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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 Part II: Feb. 10, 2023–Sept. 10, 2023 Credit information: Septima Poinsette Clark by Brian Lanker, gelatin silver print. National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution. © Brian Lanker Archive. […] 
"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 […] 
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. […] 
The bold, visionary exhibit Prison Reimagined: Presidential Portraits Project has been created by artists living within the US carceral system and will be displayed throughout President Lincoln's Cottage, the home where Lincoln developed the Emancipation Proclamation. The exhibit, a partnership with Justice Arts Coalition, will feature presidential portraits paired with that president’s record on incarceration, […] 
On Mondays from January 8 to March 11, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00pm Weekly Classes – 8 weeks (no classes on Federal Holidays; see schedule) 16 Years Old – Adult; Maximum 6 participants No experience necessary; beginners Explore using various media (printmaking, collage, painting) to create your monotype artwork. In this class we will discuss […]
$320.00
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 […]
$480.00
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Join us for the fifth installment of our 2023-2024 Concert Series featuring Bridget Kibbey, hailed as "the Yo-Yo Ma of the harp" by the Vogue! Experience a mesmerizing performance as Kibbey showcases works by Bach, Debussy, Albéniz, Britten, Tchaikovsky, and her own compositions in her debut concert at Dumbarton Oaks on Sunday, February 25, at […]
$55
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “Putin’s War on Queer Russians,” an analysis of a state campaign to vilify and persecute LGBTQ people, with Ksenia Turkova, linguist, former news anchor in […]
$13.50 – $17.
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The Institute for Excellence in Sales is proud to kick off its 2024 Sales Excellence Big Stage programs at the Carahsoft Conference and Collaboration Center in Reston! We’re excited to […]
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What role do textiles play in our lives, and in the history of modern art? In conjunction with Woven Histories: Textiles and Modern Abstraction, join us for a conversation with […]
Free
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Explore the colorful vision of the painter Alma Thomas with Melissa Ho, curator of twentieth-century art at SAAM. Ho examines the artist’s favored themes of “Space”, “Earth” and “Music” featured […]
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Openings: February 2 and 3, 7 PMOpen by appointment February 2-10 A retrospective of the life and work of Constantine Abanavas (1922-2008), this exhibition takes you on a journey of his homes and inspirations. Images of his upbringing on the island of Lemnos, Greece, are apparent in almost every work of art Abanavas created. This […]
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The authors of the landmark musical COMPANY reunite to turn the traditional showbiz musical on its head in this thrilling and compelling Broadway fable about friendship, compromise, and the high price of success. Stephen Sondheim and George Furth expertly blend the excitement and energy of a backstage musical with a poignant and emotional contemporary story […]
$55 – $65
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Athleta will be hosting Move Up, an in-store trade-in event in five cities where customers can trade up their old tights (no matter the brand) for a new pair of […]
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Jewelers'Werk Galerie is pleased to present "With my heart on my sleeve, and my feet on the ground," an exhibition of new and recent work by artist-jeweler Helen Clara Hemsley. […]
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Jewelers'Werk Galerie is pleased to present "With my heart on my sleeve, and my feet on the ground," an exhibition of new and recent work by artist-jeweler Helen Clara Hemsley. The show opens on Saturday, February 3, 2024 and will remain on view through the end of the month. The title of this collection hints […]
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The DC Youth Orchestra’s Young Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Evan Ross Solomon, perform a short program of works by composers from the African diaspora. The program will include Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint George’s Symphony No. 2, Scott Joplin’s Solace, and Samuel Coleridge Taylor’s The Bamboula. Performances at 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. […]
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We are honored and grateful to welcome the Washington Bach Consort back to our stage after over thirty years with a graceful mix of vocal and instrumental music of the […]
$14
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Led by Artistic Director Dana Marsh and featuring soprano Amy Broadbent, the Consort brings a program centered around solo cantatas by Barbara Strozzi and Francesca Caccini, two of the “under-sung” […]
$48
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The Anna H. Wang Concert Series presents GRAMMY Award-winning and world-renowned bass opera singer Morris Robinson for a curated, one-night concert linking two musical genres, covering opera during the show’s […]
$35
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Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Virginia-born playwright Vivian J.O. Barnes play that follows an HBCU dance team as they prepare for their homecoming performance. The Sensational Sea Mink-ettes are days away from their homecoming performance and the pressure is on. The student body, the administration, the alumni, and their families are all expecting […]
$34 – $82
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Coolest Place in DC -Booking.com Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com Available for Girl Scouts ONLY: Join fellow Girl Scout associations, service units, troops, families, […]
$25
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New score performed live by Matthew Nolan and Erik Friedlander The Blood of a Poet (Le Sang d'un Poète), the first part of Jean Cocteau’s Orphic Trilogy, is considered one of the finest surrealist films ever made. Cocteau wrote that his film marks “a descent into oneself . . . a kind of half-sleep through […]
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “Far-Right Terrorism in 2024,” with Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware of both Georgetown University and the Council on Foreign Relations, coauthors of the new book […]
$13.50 – $17.
