8 upcoming art events
Penanggalan Crows Foot Nuclear Tomb Tartarean
Fri, 3 Jul 2026 at 2:30 PM
Rhizome DC
An avant-garde contemporary art piece at Rhizome DC blending experimental visuals and sound in a night-length installation. Penanggalan Crows Foot Nuclear Tomb Tartarean invites viewers to navigate a shifting, immersive environment that pushes the boundaries of perception in an intimate indoor space.
Line, Shape, and Color with Dora Kamau
Wed, 8 Jul 2026 at 2:00 PM
The Phillips Collection
Explore line, shape, and color in a hands-on art workshop led by Dora Kamau at The Phillips Collection. This intimate session inside the museum invites adults to experiment with composition, guided demonstrations, and personal feedback in a welcoming, creative setting.
State Fairs: Growing American Craft
Mon, 7 Sept 2026 at 6:00 AM
Renwick Gallery
Explore State Fairs: Growing American Craft at the Renwick Gallery. This Smithsonian exhibition traces how state fairs shaped American craft, showcasing quilts, pottery, glass, and other handmade objects from regional artists. Immersive displays highlight the craft narratives behind America's enduring design heritage.
Photographic Memory: Fifty Years of Photography
Mon, 31 Aug 2026
A retrospective tracing fifty years of photography from film to digital, featuring archival prints and contemporary re-prints. Housed in a gallery setting, the show highlights evolving techniques and subjects across decades.
The Marilyn Lichtman Fund
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Kreeger Museum
An evening fundraiser at The Kreeger Museum in Washington, supporting the Marilyn Lichtman Fund and the museum's ongoing programs. The event combines a reception with a program highlighting the fund's impact on contemporary art and institutional initiatives.
Monotype and Mixed Media with Bridget Murphy
Wed, 3 Mar 2027 at 1:30 PM
Georgetown Piano Bar
Join Bridget Murphy for a hands-on monotype and mixed-media workshop at Georgetown. Learn printmaking techniques, experiment with layered media, and create your own mixed-media piece in a relaxed studio setting.
The Marilyn Lichtman Fund
Sun, 31 Jan 2027 at 2:00 PM
The Kreeger Museum
An evening at The Kreeger Museum highlighting the Marilyn Lichtman Fund, a donor-supported program backing arts initiatives. Guests will hear from curators about upcoming acquisitions and community projects, with gallery access and light refreshments as proceeds support museum programming.
Georgetown Spring Art Walk
Sun, 21 Mar 2027 at 8:00 AM
Georgetown Piano Bar
Join a festive open-air art stroll through Georgetown as galleries and storefronts showcase contemporary works and installations during the Georgetown Spring Art Walk. The event on March 21, 2027 begins at noon and invites visitors to explore visual art across the historic district.