cultural experiences […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to two of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday, September 2nd & 3rd, 2023. This weekend will be cardholders’ last chance to experience Frank Stewart’s Nexus, An American Photographer’s Journey, 1960s to the […]
An ill-fated artist, an Ambassador's wife, a Baroness, and the most powerful woman in journalism.....What do they all have in common? They were part of the most exclusive club of […]
Join your United States Navy Band for an afternoon of chamber music at the Church of the Epiphany! As one of their most unique concerts, the Chamber Music Recital Series […]
On the first day of class, students are expected to bring their materials and an example of their artwork to share. In this class students will draw people from life […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The President’s Daily Brief,” an insider’s perspective on the world’s most classified document, with Anand Arun, a veteran analyst and intelligence officer for several security […]
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Weekly Class - 15 weeks Wednesdays, September 6 to December 13, 2023 6 to 8 pm Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Maximum 8 participants Ages: 18+ 15 weeks - $600 - Materiel not included - Please see list at the end Please email us for installment payment Learn to process earth pigments for watercolor paint […]
Discover all the fun things you can learn at school. Young learners ages 18 months to four years old will explore the idea of going to school through group storytime, […]
Georgetown was founded in 1751, predating the establishment of the federal district by 40 years, and remained a separate municipality until 1871. Many of the country’s founding fathers met in […]
Folger Book Club: The Personal Librarian / Thursday, September 7 at 6:30pm (ET) Virtual This month’s novel is about Belle da Costa Greene, the extraordinary woman who established the Morgan […]
Opera in Williamsburg, Virginia, presents: Johann Strauss' beloved and hilarious Viennese comedy, Die Fledermaus (The Bat). Sung in the original German, with English dialogue and supertitles. Performing at the auditorium of Crosswalk in Norge. Live fully-staged opera with world-class cast. Free and plentiful parking. Concessions available at the venue (cash preferred). Tickets are available now, […]
Bring your family to celebrate D.C.’s quilting community at the museum during its 42nd-annual Celebration of Textiles. Make your own quilted square, tour our new exhibition of handmade quilts, and […]
Da'Vinchi, aka Cash Mooney from Freeform’s Grown-ish, is teaming up with Capital One to host a mental health and wellness themed brunch at its Georgetown Café location on Saturday, September […]
Celebrate the sound of Guatemala’s national instrument with performances by Marimba Maya Awal, Marimba Mi Pequeña Internacional, and Marimba Linda Xelajú at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. […]
Join Mason Exhibitions for the opening reception of Disrupt and Resist: A love letter to the disability community on what showing up for each other can be. This group show […]
On September 9th, Arts in Foggy Bottom invites you to join them under the stars for a special performance by an NSO member and composer Michael J. Evans to celebrate […]
Expressing yourself in relief (Level 1) - Adults Weekly Class - 12 weeks Sundays, September 10 to November 26, 2023 10 am to 12pm On the first day of class, […]
The alleyways of DC served a distinct purpose as a city planning feature, but they also provided a hidden safe space where escaped enslaved people and the economically disadvantaged could […]
Fall in love with DC’s newest museum! Join the Capital Jewish Museum as we continue our grand opening celebrations with a neighborhood block party. We’ll kick off the High Holidays […]
Fall in love with DC’s newest museum as we continue our grand opening celebrations with a neighborhood block party! We’ll kick off the High Holidays with live music, workshops and […]
IFC’s annual Unity Walk is a public demonstration of love and support for all who live in our region. Walk with participants of all ages to visit different houses of […]
Zoom meeting, free for members of JGSGW. Nonmembers may register to attend for a fee of $5. Emily Garber will discuss what it was like to get ready to leave […]
With practice, anyone can improve their drawing abilities. Students will gain knowledge of line, value, tone, negative space, and perspective in this course, and you'll leave with the assurance to start drawing every day. Each class students will be guided step-by-step through each assignment. Classes will combine drawing theory, real-world examples, worksheets, and drawing practice. […]
Washington, D.C., is a city like no other in the United States. A Greek Doric temple houses a colossal cult statue (the Lincoln Memorial). A Roman triumphal arch monumentalizes the […]
Come and experience how fun and easy it is to learn Latin dances like Salsa and Bachata. Meet your friendly and highly skilled instructor, Dr. Stephen Jackson. Try out one […]
Bachata for Everyone - BASICS and BEYOND: Mondays 7:00-8:00pm Class Description: Bachata is a romantic Latin dance originating in the Dominican Republic. In this Bachata series we will cover the […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Orgasm Gap,” a beyond-the-bedroom look at why women have fewer orgasms than men, with Brittany Dernberger, who teaches a popular course on the sociology […]
