Jackson Art Center Open Studios
Jackson Art Center 3050 R Street, NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesVisit the studios of 30+ local artists and enjoy music, refreshments and conversation. Free children's workshop.
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Cityscapes
Popcorn and Stone Tower Gallery at Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesCathy Abramson's oil paintings investigate the stories of the city in “Cityscapes.” These representational paintings examine the emotional subtext of change and the connections or estrangement of people in transitional […]
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American Craft Show
Baltimore Convention Center 1 W Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, United StatesThe American Craft Show returns to the Baltimore Convention Center. This is the nation’s largest juried indoor craft show showcasing the work of more than 650 of the country’s leading contemporary artists. With a variety of specialty categories and one-of-a-kind pieces in jewelry, clothing, furniture, and home décor, the 2018 show provides guests with the […]
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Sarah O’Donoghue: Long Distance Calls
Park View Gallery, Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesThe Glen Echo Park Partnership presents Sarah O’Donoghue: Long Distance Calls. O’Donoghue’s work evokes and illustrates history, nature, mythology, recreation, and fantasy. From those themes, she draws autobiographical personal narratives […]
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Gallery Workout
The Athenaeum 201 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United StatesA "Gallery Workout" heightens the perception of visual art with movement and sound that leads to a greater understanding of the art itself. Visual artist Ellyn Weiss’s show "Form and […]
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NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesWhat’s your American story? Join us on March 24 and 25 for a celebration of American art and storytelling. Highlights include an original "Story Chorus" performance designed and lead by […]
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NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesWhat’s your American story? Join us on March 24 and 25 for a celebration of American art and storytelling. Highlights include an original "Story Chorus" performance designed and lead by […]
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Wild Things! Juried Art Glass Exhibit
Popcorn Gallery at the Glen Echo 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesWould you like to see some amazing new art glass? Wild Things! is a juried glass art exhibition at Glen Echo Park's Popcorn Gallery March 31 through April 29, Saturdays […]
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A-RTS AT ROCKVILLE TOWN SQUARE THE AFFORDABLE ARTS FESTIVAL
Rockville Town Square 200 East Middle Lane, Rockville, MD, United StatesA-RTS, the Affordable Arts Festival, at Rockville Town Square is a premier event in a spectacular venue organized and managed by the Bethesda Row Arts Festival team. The Sixth Annual Festival will transform the streets surrounding Rockville Town Square into an outdoor art gallery. The festival features the work of 150 nationally recognized artists from […]
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A-RTS AT ROCKVILLE TOWN SQUARE THE AFFORDABLE ARTS FESTIVAL
Rockville Town Square 200 East Middle Lane, Rockville, MD, United StatesA-RTS, the Affordable Arts Festival, at Rockville Town Square is a premier event in a spectacular venue organized and managed by the Bethesda Row Arts Festival team. The Sixth Annual Festival will transform the streets surrounding Rockville Town Square into an outdoor art gallery. The festival features the work of 150 nationally recognized artists from […]
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Lorton Art Program Exhibit & Sale
Georgetown Lutheran Church 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW, washington, DC, United StatesVenue: Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave NW. The Lorton Art Program exhibition and sale, featuring drawings and paintings by current and former residents of DC Department of Corrections facilities, […]
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35th Annual DKMC Walk Weekend
Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesStretch your legs and your mind during the 35th Annual Dupont Kalorama Museum Walk. Five diverse museums will open their doors free of charge for this weekend long celebration in one of Washington, D.C.’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Discover Anderson House, Dumbarton House, NSCDA Museum & Headquarters, National Museum of American Jewish Military History, The Phillips […]
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Focus On the Story International Photography Festival
John Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies 1740 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, United StatesFor four days, Focus on the Story will convene some of the top names in photography for a series of outstanding keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops, exhibits, portfolio reviews, photowalks […]
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LEARNING FROM LABORINTUS
Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesLEARNING FROM LABORINTUS Curator: Ira Tattelman An exhibit featuring four DC and five Roman printmakers - 25 total works. The show is open from August 30 to September 23. Preview […]
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Art Exhibit and Artists’ Reception
Foundry Gallery 2118 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United Statesà deux A Collection of Collaborative Works by Charlene Nield and Ann Pickett September 5 - 30, 2018 Artists' reception Saturday, September 15, 6 - 8 pm Painting side-by-side in […]
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Out Loud & In the Bushes: Trinka Roeckelein and Roger Strassman
Stone Tower Gallery Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, United StatesOut Loud & In the Bushes is a joint show featuring Roger Strassman’s colorful abstract paintings and Trinka Roeckelein’s whimsical ceramic animal sculptures. “Out Loud” alludes to a painting group […]
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BETHESDA ROW ARTS FESTIVAL
Bethesda Row 4841 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD, United StatesOctober 13-14, 2018 Saturday, 11 am-6 pm Sunday, 10 am-5 pm Free Admission The Bethesda Row Arts Festival, now in its 21st year, is recognized as one of the top fine arts festivals in the United States. For two days, the streets of downtown Bethesda are transformed into an outdoor gallery of arts and crafts. […]
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Autumn Colors
Park View Gallery, Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesThe Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present Autumn Colors, a mixed media exhibition exploring the brilliance of the season. Glen Echo Park artists exhibit paintings, photography, and glass […]
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2018 Reel Affirmations: Washington DC’s International LGBTQ Film Festival
GALA Hispanic TheatreJourney around the world at the 2018 Reel Affirmations: Washington DC’s International LGBTQ Film Festival. The 25th anniversary year begins on Thursday, November 1, running through Sunday, November 4, and includes an impressive and eclectic schedule of over 40 LGBTQ film screenings from 12 countries. Genres include comedy, drama, romance, international and documentary, both short […]
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Hopi Tribal Festival
National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United StatesSaturday, Nov. 17, and Sunday, Nov. 18; 10 a.m.–5 p.m. National Museum of the American Indian, Potomac Atrium, Washington, D.C. The Hopi Tribe is a sovereign nation located in northeastern Arizona. Their nation encompasses more than 1.5-million acres, and is made up of 12 villages on three mesas. Over the centuries, Hopi endures as a […]
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Native American Heritage Day: Family Fun Friday
National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United StatesThis celebration of Native American Heritage Day features hands-on activities, “make-and-takes,” and music and interactive dance presentations.
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The Artist Showcase ft. Studio47dc
1027 33rd Street NWAn exhibition that features artwork from local artists across a variety of mediums. Hosted by Julian Wines, the goal of each event is to create an intimate atmosphere where guests can interact with featured artists and their work. Enjoy select varietals from Julian Wines paired with the finest hors d’ oeuvres by Chef Maziar Farivar […]
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The Artist Showcase ft. Studio47dc
1027 33rd Street NWAn exhibition that features artwork from local artists across a variety of mediums. Hosted by Julian Wines, the goal of each event is to create an intimate atmosphere where guests can interact with featured artists and their work. Enjoy select varietals from Julian Wines paired with the finest hors d’ oeuvres by Chef Maziar Farivar […]
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The REDress Project, an outdoor art installation
National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United StatesTo commemorate Women’s History Month, the National Museum of the American Indian presents The REDress Project, an outdoor art installation by artist Jaime Black (Métis). Showing in the United States […]
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Performance Art by Métis artist Jaime Black
National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United StatesMétis artist Jaime Black conceptualized the outdoor art installation “The REDress Project.” The artist will engage with the red dresses displayed along the Riverwalk located in the museum’s Native landscape […]
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June Art Walk in the Park
Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesCome join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be […]
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GC Myers 20th Solo Exhibition: Red Tree 20, New Growth
Principle Gallery 208 King St, Alexandria, VA, United StatesGC Myers is returning for his 20th solo exhibition! Myers is one of our longest represented artists, he began showing with us in 1997 and has remained a gallery staple. GC Myers is a self-taught contemporary artist living in the Finger Lakes region of New York. He was led to painting in mid-life through an […]
