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July Events at The Hillwood Museum, Estate and Gardens
July 1 @ 8:00 am - July 31 @ 5:00 pm EDT
July
On View
Opening June 10, 2023
Transparent or opaque, fragile yet impervious, glass has inspired artists and designers, stimulated scientists and engineers, and captivated collectors with its beauty and practicality. Hillwood founder Marjorie Merriweather Post was no exception, and she amassed over 1,600 pieces of glass, created in the 17th-20th centuries in Western Europe, Russia, and the United States. This special exhibition will highlight this lesser-known aspect of Hillwood’s collection, featuring a range of styles and techniques, while placing the historic creations in dialogue with astounding contemporary artworks. Featuring more than 300 items, ranging from the 2nd century to today, the exhibition will demonstrate the innovation and talent of artists and designers throughout the world working with the challenging medium of glass and why the material has continued to intrigue and inspire. See glass in a new light through the finest examples of vases, chandeliers, drinkware, sculpture, and more.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Programs
Tanabata: The Japanese Star Festival
Friday, July 7, 2023, 5:30-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive outdoor celebration of Tanabata, the Japanese Star Festival, featuring a musical performance, art project, and more.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Gardener’s Focus Tour | Summer Designs
Tuesday, July 11 and 18, 2023, 12:30-1:15 p.m.Friday, July 14 and 21, 2022, 12:30-1:15 p.m.
Join Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture, to explore the summer garden displays and learn about the design process of creating this planting, including firsthand stories of practical gardening lessons.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Dance on the Lunar Lawn | Coyaba Dance Theater
Thursday, July 20, 2023, 5:30-8 p.m.
Friday, July 21, 2023, 5:30-8 p.m.
Saturday, July 22, 2023, 5:30-8 p.m.
Spend an evening in Hillwood’s gardens enjoying a performance by Coyaba Dance Theater, which highlights traditional and contemporary West African dance and music.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Virtual Floral Design | Sustainable Floristry
Friday, July 21, 2023, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Follow along with Ami Wilber, floral and event décor designer, to create a beautiful floral arrangement celebrating the creative potential of sustainable floristry.
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008