Join Tudor Place Curator Robert DeHart along with Archivist Haley Wilkinson who will share recent research that has prompted a more equitable and inclusive interpretation in tours, events and programs […]
Young learners aged 18 months to four years old are invited to join us in discovering the many different ways we can make music together. Learn about famous musicians, create […]
Fenwick Gallery is excited to host PERFECTLY ACCEPTABLE, an exhibit featuring work from Chicago-based small press comics publisher Perfectly Acceptable Press. This exhibition explores the contemporary landscape of Risograph printing, […]
Interdisciplinary artist Cauleen Smith kicks off the annual Clarice Smith Distinguished Lecture Series. Smith explores African American identity through her work, particularly in films such as Sojourner, featured in SAAM’s […]
Weekly Class - 12 weeks Thursdays, September 14 to December 7, 2023 6 to 8 pm Unlock your creativity and discover the captivating world of printmaking in this engaging workshop series designed for adults. Over the course of several sessions, you will delve into the fundamentals of printmaking and gain hands-on experience with various techniques, […]
Sasha’s 82-year-old mother, Olga, is on the frontlines of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, having lived in Kyiv her whole life. Olga is thrust into increasingly fantastical situations: she strategizes with President Zelenskyy, strikes Russian drones with jars of pickles, and even debates with God. Inspired by online chats with her mother, playwright Sasha Denisova brings […]
Join Ami Greener on a walking tour about notable Jewish contributions to DC history. This tour goes through the Judiciary Square and Gallery Place neighborhoods highlighting the stories of Jewish-American […]
In partnership with Arion Press, the historic San Francisco letterpress printer, the National Portrait Gallery is proud to present a public conversation with visionary artist Kenturah Davis. In 2023, Arion […]
A global symbol of compassion and human rights, Little Amal is the 12-foot puppet portraying a 10-year-old Syrian refugee child who has traveled through 13 countries and been welcomed by […]
Join us for an artist talk with Thomas Holton, a photographer featured in “Kinship.” His portraits of the Lams, a Chinese family living in New York City, explore themes of […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “How Politics Got So Nasty,” on what leads politicians in democracies to use violent and dangerous political rhetoric, with Thomas Zeitzoff, associate professor in American University’s School of […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Trump Indictments,” an analysis of the prosecutors’ strategies and prospects for success, with Stephen A. Saltzburg, professor of law at GWU, former Justice Department official, and leading […]
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to hear from legendary artist Carrie Mae Weems, joined in conversation by Saisha Grayson, SAAM’s curator of time-based media, to discuss her new exhibition "Carrie […]
Weekly Class - 11 Weeks Thursdays, September 21 to December 7, 2023 3:30-5:30pm This basic printmaking class is a dynamic and hands-on 12-week program designed to introduce young artists, aged 10 to 15, to the fascinating world of printmaking. Through a series of engaging and interactive sessions, participants will learn the fundamentals of printmaking, including […]
Car Free Day is a free event celebrated internationally every September 22, in which commuters are encouraged to get around without driving alone in cars, and instead, carpool, vanpool, use public transit, telework, bicycle, walk, or scooter. Car Free Day is open to all residents in the Washington, DC metropolitan region. To participate in this […]
Bringing together musicians, music historians, and ethnomusicologists from the United States and Canada and using the Blisses and Dumbarton Oaks as its inspiration, this symposium examines Washington, D.C.’s history as a globally unique political-musical center. An evening concert by a D.C.-based music ensemble is planned for the first night. The convenors will propose the release […]
Join SAAM’s curatorial and conservation staff for a series of gallery talks exploring the newly reimagined and reinstalled modern and contemporary art galleries, as well as a look at our […]
Join us for a conversation with artist Jaune Quick-to-See Smith about her vision in curating The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans and the exhibition's central theme […]
Come support Lions Camp Merrick in raising money to send a kid to one of our camps; diabetic, deaf, or vision impaired! Enjoy a comedy show headlining Frank Vignola and featuring Karen Schwarz and Belynda Cleare, dinner, and a silent auction! Tickets are $40 a person or $75 a couple. To purchase tickets, visit our event page […]
Join us for a fireside chat with Canadian Jewish actor and artist Marilyn Lightstone. The program will feature an hour long discussion of her career, including an audience Q&A. The program will begin at 6:30 pm. There will be a cash bar. After the talk, select guests will have the opportunity to have an intimate […]
Drink like it’s 1699: A Folger Institute Mixology and Trivia Night / Friday, September 22 at 7pm (ET) Crazy Aunt Helen’s, 713 8th St SE Put on your wigs and lace up your stays! Join the Folger Institute for a night of 17th century-inspired cocktails, trivia, and prizes.