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Escape from Between the Lines: Jeanne McManus and Sara Maddox
Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesThe Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present “Escape from Between the Lines,” featuring paintings by Jeanne McManus and Sara Maddox. McManus and Maddox have escaped the narrow, black-and-white […]
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Summer Art Workshop
National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United StatesSummer is cool at NSLM! Summer Art Workshops offer free art activities for kids aged 5 and up. Learn more color theory, shape, proportion, and more while having fun and […]
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Sunday Sketch with Alice Porter
National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United StatesJoin us for a free sketching session in the Museum galleries led by Alice Porter! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch; all materials are provided. To register, please […]
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Open Late Concert Series – Silver Tones Swing Band
National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United StatesJoin us on the NSLM’s lawn as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of our Open Late Summer Concert Series! July 26th Open Late Concert features the Silver Tones Swing Band with partner American’s Routes, Loudoun County Equine Alliance, and Mosby Heritage Area Association. Concerts are free and open to the public, with the Museum open […]
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Free Community Day
National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United StatesNSLM offers free admission the last Sunday of each month. Join us to see highlights from our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions! Exhibitions on view include: NSLMology: Science of Sporting Art (on view April 12 - September 15) Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen (on view April 12 - September 15) Canter & Crawl: The Glass […]
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At Home) On Art and Everyday Life: Artist Talk With Rachel Harrison
Virtual EventWednesday, April 21; 12 p.m. ET Free, registration required for Zoom. Live stream also available on YouTube and Facebook Live. Rachel Harrison will be joined in conversation by art history professor Darby English, author of the […]
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(At Home) On Art and Other Senses: Artist Talk With Anicka Yi
Virtual EventWednesday, May 5; 7 p.m. ET Free, registration required for Zoom. Live stream also available on YouTube and Facebook Live. Anicka Yi will join Hirshhorn associate curator Anne Reeve for an important exploration into the artist’s groundbreaking conceptual work highlighting key intersections of art, science and humanity. Over the past year, many people have wondered how art fits into their lives as […]
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Arts in Foggy Bottom Biennial Outdoor Arts and Sculpture Exhibition
Historic Foggy Bottom 842 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC, United StatesArts in Foggy Bottom, an award winning free biennial sculpture exhibit, invites all to attend the launch of its seventh installment examining the theme of the natural environment and our […]
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Outdoor Marketplace at Glen Echo Park
Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United StatesThe marketplace will take place throughout the park outside several of our resident artist's studios. Presented by the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, this outdoor sale features […]
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Roaring Twenties: The Life and Style of Marjorie Merriweather Post
Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesOpening June 12, 2021 Explore the Jazz Age through the lens of an icon. Hillwood founder Marjorie Merriweather Post was a prominent tastemaker during the era known as the Roaring […]
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Art For A New Future: Justice Art Coalition’s 2021 National Convening
Virtual EventArt for a New Future brings together artists impacted by criminal legal systems, teaching artists, arts advocates, activists, and allies to build community around our shared commitment to reimagining justice […]
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Kristine Mays: Rich Soil
Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesOpening June 26, 2021 Contemporary American artist Kristine Mays’s life-size, three-dimensional dancing wire sculptures will emerge throughout Hillwood’s gardens for the second ever installation of art in the gardens. Mays […]
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Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery, Origins: Ancestors, Hometown
Potomac Fiber Arts GalleryAlexandria, VA - Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery announces the opening of its juried show “Origins: Ancestors, Hometown,” which runs from August 31, 2021-October 3, 2021. Themed work will be eligible for recognition by the jurors. Non-themed work will also be exhibited. About Us: The Potomac Fiber Arts Gallery, established in 1974, was the first gallery for […]
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Moments Exceptionnels By Marie-B Cilia De Amicis – Photography Exhibit