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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 […]
$13.50 – $17.
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Experience all of GMCW and its small ensembles in a moveable feast of sound, harmony, and dance. Stroll through the multiple performances on a self-guided tour featuring GMCW, Seasons of […]
$45
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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 […]
$5 – $320
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Join us for a post-screening discussion with filmmaker Isabelle Carbonell, in person. A Mirror of the Cosmos explores how the Mar Menor lagoon, a beachside paradise located in southeastern Spain, […]
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“Lift Every Voice and Sing” – The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal Department with Dr. Patrick Lundy, in a celebration of Black History Month. Performance at historic Holy […] |
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Don't miss NCE's Valentine's Concert with our dynamic guest host Michelle Isabelle-Stark (Head of Arlington Cultural Affairs) as we present the brilliant Argentinian music of the Tango. Enjoy the passionate, […]
$20
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Music responds to the world around us. Join us for a series of performances with music spanning from 1930s Germany to the present-day United States. The Anxious Ear is planned alongside The Anxious Eye: German Expressionism and Its Legacy. The exhibition explores how German expressionists sought to interpret the dramatic changes in the world of […]
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Dumbarton celebrates Reconciling Sunday around Mardi Gras each year to mark the Sunday it voted in 1987 to welcome LGBTQIA+ people, friends, and families to its services. The service will […]
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The streets of DC Chinatown will be filled with revelers and spectators as the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CCBA) in partnership with the Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander […]
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “‘Kink’ or ‘Disorder’?” an entertaining look at how psychology approaches unusual sexual behaviors, with Brian A. Sharpless, licensed clinical psychologist, visiting research fellow at Goldsmiths, […]
$13.50 – $17.
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In this talk, we’ll journey from the wolf tree’s linguistic and cultural origins in the Germanic worlds of the Middle Ages, to America’s wolf tree origins during Thoreau’s day, to […]
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Born into slavery in North Carolina, Anna Julia Cooper was a visionary Black feminist and educator in the late 19th/early 20th centuries, and only the fourth African American woman to earn a doctoral degree. Tempestuous Elements—the 11th in Arena Stage’s Power Play cycle—shines a light on Anna Julia Cooper’s tumultuous tenure as Principal of Washington, D.C.’s historic M […]
$56 – $95
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Young artists ages 3-5 and an adult companion are invited to use their imagination as they explore the paintings, sculpture, and architecture of The Kreeger Museum. Each program focuses on […]
$10.00
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Saturday and Sunday, February 17–18, 10:30 AM–5 PM National Mall The story of chocolate begins with a small cacao tree rooted deep in the history of Mesoamerican culture. Learn the […]
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When Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser had a two-block long section of 16th Street, NW christened Black Lives Matter Plaza, she guaranteed that it would forever be connected to the […]
$35
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “George Washington as American Revolutionary,” a fresh assessment of our first president’s credentials as an insurgent, with Denver Brunsman, associate professor and chair of the […]
$13.50 – $17.
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Join us this Black History Month for the FREE documentary screening of The Right to Read on Tues., Feb. 20th, from 6:30pm-8:45pm at Alamo Drafthouse (DC Bryant St) to learn about the nation's reading crisis and how to solve it in the District. The film shares the stories of an NAACP activist, a teacher, and […]
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Sitar Arts Center's Artists at Work Speakers Series gives you behind-the-scenes access to DC's most exciting arts venues through the personal stories of the professionals who make the magic happen. […]
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Frybread Face and Me follows two adolescent Navajo cousins from different worlds as they bond during a summer on their grandmother’s Arizona ranch, learning more about their family’s past and […] |
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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 […]
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Join Photoworks for an inspiring artist talk with lauded portrait and editorial photographer Cheriss May as she shares her journey of turning her passion for inclusive storytelling into a purpose. […]
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Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com February 24 & 25 LUANGISA African Gallery was founded in 1996 by the Luangisa family from Bukoba, Tanzania. They carry authentic, Fair Trade, modern African art, artifacts, fashion, home decor, jewelry and textiles. They work directly with artisans across the continent to share their […]
$33
Top 5 historic venues to explore - in the world! -Smithsonian.com February 24 & 25 LUANGISA African Gallery was founded in 1996 by the Luangisa family from Bukoba, Tanzania. They carry authentic, Fair Trade, modern African art, artifacts, fashion, home decor, jewelry and textiles. They work directly with artisans across the continent to share their […]
$33
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Welcome to the Spectacular Omnium Circus where anything is possible! Aerial artists soar over the stage making your heart pound with excitement. Hilarious antics make you laugh till you cry! ,” Featuring […]
$39 – $99
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Accomplished violinist Cleveland Chandler (M.M., Cleveland Institute of Music, B.M., Peabody Conservatory of Music) will be performing works by often overlooked Black composer William Grant Still.