What is The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party®? The Big Dill World's Largest Pickle Party® is the premier pickle event of the year, featuring a pickle garden with 10+ handpicked artisan pickle companies sampling and selling a variety of pickles from all over the country. A section of the festival is dedicated to carnival […]
Written at the dawn of theater itself, Euripides’ tragicomedy masterpiece ALCESTE blends the funny and the sad with the surprising and transcendent. Presented for the first time with a stunningly beautiful score by G.F. Handel, written to accompany a now lost 18th century translation of Euripides’ play, as well as music from Handel’s opera “Admeto” […]
Saturday, Sept 23, 9am-12pm NPC’s Fall Food and Clothing Drive is back! Join us to make a real difference in our city as we collect and organize nonperishable food and […]
This month, the American Diabetes Association’s National Capital Area chapter is hosting its flagship fundraising event of the year, the Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetes, where the ADA will […]
The Weed Wrangle® is a one-day, area-wide, volunteer effort to help rescue public parks and green spaces from non-native invasive species through hands-on removal of especially harmful trees, vines and […]
"Poetry is a country” will bring celebrated poets from across the nation together to premiere original poetry inspired by works in the National Gallery of Art's collection. These free, annual events will take place on Saturday, September 23, and will open with a keynote address by Ada Limón, the 24th US Poet Laureate, who was […]
Join Tudor Place for an urban outdoor adventure. Identify bugs, birds and other wildlife, in addition to, practicing knot-tying skills and planting seeds to take home. This program fulfills all […]
Jewelers'Werk Galerie is pleased to present Manual for Small Repairs, an exhibition of new and recent work by Argentine artist-jeweler Jorge Castañón. The show opens on Saturday, September 23rd and will remain on view through October 13th. Endearing, whimsical, heartfelt, poetic, and powerful are some of the words that describe Castañón’s work in this collection, […]
Join the Hispanic Heritage Month fiesta at the National Portrait Gallery! Back by popular demand, our friends from Lil’ Libros are helping us throw another all-ages celebration. Learn about Latinx trailblazers through vibrant portraits from our collection and the Lil’ Libros book series “The Life of / La vida de”. Attendees can enjoy art, dancing, […]
The influence of the 17th-century instrumental stylus fantasticus can be heard in numerous works of J.S. Bach. Andrew Fouts and Justin Wallace present a special program that highlights this fantastic tradition. We’ll hear path-breaking works by Bach’s virtuosic German predecessors—Dietrich Buxtehude, Johan Paul von Westhoff, Johann Jakob Walther, and Heinrich Biber—but you especially won’t want […]
Experience this exciting exhibition - "The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans" - on opening weekend and meet some of the featured artists in person. Weaving Performance, 12:00-4:00 p.m. A Performance between Eric-Paul Riege and “jaatłoh4Ye’iitsoh ” Experience this weaving dance performed by artist Eric-Paul Riege (Diné) with his work jaatłoh4Ye’iitsoh (“earring […]
Join the National Portrait Gallery for a free two-day film program exploring the impact of U.S. expansion during the 20th century. These films are presented in conjunction with the exhibition “1898: U.S. Imperial Visions and Revisions.” On Sunday, Sept. 24, the National Portrait Gallery will screen “War for Guam,” produced and directed by Frances Negrón-Muntaner. […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Real Oppenheimer,” a look at the scientist portrayed in the hit film and his role in the rise of the atomic age, with Allen Pietrobon, professor of Global Affairs at Trinity Washington University, scholar of Cold War history, and former assistant director of research at American University’s Nuclear Studies Institute. J. Robert […]
World is Your Oyster Fest will showcase local oyster farms and the regional delicacies that have earned ORP's annual event the reputation as best seafood and raw bar event in Baltimore! Set at the B&O Railroad Museum in the heart of Maryland’s historic oyster city, the World is Your Oyster Festi is the best opportunity to slurp to your heart's content and leave knowing how you can help the Bay's keystone species thrive. You'll learn why you should... EAT OYSTERS! (& OTHER SEAFOOD) Enjoy a variety of oysters from throughout the Bay. Hear directly from the farmers and watermen who grow and harvest them. Learn to "Shuck Like a Pro" with world-famous shuckers! Learn simple, celebration-worthy oyster toppings and recipes. Experience unique beer, wine, and cocktail pairings courtesy of ORP's top supporting partners. Savor delicious fare from Shell Recycling Alliance restaurants! RECYCLE SHELLS Celebrate the Bay-friendly businesses who recycle shell and ID the most convenient drop sites near you. Sign the "Shell Recycling Pledge" and receive a badge of honor to wear with pride! SPREAD THE WORD Learn how ORP is leading conservation of the native oyster. Experience oysters’ filtration and habitat creation power firsthand at the touch pool. Cheer for shuckers competing in ORP's second official shucking competition! The winner will have the opportunity to represent at the '23 U.S. National Oyster Championship Contest in St. Mary's County, MD. Create your own take-home oyster art with guidance from professional artists! Plus, enjoy live music exciting raffle items, and a vendor village featuring oyster wares, gear, and other goods!