1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, Dc, 20007 1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United StatesMoments Exceptionnels September 3 to September 26, 2021 by Marie-B Cilia De Amicis Marie is a photographer who lives in Georgetown. She was born in Africa where the light and the colors gave a sense to her passion: Photography. She travels quite extensively and captures these fleeting moments which a second later do not exist […]
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NMWA xChange: Alma Thomas and the Little Paris Group
OnlineWHAT NMWA xChange: Alma Thomas and the Little Paris Group This monthly talk show, a spin-off of the 2021 GLAMi award-winning series BMA x NMWA, connects viewers to NMWA and its mission to champion women artists. Join as hosts from the museum interview special guests including artists, educators and curators; consider topics relevant to our world; and […]
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Quilt Show & Artisan Boutique
Kensington Town Hall/ Kensington Town Hall/Armory, 3710 Mitchell ST, Kensington, MD, United StatesNeedleChasers of Chevy Chase returns to the Kensington Town Hall/Armory for its 21st quilt and fabric arts display “Time Well Spent.” Join us to admire the amazing selection of 200+ beautiful quilts or buy a handmade item (bags, home goods, etc. in stunning modern designs) at the Artisan Boutique or Just For You Sale. Check […]
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Clarice Smith Virtual Lecture with Nada Shabout
OnlineExamine the enduring impact of colonialism and orientalism within the mainstream history of modernism with scholar Nada Shabout. During this captivating virtual talk, discuss efforts to decolonize the field of art history and prioritize inclusion and equity. Shabout highlights the noticeable absence of Arab artists in conventional narratives about modern and contemporary art, and uses […]
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Anil Revri: Into the Light at the Katzen Arts Museum
American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesExhibition open from Oct. 16 through Dec.12: Anil Revri: Into the Light is presented by the AU Museum Project Space. Anil Revri creates dazzling geometric abstractions that embody the cross pollination of spiritual ideas from East and West. Born and raised in India and a resident of the United States for nearly 40 years, Revri uses tantric […]
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Tudor Nights: Behind the Canvas: A Journey Through Time with Peter Waddell
Private Zoom with Tudor PlaceJoin Tudor Place’s artist-in-residence Peter Waddell in his studio for a virtual tour of early Washington DC. Through the lens of his meticulously detailed paintings – including those recently unveiled […]
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Washington Printmakers Gallery Presents Illuminations
Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesWashington Printmakers Gallery Presents Illuminations November 5th – November 28th, 2021 Opening reception: Saturday November 6th, 2021, 1-4pm The Washington Printmakers Gallery is pleased to present Illuminations, Ron Meick…recent work. This show […]
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NMWA Lookout: MISS CHELOVE Mural Tour
National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue NWWHATLookout: MISS CHELOVE Mural TourIn conjunction with Lookout: MISS CHELOVE, the first iteration of a series of public art installations presented while the museum is temporarily closed for a major renovation, the […]
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2022 Washington Award
Evermay Estate 1623 28th St NW, washington, DC, United StatesSince 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 […]
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Fragile Beauty
I Street GalleriesFragile 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 […]
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HUMANKIND at the Amy Kaslow Gallery
Amy Kaslow Gallery 4300 Fordham Rd. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesHUMANKIND Friday, May 20, 202212:00 PM Sunday, July 10, 20226:00 PM Amy Kaslow Gallery4300 Fordham Road NorthwestWashington, DC, 20016United States (map) HumanKind opens May 20th, an installation of painted, sculpted and […]
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Film Preview: Walls of Respect: Norman Parish and the Parish Art Gallery
City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United StatesYou are cordially invited to the preview of Walls of Respect: Norman Parish and the Parish Art Gallery, a new documentary about the legacy of the acclaimed artist and activist Norman Parish, Jr (1937 – 2013). Walls of Respect honors the life and work of Norman Parish, Jr., whose Georgetown gallery (1991- 2010) showcased African […]
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Profs & Pints DC: Know Van Gogh
Little Penn Coffeehouse 801 E Street, NW, Washington, DC, United StatesProfs and Pints DC presents: “Know Van Gogh,” a scholarly look at the life, mind, and work of a beloved modern artist, with Lisa Lipinski, assistant professor of art history […]
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National Portrait Gallery Presents Two Exhibitions of Early American Photography on View in July