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An emotionally charged concert portraying the journey of veterans post-conflict, unveiling their struggles and resilience as they navigate the challenges of reintegration into civilian life. Experience the powerful musical narrative […]
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One of the finest recorder players on the international early music scene today, Canadian superstar Vincent Lauzer will present a rare program of enthralling works by J.S. Bach, C.P.E. Bach, […]
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The Vist Written by Friedrich Dürrenmatt , Translated by Maurice Valency Claire Zachanassian, the world-famous billionaire, is returning to her small hometown of Güllen after 45 years away. The town […]
$10
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Join us for the fifth installment of our 2023-2024 Concert Series featuring Bridget Kibbey, hailed as "the Yo-Yo Ma of the harp" by the Vogue! Experience a mesmerizing performance as Kibbey showcases works by Bach, Debussy, Albéniz, Britten, Tchaikovsky, and her own compositions in her debut concert at Dumbarton Oaks on Sunday, February 25, at […]
$55
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New works are filled with physical storytelling, narrative and optimistic glee; performed by some of the DMV’s finest movement artists alongside community contributors and intergenerational pairs. (Appropriate for all ages. […]
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When Washington, D.C was dubbed "Chocolate City" in the early 1970s, the title reflected its status as the first majority-Black city in the U.S. At that time, the nation's capital […]
$35
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Gallerist, curator, and art advisor Myrtis Bedolla brings her popular "Tea with Myrtis" event to SAAM. The series is inspired by a deep appreciation for the transformative power of art […]
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “Race and Fast Food,” with Marcia Chatelain, professor of history and African American studies at Georgetown University and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Franchise: The Golden […]
$13.50 – $17.
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “Pre-Election Polls and Presidents,” an examination of when, how, and why pollsters have erred in predicting occupants of the White House, with W. Joseph Campbell, […]
$13.50 – $17.
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Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Webb Telescope and NASA's Next Big Thing,” with Ori Fox, Deputy Project Scientist for the Roman Space Telescope at the Space Telescope Science Institute. […]
$13.50 – $17.
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Warm up at Camp CJM and explore the Museum after hours! The camp schedule of activities includes a boozy bug juice, live music with the Rock Creek Kings, a smoky mezcal tasting, a make-your-own trail mix bar, camp themed collection stories from the galleries, and more. Don't miss this chance to relive your summer camp […]
$25
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Denise Rolark Barnes, publisher of The Washington Informer, will host a virtual discussion with Gwen Carr, an activist known for her work following the death of her son, Eric Garner, at the hands of police. The conversation will air on March 1 during "Let's Talk" streamed live on Youtube and Facebook at noon. Topics will […]
Free
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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, March 2nd and 3rd, 2024. On March 2nd and 3rd, Bank of America cardholders will have the opportunity to visit two new exhibitions at […]
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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, March 2nd and 3rd, 2024. On March 2nd and 3rd, Bank of America cardholders will have the opportunity to visit the opening weekend of […]
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TOURNAMENT WEEKEND NOIR ALL BLACK AFFAIR! Get Ready To Dress To Impress In Your Finest Black Attire And Dance The Night Away. This In-Person Event Will Take Place On Saturday, March 2, 2024 Starting At 9:00 PM At The Fabulous Guilford Hall Brewery. Get Ready For An Evening Filled With Excitement, Great Music, And A Vibrant Atmosphere. Whether You’re A […]
$20 – $50
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How has photojournalism changed over the last century? Join us in the exhibition Dorothea Lange: Seeing People for talks led by photojournalism students from the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design at GW. Featuring some 100 photographs, the exhibition addresses Lange’s innovative approaches to picturing people, emphasizing her work on social issues in the […]
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This documentary essay by Dyanna Taylor, granddaughter of Dorothea Lange, blends journals, letters, private discussions, home movies, and – of course – photographs, to create a compelling account of the famous American photographer’s complicated history. Constructed over a period of eight years, Grab a Hunk of Lightning is a personal celebration of one of America’s […]
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von ammon co is pleased to announce the opening of MIASMA, a solo exhibition by American artist Chino Amobi. This is Amobi’s first solo show with von ammon co and the gallery’s thirtieth project in its current location. Installed in a gallery whose floors are blanketed with low-lying fog are four large scale oil paintings […] |
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TWO SHOWS ONLY: MARCH 3 & 10 — 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 — Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages. He is a five-time nominee for Stage […]
$58
TWO SHOWS ONLY: MARCH 3 & 10 — 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 — Richard Bloch is a frequent headliner on Las Vegas and Atlantic City stages. He is a five-time nominee for Stage […]
$58
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Sunday, March 3 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. Sunday, March 10 from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. This 2 day workshop will be a continuation of the collagraph offered in January but is not restricted to former students. Anyone who is willing to experiment with this flexible and exciting media is invited to join. […]
$175
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Sunday, March 3 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. Sunday, March 10 from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. This 2 day workshop will be a continuation of the collagraph offered in January but is not restricted to former students. Anyone who is willing to experiment with this flexible and exciting media is invited to join. […]
$175
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