On Thursday September 28th Bank of America is holding a financial know-how seminar on financial safety at the Georgetown branch, located at 1339 Wisconsin Ave., NW. The seminar will be held 5pm -6pm. Register by email; Zizika.e.odukwe@bofa.com
Your favorite concert to end cancer is back! Lombardi Live hosted by Friends of Lombardi and featuring White Ford Bronco returns to The Bullpen on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Rock […]
This lecture focuses on the painted books of Aztec Mexico. These sixteenth-century documents are considered works of Art by some, and Writing by others. The Aztecs and their neighbors conceptualized writing and image-making as a single cultural category, one that involved a nonverbal system of graphic communication in which images carry meaning directly without a […]
DC's favorite haunt is back, weekend nights this Fall. Creative, dramatic, and – YES -- terrifying -- MHF has built a national reputation for its unique, multi-sensory experience. Music, lighting effects, scents & creepy human interaction set the tone in each of our outdoor attractions: The Trail, The Town & Markoff's Midway activities. Visitors also […]
Martin's Tavern will be participating in the World Culture Festival taking place Friday evening 9/29 through Sunday afternoon 10/1. In conjunction with the festivities on the Mall, stop by Martin's to try two dishes they have created to celebrate the World Culture Festival: Moroccan Lentil Hummus Toast Whole grain toast topped with Moroccan lentil hummus, […]
Sanity and madness blur on stage as two unlikely companions find themselves intertwined in complete isolation, with chilling results. Synetic’s reimagined tale explores the pitch-black depths of the human psyche, spiraling into madness and torment —and we ask ourselves “Who is the crazy one?” With a mix of laughter, dread, and gleeful macabre, Synetic Theater […]
Martin's Tavern will be participating in Georgetown's Art All Night event Friday September 29th from 6-11pm. Martin's will be featuring Poet, DJ Leary : Your topic, his words. Join DJ […]
Join Mason Exhibitions and Sofar Sounds on Friday, September 29 from 8-10pm. You’ll see 2 or 3 short sets from incredible performers from all musical genres, and sometimes even spoken […]
Gather your family, friends, and pets for a day of outdoor fitness and fun at the "Pets 4 Life" 1K & 5K Walk/Run in beautiful Prince William Forest Park! Located in Triangle, VA, this event will benefit homeless pets rescued by the Humane Society of Northern Virginia https://www.humanesocietynv.org/) and BREW (Beagle Rescue, Education, and Welfare; […]
Monoprint on Plexiglass with Nina Muys Saturday, September 30 from 10: 00 am to 1:00 pm In this workshop, you will learn how to create an exciting monoprint using plexiglass that will be incised with sharp tools to create lines. This method is called dry point. A variety of textures will be used, and an […]
Join us October 1-31, 2023 for an entire month of BRAND NEW vegan options all over Washington DC during the second annual Washington DC Vegan Chef Challenge! During this time, restaurants throughout the DC area will feature special vegan menu items. Diners have the opportunity to go out, enjoy meals, vote, comment, and post photos […]
Celebrate iconic Martin's Tavern's 90th anniversary this fall. For the whole month of October, Martin's will be offering 3 speciality cocktails established in 1933 (the same year as Martin's). The French 75 (gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, champagne), the Sidecar (cognac, Cointreau, lemon juice, and sugar with an orange twist), and The Last Word (gin, […]
The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is pleased to present the second annual Echo Arts Festival: a fall celebration of the visual and performing arts. This FREE festival will include: • live music • dance and movement programs • art galleries • open studios • art demonstrations • interactive crafts • art […]
Join the National Portrait Gallery for a free two-day film program exploring the impact of U.S. expansion during the 20th century. These films are presented in conjunction with the exhibition “1898: U.S. Imperial Visions and Revisions.” On Sunday, Oct. 1, the Portrait Gallery will screen two films. “The Spanish American War,” produced by Blackhawk Films, […]
Few works evoke the dramatic intensity and impact of Bach’s Johannes-Passion, highlighting the extremes of human emotion and experience. Bach reveals his profound spirituality through powerful musical depictions of the passion drama, offering the listener some of the greatest moments to be found in his entire output. Bach brings the themes of betrayal, sacrifice, and […]