National Portrait GalleryThe Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery announces two exhibitions of early American photography to premiere July 1 alongside the reinstallation of “Out of Many: Portraits from 1600 to 1900” in the […]
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Art League Events for August and September
The Art League GallerySave the date for these upcoming Art League events! August 2022 Open Exhibit – August 10–September 4 Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale - Saturday, August 13, 2022 Art Book Club – […]
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Summer Saturdays: Outdoor Art
Tudor PlaceThis summer, families with children of all ages are invited to explore all that the garden at Tudor Place has to offer in a special weekly program. Each week will focus on a new feature of our garden with a mini-lesson and a craft to take home. Meet old friends and make new ones while […]
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Behind the Canvas: How A Vision Takes Form & Paintings Come to Be
Tudor PlaceJoin Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell as he shares his meticulous process for creating paintings about American history at this in-person and virtual event. Peter will showcase some of his current projects and give practical demonstrations of his techniques. Rarely seen objects from the Tudor Place collections that served as inspiration for him will also be on […]
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Tudor Nights: The Feminine Touch: Celebrating Works of Art Created by Women
Tudor PlaceIn celebration of Women’s History Month, discover an assortment of artworks created by women from the Tudor Place Collection & Archive. The event will feature works by nationally acclaimed artists […]
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Expressionist Paintings: Sponsored by The Joe and Laura Iovino Foundation
Peacock Cafe 3251 Prospect St. NWExpressionist Paintings Sponsored by The Joe and Laura Iovino Foundation April 6-June 6 11:00am - 9:00 pm Peacock Cafe The Joe and Laura Iovino Foundation provides mentorship and educational opportunities for Ward 8 underserved children from middle school through college. The first Ward 8 foundation scholars are entering college in the fall. Proceeds from the sale […]
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Arts in Foggy Bottom Opens 2023 Outdoor Sculpture Biennial – Sites for Centering and Reflection
Historic Foggy Bottom 842 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC, United StatesIn these tumultuous times of economic uncertainty, political upheaval, climate change, and group fracturing, how does one ground and center themselves? The award-winning Arts in Foggy Bottom Outdoor Sculpture Biennial explores this question with its 2023 exhibition, Sites for Centering and Reflection. Curated by Jarvis DuBois, independent fine art consultant, the outdoor sculpture show features […]
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North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival in Historic New Bern – May 14-21
New Bern, North CarolinaThe 3rd Annual North Carolina Plein Air Art Festival in historic New Bern begins Sunday, May 14, and continues through Sunday, May 21. The eight-day Festival showcases 35 nationally and globally acclaimed plein air artists, including 15 newly juried painters, joining 20 award winners and top performers from 2022’s Festival. “The term ‘plein air’ is French […]
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Behind the Canvas: The Defining Day with Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell and Tom Long
Tudor PlaceOn the 79th anniversary of D-Day, join Artist-in-Residence Peter Waddell and Professor Tom Long (George Washington University and Director of The Albert H Small Normandy Institute and former U.S. Navy […]
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Art in the Garden: Witness Trees and Water Color Painting
Tudor PlaceLed by renowned Artist-in-Residence, Peter Waddell, participants will learn techniques for creating a unique tree study. Techniques include arranging a composition, line work, color theory and other elements of art.
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Art In The Garden
Tudor PlaceJoin us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends […]
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Summer Camp: Collections & Creations
Tudor PlaceCampers aged 6-8 are invited to discover over 200 years of paintings, pottery, music and more. Participants will explore Tudor Place’s historic house and garden through an artistic lens while […]
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Experimental Mixed Media Workshop with Saira
Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesLearn fundamental drawing and printmaking techniques in this 3 day mixed media workshop. This class will examine the work of influential painters and sculptors during the abstract expressionist movement in addition to methods of mark making as language. Students will learn various relief printmaking methods including gyotaku and frottage, two ancient techniques for capturing and […]
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Art in the Garden
Tudor PlaceJoin us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends with your own unique creation.
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Final Weekend to Experience Frank Stewart’s Collection for Free at the Phillips Collection c/o Bank of America.
