Ajay Banga on the World Bank Group’s jobs agenda and global development
Ajay Banga, president of the World Bank Group, discusses the organization's jobs agenda and its role in promoting job creation and economic development in a rapidly changing global economy. The Atlantic Council talk highlights policy priorities, development strategies, and international cooperation.
Jazz Afternoons
Jazz Afternoons at the Smithsonian American History Museum during Jazz Appreciation Month. On Tuesday afternoons, a rotating display brings out rare jazz treasures—Duke Ellington’s manuscripts, Ella Fitzgerald’s dresses, Dizzy Gillespie’s trumpet, John Coltrane’s manuscript, and Benny Goodman’s clarinet—while curators discuss the objects in the galleries.
Unstuck Tuesday: Startup Pitches & Feedback
Unstuck Tuesday invites founders to pitch their ideas, exchange feedback, and map concrete next steps with mentors. This recurring Washington, DC meetup features short introductions, collaborative problem-solving, and action-oriented planning to unblock progress for your startup.
Handi-hour
Join Handi-hour, a hands-on art workshop at the Renwick Gallery. Explore craft techniques inspired by American art and create a small handiwork to take home in a relaxed museum setting.
Expert Is In: Orchid Collections and Care
Join an expert-led session at the National Museum of African American History and Culture to explore orchid collections and learn practical care and display tips. This science-focused lecture blends museum context with hands-on guidance for casual plant lovers and serious collectors.
Edge AI for Government Field Operations
Explore how edge AI accelerates decision-making in government field operations in this virtual session. Learn about real-time analytics, secure on-device inference, and scalable data pipelines designed for frontline public-sector teams.
Galantis
Galantis, the acclaimed electronic duo, performs in Washington, DC for a high-energy EDM night. Presented by Insomniac, the show promises bold synths, soaring drops, and immersive production at a premier DC venue.
University Jazz Jam
Hear top collegiate jazz ensembles from Shenandoah Conservatory, UMBC, Temple University, American University and more at the Smithsonian's American History Museum. The University Jazz Jam showcases energy, artistry, and region-wide innovation produced by student performers in a formal museum setting.
KSHMR
Electronic dance music artist KSHMR performs in Washington, DC as part of an Insomniac event. Expect high-energy EDM with immersive production on a crowded dancefloor in a major DC venue.
Language & Liberty: Poetry as Civic Inheritance with Tracy K. Smith
Poet Tracy K. Smith delivers a reading and talk on how poetry serves as civic inheritance, exploring language as a force for liberty at Planet Word Museum. The evening blends performance with reflective discussion on language, memory, and public life in an intimate museum setting.
History Film Forum presents Early Jazz on Film
History Film Forum at the American History Museum presents Early Jazz on Film, tracing how jazz and cinema shaped the Jazz Age. A screening program of rare early jazz film clips paired with expert commentary, spotlighting the transition from silent to sound cinema.
Axelrod String Quartet: Haydn, Bartók & Beethoven
The Smithsonian Chamber Music Society presents the Axelrod String Quartet in the Stradivarius vs. Amati Saturday series at the American History Museum. Hear Haydn's Quartet in D major, Bartók's No. 2 in A minor, and Beethoven's Quartet in C-sharp minor, on historic instruments in an intimate chamber-music setting.
Congressional Cemetery Cherry Blossom 5K
A 5K road race in Washington, DC at Congressional Cemetery, starting at 08:00. The course weaves through a historic cemetery area with 500–1,000 participants, offering a community, family-friendly running event during cherry blossom season.
Bridget Everett: Big Titties, Big Dreams
Bridget Everett performs her bold stand-up show 'Big Titties, Big Dreams' at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. Expect fearless storytelling, crowd work, and larger-than-life humor from the acclaimed comedian in a late-evening, intimate theatre setting.
Art in the A.M.
Join Art in the A.M., a morning art program at the Renwick Gallery. Start your day with a guided viewing of current contemporary works from the Smithsonian collection, with expert insights that illuminate the pieces and spark conversation.
NMAAHC Live! Charles McPherson: A Jazz Appreciation Month Concert
Jazz legend Charles McPherson headlines a Jazz Appreciation Month concert at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The indoor evening spotlights McPherson's lyrical alto sax and bebop repertoire in a culturally rich museum setting in Washington, DC.
Washington DC Conference on Education
An education-focused conference at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. The event brings educators, researchers, and policymakers together for keynote talks, panel discussions, and workshops exploring teaching strategies, policy trends, and the challenges facing higher education.
The Martinez Brothers
Renowned electronic duo The Martinez Brothers headline in Washington, DC for an Insomniac show, delivering pulsating house and deep tech rhythms. Expect a high-energy, immersive club night with signature drops and dancefloor theatrics.
Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra: Jazz Across America
The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra presents Jazz Across America, a rich program tracing the arc of jazz from its roots to bold modern echoes. Featuring selections associated with Jelly Roll Morton and Sun Ra, the concert at the American History Museum celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month with living history in sound.
Matt Fraser - America's Top Psychic Medium
Matt Fraser, America's Top Psychic Medium, brings a live evening to Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C. This intimate show blends psychic readings, storytelling, and audience interaction as Fraser channels messages from the spirit world.
D.O.D
D.O.D electrifies Washington, DC with high-octane electronic beats for an Insomniac night out. Expect dynamic drops, immersive lights, and club vibes at an indoor venue as this renowned DJ headlines a city-dance-floor frenzy.
Puro Ritmo: Salsa Family Festival
Join the National Museum of the American Latino for Puro Ritmo: Salsa Family Festival at the American History Museum. From 12–5 PM, enjoy salsa dance lessons, a guided tour of the ¡Puro Ritmo! exhibition, family activities, West African percussion, and a live salsa concert with listening sessions led by prominent salseros.
Sonatas of Johann Sebastian Bach (Masterworks of Three Centuries)
The Smithsonian Chamber Music Society presents Bach sonatas (Masterworks of Three Centuries) performed on period instruments by Catherine Manson (violin) and Kenneth Slowik (harpsichord) at the American History Museum. Part of an eight-concert series highlighting masterworks from the 17th to 20th centuries.
Reliable by Design: Building Continuous Resilience into Federal Systems
Explore how to design and operate resilient federal systems in a digital era. This virtual conference gathers government and industry experts to discuss architectures, governance, threat modeling, and best practices for continuous resilience in mission-critical services.
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