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Georgetown Walking Tour: Herring Hill

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Uncover the rich history of Georgetown’s African-American communities with Dwane Starlin, member of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides. Starting in Herring Hill, learn about the eighteenth-century community to both enslaved and freed blacks. Continue exploring Georgetown and see the churches and schools established by African-American Georgetowners during the nineteenth century.

$18 – $20

35th Annual DKMC Walk Weekend

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Stretch 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 […]

Boxwood for the Future

Georgetown Garden of Nancy Pyne 1224 30th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

As part of the Garden Conservancy Open Days Program Digging Deeper series: Andrea Filippone is a boxwood expert who is on a crusade to get people to move beyond the sickly standard English and American box varieties to embrace lesser-known hybrids that are elegant and agreeably pungent, but better garden plants. The latest influx of […]

$35

Compost Tea for Healthy Soil & Healthy Gardens

Georgetown Garden of Nancy Pyne 1224 30th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

As part of the Garden Conservancy Open Days Program Digging Deeper series: in 2011, Nancy Gray Pyne hired the New Jersey-based firm, F2 Environmental Design. Andrea Filippone is a boxwood expert who is on a crusade to get people to move beyond the sickly standard English and American box varieties to embrace lesser-known hybrids that […]

$35

Georgetown Walking Tour: Undercover Georgetown

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

CIA, OSS, NSA, FBI & KGB Playground! Join Dwane Starlin, member of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides, as he leads you through various clandestine locales of Georgetown. See where covert activities took place behind closed doors and in public places. Hear how “Wild Bill” Donovan, Aldrich Ames, Alger Hiss, and others practiced their spycraft. […]

$18 – $20

Georgetown Nightlife Walking Tour

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

In May 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a bill that made it legal for the first time since 1917 to sell hard liquor to patrons standing at bars in […]

$18 – $20

Georgetown Walking Tour: War of 1812

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Join professional tour guide Dwane Starlin and view the parts of Georgetown involved in conflicts during the "Second Revolutionary War," including Dumbarton House!

$18 – $20

Brews, Booze & Bites

The third annual Brews, Booze & Bites is Saturday, September 22 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Spend the first day of fall in the historic gardens of Tudor Place […]

$6 – $45

Profs & Pints: Digital-Age Democracy

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: "Digital-Age Democracy," with Joshua A. Geltzer, founding executive director and visiting professor of law at Georgetown's Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection, former senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council. Democracy in the digital age is full of new opportunities--and new risks. On the eve of Election Day, we'll […]

$2 – $12

Via Umbria Galleria Presents Kristina King: Atmospheric Works Art Exhibition Opening Reception

You're invited to the opening reception of the art exhibition, Kristina King: Atmospheric Works, in Via Umbria's second floor art gallery in Georgetown. Venue: Via Umbria Galleria 1525 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20007 Date: Sunday, November 18, 2018 Time: 4 - 6 pm Free. Refreshments provided. About the artist: Kristina King is a Washington, […]

Free

Candlelight Tours

Tudor Place

Celebrate the season and the Centennial of the end of World War I with a festive evening at Tudor Place. Tour the mansion by “candlelight,” viewing decorations inspired by 1918 post-war Christmas celebrations. Enjoy light refreshments inspired by food and drink at home and on the front lines a century ago. The perfect evening for […]

$15 – $25

Tudor Place 27th Annual Spring Garden Party

Tudor Place

Join friends, neighbors and celebrants who will gather on Wednesday, May 22 at 6 p.m. for the 27th Annual Spring Garden Party at Tudor Place. This festive event, chaired by Beth Clifton and Whitney Rosenthal, draws prominent Washingtonians and guests from around the nation. Bruce Whelihan, a stalwart and longtime supporter and former trustee, will […]

$225 – $250

Garden Luncheon: Amanda Nisbet Design

Tudor Place

Join us at a Garden Luncheon with lauded interior designer and author of Dazzling Design, Amanda Nisbet of Amanda Nisbet Design. Nisbet, a self-described "color whisperer," has an inherent ability to create spaces that are simultaneously comfortable and elegant. Enjoy a lovely lunch with friends under the tent on the sprawling South Lawn, and a […]

$75 – $85

Sidewalk Widening Meeting with the BID

The Georgetown BID is hosting two virtual meetings March 24 and 25 to share updates about our sidewalk widening project before installation begins. Both meetings will include the same content. Wednesday, March 24 at 6:30pm. Click here to register. […]

Reconnect with the Sacred Landscapes We Call Home

Dumbarton United Methodist Church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

"Our First Way of Knowing God" Adult Study Begins Thursday April 22, 7-8:15 pm This seven-week study, led by staff from Dumbarton Methodist Church is meant to encourage us to […]

Free

National Picnic Day at the Fairmont

Fairmont Washington DC

WASHINGTON, DC – April 20, 2021 – Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is celebrating National Picnic Day Friday,   April 23 thru Sunday, April 25th, with a choice of three picnic baskets to-go.  […]

