Transportation Week: Bicycles
At the National Museum of American History, Transportation Week spotlights bicycles as part of American mobility, history, and culture. The day features docent-led tours (10:30–noon), Wheelwoman performances, and conversations that explore how cycling shapes the past and future.
Peni Candra Rini, Weed Tree, Naoko Wowsugi
Three artists Peni Candra Rini, Weed Tree, and Naoko Wowsugi present a collaborative exhibition at Rhizome DC, exploring memory, landscape, and identity through immersive installations and new media works. The show foregrounds interdisciplinary approaches in a contemporary gallery setting.
Research Month: Annual Research Symposium
Howard University hosts its Annual Research Symposium as part of Research Month. Hear from faculty and students across biomedical science, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and more. Network with researchers, industry partners, and funding agencies to discover cutting-edge projects shaping tomorrow's breakthroughs.
CEO–CMO Compact: Trust, Tenure & Growth
Join a panel-style dialogue at Refraction as senior leaders unpack the CEO–CMO dynamic, how trust accelerates tenure, and what it takes to drive growth in today’s C-suite. A practical, executive-focused session hosted by NVTC.
Creative Development Series: Projection Mapping
Join the Creative Development Series for a hands-on projection-mapping workshop at Torpedo Factory Art Center. Learn fundamentals of mapping video to architectural surfaces, experiment with software workflows, and develop a short projection piece to showcase your approach.
Russian Espionage and Intelligence Tradecraft: Hybrid War and Dirty Tricks
Join a focused lecture at the International Spy Museum on Russian espionage and intelligence tradecraft, including hybrid warfare tactics and 'dirty tricks' shaping modern conflicts. Led by security and intelligence experts, the session blends history with contemporary analysis in a museum setting in Washington. Perfect for adults with an interest in geopolitics and cryptic warfare.
Oscar Peterson Donation Ceremony
A formal donation ceremony at the American History Museum presents artifacts honoring jazz legend Oscar Peterson to the National Museum of American History. The event celebrates Peterson's virtuosity and his influence on modern jazz piano.
Benjamin Alard @ Live! at 10th & G
Benjamin Alard delivers a refined harpsichord recital at Live! at 10th & G, exploring Baroque gems with crisp ornamentation and lyrical phrasing. The intimate venue promises a focused, elegant evening of early music.
Teacher Weekend Intensive: Exploring the New Folger Guides to Teaching Shakespeare
Educators attend a weekend intensive at the Folger Shakespeare Library to explore the new Folger Guides for teaching Shakespeare. The workshop combines hands-on strategies, collaborative discussion, and practical lesson-planning designed to enrich classroom instruction.
Pollinated Light
Pollinated Light opens at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, Studio 28, presenting a new installation of illuminated works exploring pollination-inspired motifs. This contemporary art exhibition invites visitors to linger with luminous forms inside a historic Alexandria studio building.
Future Fridays: Detroit
Join Future Fridays for a virtual session featuring personal stories shaping Detroit's transformation. Explore how identity, memory, and belonging influence what it means for a city to evolve, in a thoughtful dialogue hosted by the National Building Museum.
Basically Jewish
An evening lecture in the Basically Jewish series at Sixth & I, exploring Jewish history, culture, and identity in an intimate Washington, DC venue. Thoughtful, engaging discussion suited for adults.
Third Act
Screening of a documentary about Robert A. Nakamura, the 'Godfather of Asian American film,' directed by Tadashi Nakamura. The in-person event at the Asian Art Museum West Building features a discussion with the filmmaker about his father's legacy and his own filmmaking journey.
Lena Seikaly & the Chris Grasso Trio
Renowned vocalist Lena Seikaly teams with the Chris Grasso Trio for an intimate jazz night at Upstairs @ Mr. Henry’s in Washington, DC. Expect traditional vocal jazz with contemporary flair in a cozy club atmosphere.
Live-score silent-film screening with Stephanie Chou
Two early Asian American silent films are shown with a live score by Stephanie Chou and her band at the Asian Art Museum. The Tong Man and The Curse of Quon Gwon pair cinema history with live music, offering a stylish, history-rich experience.
Richard Shindell
Live appearance by folk singer-songwriter Richard Shindell at Jammin' Java in Vienna. An intimate evening of storytelling and melodic acoustic songs in a cozy, listening-room atmosphere.
PLAYdate by Happenstance Theater
Happenstance Theater presents PLAYdate, a devised theatrical piece by a powerhouse ensemble. Over May 2–3 at DC Theater in Washington, D.C., the company crafts a new play through collaboration, blending scripted moments with improvisation for an intimate, live stage experience.
Katharine Wilkinson Book Launch
Join author Katharine Wilkinson for the launch of Climate Wayfinding. The event will be held online and at multiple venues across the US, featuring a talk on climate storytelling, a Q&A, and a chance to get a signed copy, celebrating practical climate action through narrative.
May Virtual Book Club
Join the May Virtual Book Club to discuss A Remarkable Mother by Jimmy Carter. This online gathering invites readers to explore themes, share interpretations, and connect with fellow literature enthusiasts across time zones. An accessible, discussion-focused event hosted by Archives.gov.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting
The ninth meeting of the FOIA Advisory Committee convenes to review updates on FOIA policy, transparency practices, and ongoing projects. This multi-location and online session brings federal officials and stakeholders together to discuss access to information and public-records challenges.
Spotlight on Design: GGN
Shannon Nichol, co-founder of GGN, discusses the firm's holistic approach to landscape architecture, weaving urban planning, landscape design, restoration ecology, architecture, engineering, and art. The National Building Museum talk offers insight into innovative, cross-disciplinary design for cities and public spaces.
Return to Venus
Join a science lecture at the National Air and Space Museum (also online) on May 7, 2026, from 8–9pm, to explore future missions to Venus, Earth's twin. The talk outlines NASM's plans and current Venus research, offering a space-history setting in Washington, DC.
Guiding the Golden Dome: Missile Defense Architecture & Acquisition
In-person industry conference hosted by Government Executive at the Carahsoft Conference Center in Reston, VA, examining how architecture and procurement shape the future of integrated missile defense. Attendees will hear from defense and government leaders on acquisition strategies, program interfaces, and policy implications driving next-gen defense systems.
Live: Reona Amp, Chuck Bettis, Mick Barr, Sarah Hughes, Jerry Busher & Jeff Barsky
An intimate, boundary-pushing night of experimental music at Rhizome DC featuring Reona Amp, Chuck Bettis, Mick Barr, Sarah Hughes, Jerry Busher, and Jeff Barsky. The unlikely lineup blends drone tones, improvisation and abrasive textures in a venue known for avant-garde performances. A rare showcase for fans of challenging, fearless sound.
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