Join the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center in celebrating the new exhibitions:
Kids@Katzen: The Photographic Life
Raoul Middleman: City Limits
Regaining Our Faculties: Zoë Charlton, Tim Doud, Deborah Kahn...
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Winter 2012 American University Museum Artists' Reception
January 28, 2012 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Free
King in our Midst
Come to your National Cathedral for "King in our Midst," celebrating the legacy of Dr. King where he delivered his final Sunday sermon.
Featured performers for 2012 include the Malcolm X Dancers & Drummers, managed by...
January 16, 2012 - 2:00pm - 3:45pm
canned goods OR one new children's book
National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature
The Center for the Book in the Library of Congress announces the 2012-2013 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature in a special ceremony.
January 10, 2012 - 11:00am
40 Free Events in 40 Days
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW) hosts 40 free events in 40 days running January 4 through February 12, 2012 at 545 7th Street, SE. The 40 events explore how art continually engages, inspires, informs...
January 4, 2012 - February 12, 2012
Free
ARTINI 2012
During this annual month-long fundraiser hosted by the Corcoran’s 1869 Society, 12 of the city’s best restaurants and lounges take inspiration from the Corcoran collection and compete to create the most artistic martini. Join the 1869...
March 31, 2012 - 8:30pm - April 1, 2012 - 12:00am
New Years Eve with the Great Larry Willis Quartet
New Years package includes: Live jazz from 9 pm - 1 am, three-course menu, bottle of brand champagne, hat, and noisemakers.
Pianist Larry Willis has had an important and distinguished 40-year career in jazz. Since making his recording...
December 31, 2011 - 9:00pm
$85
Textile Museum - Mid-Winter Family Fest: Celebrate Africa!
In the cold of January, things will be warm at The Textile Museum as we celebrate the many arts and cultures of Africa at the third annual TM Mid-Winter Family Festival...
January 21, 2012 - 10:00am
FREE!
Look Both Ways: Street Arts Across America
Kennedy Center supports the timeless tradition of street art and sheds light on artists and companies who are producing extraordinary work not on a proscenium stage but in public spaces. From May 5-13, 2012, the festival offers free programming...
May 5, 2012 - 10:00am - May 13, 2012 - 8:00pm
Free
The Newseum 2011 New Year's Eve Headliner Ball
One-of-a-kind cocktails, Light snacks from Wolfgang Puck, Live music by Washington, DC's Round Midnight, Dance jams from DJ Scientific Beats, Access to Newseum exhibits, Countdown to midnight on the Newseum's 40' by 22...
December 31, 2011 - 8:00pm
$195
A Kwanzaa Celebration
Beginning with a drum call, the Farafina KanYouth Ensemble brings to life a festive Kwanzaa celebration. The program offers a historical overview of this special holiday season and audience participation that includes a libation, naming ceremony...
December 29, 2011 - 10:30am - 12:00pm
Free
20s and 30s Evensong and Evensocial
The Cathedral's 20s and 30s group hosts its first "Evensong and Evensocial" for young adults and young professionals at the Cathedral's Sunday service of Choral Evensong followed by a Christmas party at the Cathedral College. All are...
December 18, 2011 - 4:00pm
Celebrating the 250th birthday of Madame Tussaud!
Need to warm up from the Downtown Holiday Market December 1 - 5? Walk just one block to The Presidents Gallery by Madame Tussauds at 10th and F st. NW and mention "Madame Tussaud 250" to receive $8.00 off an adult ticket and $3.00...
December 1, 2011 - 12:00pm - December 5, 2011 - 6:00pm
20th Anniversary of Independence
Marking Kazakhstan’s National Day and its 20th Anniversary of Independence as well as two decades of strong diplomatic relations between the United States and Kazakhstan
The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan
H.E. Erlan...
December 5, 2011 - 7:30pm
Tudor Nights: Punch Royal and Holiday Trimming
A historic holiday celebration: Tour the Tudor Place mansion, garlanded with festive greenery and décor, and enjoy Punch Royal, a traditional 18th century holiday treat, as the featured cocktail.
Free for members, $15 for non-members
Holiday Open House
Kick off the holiday season with a visit to the DAR Holiday Open House. Carolers, holiday treats and decorated period rooms make this an evening to remember for all ages!
December 7, 2011 - 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Free
The Alliance Française de Washington present's Soirée Martinique
Join us for a splendid event arranged by the Martinique Promotion Bureau in collaboration with your Alliance Francaise. The evening's program will consist of a presentation of Martinique and short film screening, followed by a rum tasting.
...December 1, 2011 - 6:30pm
Evening of Music and Gifts at the OAS
Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and The Organization of Women of the Americas invites you to "Noche de Musica y Regalos", an evening of music and gifts on Friday, November 18 at 6:00pm at the Americas Hall located...
November 18, 2011 - 6:00pm
An Old Year's Night Masquerade Ball
Trinidad and Tobago will celebrate its 50th Anniversary of Independence in 2012. This event is planned to usher in 2012 with toast to our 50th.The event will include An Old Year’s Night Masquerade Ball, "A Night of Mysterious...
December 31, 2011 - 8:00pm - January 1, 2012 - 2:00am
$100
Live Seasonal Music and Season’s Greenings
The U.S. Botanic Garden is again offering extended evening hours and live seasonal music in conjunction with its annual holiday exhibit, Season’s Greenings. Get into the holiday spirit by coming to the Conservatory on Tuesday and Thursday...
December 1, 2011 - 6:00pm - December 29, 2011 - 6:00pm
Free
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