Architecture Tour of Dumbarton House

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

April is National Architecture Month! Celebrate by learning about how Dumbarton House and its surrounding landscape have changed over the past two-hundred years, since it was built in 1799. Explore […]

$10

Reel Georgetown: Movies and Movie Theaters Virtual Walking Tour

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Warm up for the Oscars by joining Dwane Starlin, member of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides & former SAG-AFTRA actor, for a tour of Georgetown when the neighborhood was […]

$8 – $10

DC Punch Needle Class with Wendy Galietta Williams

Shop Made in DC 1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Washington, DC, DC, United States

3-THURSDAY, MAY 27th 2021 (IRL @ Georgetown Garden – 1533 Wisconsin Ave NW) DC Punch Needle Class – Wendy Galietta Williams : $60 / Person – 7-8:30PM SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dc-punch-needle-class-with-wendy-galietta-williams-tickets-152095865829 If […]

Hand Lettering Happy Hour—Good Letters Design

Shop Made in DC 1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Washington, DC, DC, United States

4-THURSDAY, JUNE 3rd 2021 (VIRTUAL) – Hand Lettering Happy Hour – Good Letters Design : $40/person – 6:30-8PM SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hand-lettering-happy-hour-tickets-142795764977 Pour yourself your preferred beverage and join Madelyne Adams, the hands behind the hand lettering of Good Letters Design, for a hand lettering happy hour. This workshop will cover the basics of hand lettering and […]

Embroidery 101 with Hayley Hassan

Shop Made in DC 1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Washington, DC, DC, United States

5-SATURDAY, JUNE 5th 2021  (IRL @ Georgetown Garden – 1533 Wisconsin Ave NW) – EMBROIDERY 101 – Hayley Hassan : $75/person – 2-4PM SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/embroidery-101-tickets-152158844199 Embroidery Artist Hayley Hassan will teach you IRL the fundamentals of embroidery with a female inspired class!  She will teach a simple pattern of the female sign, as well as teach […]

Brush Lettering with Good Letters Design

Shop Made in DC 1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Washington, DC, DC, United States

7-WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16th 2021 (VIRTUAL) – Brush Lettering – Good Letters Design : $55/person – 7-9PM SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brush-lettering-with-good-letters-design-tickets-142796244411 Looking to brush up on your lettering skills or pick up a new hobby? Join Madelyne Adams, the hands behind the hand lettering of Good Letters Design, for this intro to brush lettering course. This workshop will […]

Watercolor Lettering with Rachel Heiss

Shop Made in DC 1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Washington, DC, DC, United States

8-THURSDAY, JUNE 17th (VIRTUAL) – Watercolor Lettering – Rachel Heiss : $60/person – 6:30-7:30PM SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-watercolor-lettering-tickets-152157454041 Watercolor is a super versatile medium for all different styles of hand-lettering. We'll practice modern cursive and block lettering styles, as well as watercolor techniques to enhance your hand lettering! Your watercolor lettering practice will culminate in a painting […]

Intro to Embroidery with Three Little Birds Sewing Co.

Shop Made in DC 1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, Washington, DC, DC, United States

10-THURSDAY, JUNE 24th 2021 (VIRTUAL) – Intro to Embroidery – Three Little Birds Sewing Co : $65/person – 7-9PM SIGN UP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-embroidery-dc-cherry-blossom-flag-tickets-154746076681 If you've been looking for a relaxing project to keep your hands & mind busy, embroidery is a great option! Join Kate from Three Little Birds Sewing Co and learn the very basics of […]

Exterior Tour of Dumbarton House

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Come learn about how Dumbarton House and its surrounding landscape have changed over the past two-hundred years since its construction in 1799. Explore the site and imagine what it might […]

$12

Moments Exceptionnels By Marie-B Cilia De Amicis – Photography Exhibit

1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, Dc, 20007 1641 Wisconsin Ave, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Moments 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 […]

Free

Free Landmark Lecture: Women and Slavery in Georgetown

Tudor Place

Elsa Mendoza, Assistant Curator, Georgetown Slavery Archive, Georgetown University will speak about women and slavery at Georgetown, and will examine women’s unique roles in the history of slavery in Georgetown and its namesake university. Through the intertwined stories of women enslaved at the school and the women from the city who enslaved them, this talk […]

Free

Tour the Historic City Tavern

City Tavern Club

If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you through all four floors of the City Tavern. Highlights include a hand written invitation by first lady Abigail Adams, a map of Washington, D.C. from […]

Free

Mother Goose at Imagination Stage

Premiere of Mother Goose runs March 11 - April 10, 2022   BETHESDA, MD (February 15, 2022) Imagination Stage continues its 2021-2022 season with the World Premiere production of Mother […]