The Phillips CollectionBank 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 […]
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“Poetry is a country”
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States"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 […]
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The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesExperience 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, […]
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Beginning and Intermediate Relief Printmaking with Leslie Rose
Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesWhether you're a budding artist or looking to expand your artistic horizons, this class is the perfect opportunity to explore your passion for printmaking. Use Akua inks to explore printmaking […]
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Textless Journals: Where did your journey take you? With Karen La Du
Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesA trip to an exotic port of call or a special party, your adventures are worth more than a smartphone photo file. In a world where our memories are often reduced to digital files, this workshop invites you to rediscover the art of storytelling through handmade books. Join Karen La Du in this workshop that […]
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Wreath Sale Fundraiser & Event for the Mount Zion & Female Union Band Society Cemeteries
Join us on Saturday, December 9th from 10:00 - 11:30 AM for the 3rd annual NSCDA-DC Wreath Laying Ceremony to Honor the Ancestors. Additionally, the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in DC is once again taking purchase orders for their fresh Fraser Fir Wreaths - all proceeds support Mount Zion and Female […]
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Keynote Address: Joy Harjo and Jaune Quick-to-See Smith
VirtualJoin us for a conversation with Joy Harjo, the 23rd United States Poet Laureate, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, curator of The Land Carries Our Ancestors, about the exhibition theme of reverence, study, and concern for the land. Harjo's poem "Once the World Was Perfect" from her 2015 book Conflict Resolution for Holy Beings is featured in […]
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Shakespeare in the Library: Will’s World and Today’s Theatre
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin us in our Library for a discussion with special collections librarian Yuri Long and guests from the Shakespeare Everywhere festival. They put early modern literature into conversation with contemporary plays, featuring books from the National Gallery of Art Library's special collections. December 1, 8, 15, and 29 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Free. No […]
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Guided Meditation: Mark Rothko
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin us for a 30-minute meditation lead by yoga instructor and artist Aparna Sadananda, surrounding by paintings by Mark Rothko. Free and open to all, no meditation experience required. This event is offered in conjunction with the Mark Rothko: Paintings on Paper exhibition. Aparna Sadananda is a yoga teacher (E-RYT 200 and RPYT) with experience […]
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Where Islands Converge: A Journey from Lemnos to Manhattan
Homme Gallery 2000 L Street, NW, Washington, DC, United StatesOpenings: 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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First Studio: Art, Story, and Workshop
The Kreeger MuseumYoung 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 a theme supported by a story, works of art from the collection, and a hands-on art-making experience. February's theme is "Find Lines, Wiggles, and Squiggles". […]
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“Rehearsal for Change” by Voices Unbarred – Ally Theater Company
Mason Exhibitions Arlington 3601 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA 22201, Arlington VA, VA, United StatesMason Exhibitions Arlington will host an interactive theater experience with Voices Unbarred. Voices Unbarred employs a tactic of Theater of the Oppressed, a revolutionary art form that helps people analyze […]
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Artist at Work Speakers Series: Camille Brown
Sitar Arts Center 1700 Kalorama Rd NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin Sitar Arts Center on Wednesday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. for a conversation with local art curator and rising star Camille Brown, our featured guest for the final installment of the in the 2024 Artists at Work Speakers Series. Artists at Work gives you exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to DC's most exciting arts venues through […]
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Watercolor Techniques Workshops with Etai Rogers-Fett – 3 sessions
Washington Printmakers Gallery 1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United StatesThursdays, June 13, 20, 27, 2024 6:30-9:00 P.M. 6/13 - PART ONE - Color Theory 6/20 - PART TWO - Brushwork and Textural Effects 6/27 - PART THREE - Washes and Glazing Explore the art of watercolor and learn new techniques in this class for beginner and intermediate-level painters. Practice watercolor techniques as you explore […]
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Profs & Pints DC: A World Heritage of Tattooing
Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United StatesProfs and Pints DC presents: “A World Heritage of Tattooing,” with Lars Krutak, DC-based anthropologist, research associate at the Museum of International Folk Art, author or editor of several books […]
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Profs & Pints DC: The Six Wives of Henry VIII
Penn Social 801 E St NW, Washington, DC, United StatesProfs and Pints DC presents: “The Six Wives of Henry VIII,” with Amy Leonard, associate professor of history at Georgetown University and scholar of women during the early modern period. “Divorced, beheaded, died; divorced, beheaded, survived.” This six-word rhyme is often all anyone knows or remembers about the six wives of Henry the Eighth. It’s […]
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Rajiv Vaidya Memorial Lecture 2024: Mira Nair
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesThe 2024 Rajiv Vaidya Memorial Lecture is presented by filmmaker Mira Nair, followed by a special screening of her 1988 award-winning Salaam Bombay! India and the World: East, West, and […]
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First Saturday: March
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesImmerse 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 […]
