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Watch members of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah), both of Massachusetts, as they share their culture and history in a virtual celebration of food, art, traditional stories, and film. The event features a talk by Chairwoman Cheryl Andrews-Maltais of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) on the […]
BARBER & BRAHMS – Resilience James Ross, Music Director Dylana Jenson, violin Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center On April 23, violinist Dylana Jenson sparks joy with her rendition of Barber’s Violin Concerto. ASO presents Brahms’ First Symphony and Brian Prechtl’s Tribute featuring students from Sympatico […]
BARBER & BRAHMS – Resilience James Ross, Music Director Dylana Jenson, violin Sunday, April 24, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. George Washington Masonic Memorial On April 24, violinist Dylana Jenson sparks joy with her rendition of Barber’s Violin Concerto. ASO also presents Brahms’ First Symphony, inspired by Beethoven and 20 years in the making. Masks are […]
Celebrate Pride with your chosen family at SAAM! Join us outside the museum on the F Street plaza and proudly march to the beat of DC’s Different Drummers. Enjoy a […]
Come explore the different types of plants that bloom in the fall. Young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers will learn about the tradition of the fall harvest and see what different plants in our garden are still growing. Enjoy a group reading of a book about the fall plants, create […]
Something tasty is heading to your hometown! America’s favorite cooking show is now on tour with MasterChef Junior Live! This high-energy, interactive, stage production brings the culinary hit TV show, […]
Indigenous people called Washington DC home long before anyone else did. Join us as we celebrate and acknowledge the indigenous people whose ancestral homelands are in Washington DC. Young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers will learn about different indigenous tribes and their storytelling traditions. Enjoy a story by an indigenous […]
Something old, something new! Compare how ceramics are made today, in the past, and across the globe! Learn how conservators care for ceramics during this virtual family workshop. Attendees then create their own ceramic masterpieces with advice on how to protect their artwork. This hands-on workshop is designed for children ages three to eight and […]
Halloween may make October seem like a spooky time of year, but many different cultures celebrate this season in their own way. Come learn about the holidays that are celebrated around the world during October. Young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers will enjoy a group reading of a holiday story, […]
Wear your Halloween costume and search for treats (not tricks) in every corner of the garden. Enjoy crafts, activities and period games amid lovely autumn plant life. This outdoor event will take place rain or shine.
Join the Smithsonian American Art Museum in celebrating Día de los Muertos! Bring the whole family to see exciting live performances from Ballet Folklorico Mi Herencia Mexicana, Mariachi Aguila DC, and Sol y Rumba. Enjoy face painting and our featured Día de los Muertos–themed crafts for all ages. This event will be hosted in the […]
Come learn more about Thanksgiving traditions with us. Young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers are invited to discover how Thanksgiving started, and the important role that indigenous people play in this holiday. Enjoy a group reading of a Thanksgiving story, create a turkey craft and sing along to Thanksgiving songs.
This two-day dedication of the National Native American Veterans Memorial includes performances by musical artists, presentation of colors by the Native American Women Warriors, hands-on activities, films, and a veterans hospitality suite. The Memorial flame will be lit from 5-6 PM. Hands-on Activities 10 AM-4PM Films 11 AM, 1 PM AND 3 PM | Rasmuson […]
Travel back in time to learn about the women who lived and worked at Tudor Place 100 years ago. Tour Tudor Place to learn about Caroline Peter and Nellie English before creating your own 1920s character. This program is perfect for girls and troops who want to explore local history and think imaginatively. It fulfills […]
The winter season is filled with so many different holidays; come learn how different people celebrate during this time of year. Young learners aged 18 months to 4 years and their caregivers will explore the traditions of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. Play games that are associated with the different celebrations, enjoy a group story about […]
Follow the gumdrops to Tudor Place for a family-friendly gingerbread house workshop. Enjoy a brief, kid-friendly tour of Tour Place focusing on holiday traditions & architecture. Then, build your own house, cottage or mansion at the gingerbread workshop. For families with children of all ages. For reservations for groups of 10 or more, email education@tudorplace.org. […]
Follow the gumdrops to Tudor Place for a family-friendly gingerbread house workshop. Enjoy a brief, kid-friendly tour of Tour Place focusing on holiday traditions & architecture. Then, build your own house, cottage or mansion at the gingerbread workshop. For families with children of all ages. For reservations for groups of 10 or more, email education@tudorplace.org. […]
James Ross, Music Director Thalea String Quartet Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. George Washington Masonic Memorial Samuel Barber’s beloved Adagio for Strings expresses tragedy and pain, resolving in peaceful rest. Haydn’s last and greatest symphony and Montgomery’s Banner […]
James Ross, Music Director Thalea String Quartet Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. George Washington Masonic Memorial Samuel Barber’s beloved Adagio for Strings expresses tragedy and pain, resolving in peaceful rest. Haydn’s last and greatest symphony and Montgomery’s Banner […]
Visit the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian and enjoy the three-day festival featuring storytelling, traditional flute music, traditional games, demonstrations, music, dance performances, and hands-on activities in the imagiNATIONS Activity Center. This free event showcases the shared history and cultural lifeways of the three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—Cherokee Nation, Eastern Band of Cherokee […]
From water scarcity to floods and erosion, Native nations are addressing climate change across Indian Country. During the Living Earth Festival, join the museum for a weekend of conversations, demonstrations, and artmaking to learn how Indigenous communities are stepping forward with aggressive plans to protect their ways of life. Throughout the weekend, visitors can hear […]
An all-women’s group, the Zuni Olla Maidens from New Mexico are known for the Pottery Dance, in which they move in carefully choreographed steps with painted jars balanced on their heads. As cultural ambassadors for the Zuni Pueblo community, they pay homage to their female ancestors and preserve cultural traditions for future generations. Saturday, May […]
Corridor Four challenges the image of the American hero in a heartfelt portrait of 9/11 first responder Isaac Ho‘opi‘i (Native Hawaiian) as he works to put the traumatic experience behind him through the support of his family and love of music. A discussion with Ho‘opi‘i follows the film. The program will close with a performance […]
Saturday and Sunday, October 28–29, 10 AM – 5 PM Free | National Mall Bring the whole family to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian to participate in activities including dance performances, papel picado artist demonstrations, the unique art of sawdust carpets, and paper marigold and mask making. Visitors are also invited to […]
Under the direction of Music Director James Ross, Alexandria Symphony Orchestra conveys the sounds of Appalachia and Americana with the program “Going Home,” anchored by Antonín Dvořák’s beloved New World Symphony. Tscenacomoco, a commission by Native American composer Dawn Avery, connects to Alexandria’s Native history and Dvořák’s exploration of Native American and African American music. […]
Ring in the holiday season (literally!) at The Washington Chorus' "A Candlelight Christmas!" Featuring spirited brass, a festive chorus, and extra special guests to help you celebrate the season, this concert is among the DC region's most beloved holiday traditions—so don't miss this heartwarming seasonal delight!
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 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". […]
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 symbolism and history of this beloved and storied ingredient through art making and other hands-on activities at the National Museum of the American Indian. • […]