19th Annual Georgetown French Market

Georgetown

Our 19th annual Georgetown French Market is this Friday, April 29 - Sunday, May 1 (10 am - 5 pm on Friday & Saturday, and 12 pm - 5 pm on Sunday). The free event is located along Wisconsin Avenue between O Street and Reservoir Road in the Book Hill section of Georgetown. More than […]

Reception and Film Preview: Walls of Respect: Norman Parish and the Parish Art Gallery

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

Walls of Respect is a new documentary honoring the life and work of Norman Parish, Jr., whose Georgetown gallery showcased international African-American art when few galleries did the same. This film will explore Parish's artistic legacy through interviews with past exhibitors, family, friends, collectors, and art professionals, and the impact of Parish's work on artists […]

$50

Film Preview: Walls of Respect: Norman Parish and the Parish Art Gallery

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

You 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 […]

$10

Stars, Snacks & Stripes

Tudor Place

Join us to celebrate the Fourth of July with this outdoor event. Bring your own picnic and collect an Independence Day-inspired mini-lesson and craft bundle to complete on your own. […]

$10 – $15

Georgetown Sunset Cinema

Georgetown Waterfront Park K and Water Streets NW, Washington, DC, United States

Washington, D.C. (May 17, 2022) – After a two-year hiatus, the Georgetown Sunset Cinema outdoor movies series — hosted by the Georgetown Business Improvement District (BID) — will make its way […]

Exploring Garden Features At Tudor Place

Tudor Place

Discover the history of the garden at Tudor Place in this exclusive event. Join fellow members on a guided tour focusing on the garden decor. Afterwards, enjoy light refreshments and […]

Members: Free | Tudor Place Membership must be current at time of the event.

Behind the Canvas: How A Vision Takes Form & Paintings Come to Be

Tudor Place

Join 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 […]

$5 – $10

Georgetown’s Little Folks School Celebrates 50 Years

Little Folks School

The school will mark this milestone with an Anniversary Gala on Friday, November 18, 2022 at the Anderson House. The event is Roaring 20s themed - fitting for this golden anniversary […]

BANK OF AMERICA Demystifies the Homebuying Process with FREE HOMEBUYER WORKSHOP in Georgetown

Bank of America 1339 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, D.C., United States

Open to the public, Bank of America is offering a free workshop to help individuals and families chart their journey to homeownership WHAT:       Bank of America’s free Homebuyer Workshops provide guidance, tips and resources to help you learn and prepare for your homeownership journey. During the workshop, attendees will learn: The benefits of owning a […]

From the Archives with Love

Tudor Place

Sending a card is often the simplest way to show someone you care. How long has this tradition existed and how etiquette around St. Valentine’s Day evolved? In this hour […]

$25 – $30

Seeking Champion Trees

Tudor Place

You’ve heard about March Madness, but what about the Championship of Trees? In this interactive Arbor Day program, learn about the heritage trees that grow at Tudor Place. Then, under […]

$15 – $20

93rd Annual Georgetown Garden Tour

Georgetown Garden 1533 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

93rd ANNUAL GEORGETOWN GARDEN TOUR MAY 13, 2023 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Please join us for a garden walk and afternoon refreshments. The Georgetown Garden Club of Washington, DC, […]

A Tale of Two Cemeteries

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

Historian and Historic Preservationist Paul K. Williams rather unexpectedly became the Superintendent of two very different yet active cemeteries in Washington, DC during the past twelve years: Capitol Hill's Congressional Cemetery and more recently, Georgetown's Oak Hill Cemetery where he resides in the gatehouse. Both historic cemeteries were established before 1850, and are the final […]

Free

The History and Architecture of Georgetown and Washington DC

City Tavern Club 3206 M Street N.W., Washington, DC, United States

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 […]

Free Lecture. Subscription Dinner following

Celebrate the World Culture Festival at Martin’s Tavern

Martin's Tavern 1264 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

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 […]

Death Comes to Tudor Place

Tudor Place

Join us for this special guided tour of the historic house from October 3 through November 5. This tour reveals almost 200 years of mourning customs as expressed through artifacts and décor and explores the evolution of funeral and burial traditions among Peter family members. Tours will consider the traditions of enslaved and free domestic […]

$5 – $10

Concerts at Holy Trinity presents: The Amabile Piano Duo

Holy Trinity Catholic Church 36th & O Streets

Domi Oh and John Fisher will be playing four-handed piano works from Brahms, Barber, and others. Admission is free; your donation is welcome at the door.

Concerts at Holy Trinity presents: The Thirteen

Holy Trinity Catholic Church 36th & O Streets

The highly-acclaimed choral ensemble "The Thirteen" returns to historic Holy Trinity for a concert celebrating the wonder and awe of the Christmas story in song, under the baton of Matthew Robertson. The Thirteen is unmatched in its commitment to the intimate connection generated between artists and audience by collaborative choral music. Come experience choral music […]