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Exhibition Tour—The ’70s Lens: Reimagining Documentary Photography
National Gallery of Art, West Building Located between 3rd and 9th Streets along Constitution Avenue NW Washington, DC 20001, Washington, DCJoin 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 […]
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Weaving Family Threads
National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United StatesWeaving 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 […]
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Easter Tour & Candy
Don your favorite Easter bonnet and attire (you could win a prize!) and celebrate spring! Tons of fun for children of all ages. Embark on an exciting self-guided adventure through […]
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Dispatched: The Photographic Summons of the Police Radio Antenna Tower
National Gallery of Art, West Building Located between 3rd and 9th Streets along Constitution Avenue NW Washington, DC 20001, Washington, DCBetween the late 1920s and the 1950s, thousands of municipalities across the United States installed one- and two-way police radio systems, each with a dedicated police radio antenna tower, which radically reshaped policing and the American landscape. This talk will focus on news photography and how reliance on this technology created a new genre of […]
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Exhibit Opening – “Jaguar Moon” & “My Tiny Castles”
Guild51 Gallery 1636 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, United StatesIn this exhibit, explore the works of two D.C. artists who, though drawing inspiration from different sources and working in different media, both celebrate the magic and splendor of our worlds. In his paintings and prints in “Jaguar Moon,” “Brocha” Mariano Arrien-Gomez shares some of the wonder he experienced while living in Bolivia, one of […]
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Arts in Foggy Bottom 2025 Outdoor Sculpture Biennial
842 New Hampshire Ave. NW 842 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, United StatesThe Arts in Foggy Bottom Outdoor Sculpture Biennial runs May 3 through October 25, 2025. The show, Homeland|Hostland, launches on May 3rd at 2pm with a special tour by curator and creative producer Fabiola R. Delgado and artist presentations starting at 842 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037. The free sculpture show features 14 […]
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Guild51 Gallery | Lea Barcus Artist Talk & Needle Felting Demonstration
Guild51 Gallery 1636 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC, United StatesPlease join us for an afternoon conversation with Lea Barcus, who will share how she transforms found objects into the intricate sculptural collages of “My Tiny Castles,” now on view at Guild51 Gallery. As part of a visual tour she will give of the various materials and techniques she uses in creating “My Tiny Castles,” […]
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Capital Arts Collective
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., United StatesCapital Arts Collective will be taking over Wilson Plaza on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Locals and passersby can shop and explore a curated selection of items by the area's most talented creatives, including everything from jewelry, paintings, candles, custom-designed items, home goods, and more. Capital […]
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Drop-in Artmaking with National Museum of Natural History
National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden 7th Street and Constitution Ave, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesPack a picnic blanket and snacks for activities in the National Gallery of Art’s Sculpture Garden! Educators from the National Museum of Natural History and National Gallery of Art will be in the garden, encouraging artful connections with the flora and fauna around you. Paint your own little beast, make observations of specimens from the […]
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Celebration of Textiles: Enduring Traditions
The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum 701 21st Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin us for a special centennial edition of our annual Celebration of Textiles community festival! This year, we’re highlighting the enduring textile traditions of cultures around the world, with special performances and activities led by practicing artists and diaspora communities from the Washington area. Explore the world of possibilities for making clothing and textiles, enjoy cultural […]
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Ancient Beacons Long for Notice
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesAncient Beacons Long for Notice is the third film in Dario Robleto’s trilogy engaging the history and legacy of the Golden Record. Attached to the deep space probe Voyager upon its launch in 1977, the Golden Record was a gold disc carrying a selection of images, languages, music, and sound to represent the complexity of […]
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National Gallery Nights: Back to School
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesThe seasons are changing, and National Gallery Nights is back! Lace up your sneakers, zip up your backpack, sharpen your pencils, and tap into your inner child on their first day of school—without the first-day nerves. Get creative using everyday materials in Artmaking 101. Don’t be late to music class, where Virginia-based band Butcher Brown […]
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Artist Talk: Carla Williams in Conversation with Deborah Willis
National Gallery of Art, East Building 150 4th Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesTo celebrate opening weekend of Photography and the Black Arts Movement: 1955-1985, join us for a conversation between exhibition artist Carla Williams and exhibition co-curator Deborah Willis, university professor and chair of the department of photography and imaging at the Tisch School of the Arts and director of the Center for Black Visual Culture at […]
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The Art of Looking: María Berrío, A Sunburst Restrained
Virtual EventMaría Berrío’s A Sunburst Restrained is the inspiration for this interactive conversation. Join us for a one-hour virtual session and share your observations, interpretations, questions, and ideas about this work of art. These conversations will encourage you to engage deeply with art, with others, and with the world around you as you hone skills in […]
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