National Gallery of Art

The National Gallery of Art and its attached Sculpture Garden is a national art museum located on the National Mall. Educational and enrichment programs for visitors are central to the mission of the National Gallery of Art. Open to the public and free of charge, the museum was privately established in 1937 by a resolution of the United States Congress.

On Thursday, October 11 at 6:00 pm, celebrate 40 years of the gallery's East Building with a disco birthday party! Hear music from DJ Kelton Higgins and enjoy a light-up disco floor, disco balls, and pop-up talks featuring works of art from the 1970s. Design birthday cards, play games from the disco era, and savor cake pops and empanadas. Register for this free event here.

Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show

Enhance your personal style during two days of fun shopping for your fall wardrobe. From Thursday, October 4, to Saturday, October 6, the National Building Museum hosts a curated show from the Smithsonian Institution. Limited edition clothing, jewelry and accessories are on display, representing more than 60 designers from all over the country. Find unique accessories that make ideal gifts for men, women, and children. The wearable art extravaganza begins with an opening night cocktail party on Thursday. Check in is at the National Building Museum admission desk.

Dead Man's Run

Join the annual Dead Man's Run 5K race on Saturday, October 6, at 6 pm. Historic Congressional Cemetery hosts the annual event, a bare bones race for dead serious runners. The race starts with a toll of the funeral bell, continues throughout the cemetery and onto the Anacostia Trail for a ghostly evening full of spooky music and fun! Gather in the beer tent after the race to reward your survival. Costumes are encouraged, with prizes for best individual and team costumes! Run alone or form a team to compete with friends; register here.

Rhode Island Avenue
Main Street Fall Fest

The Rhode Island Avenue Main Street Fall Fest showcases the beautiful tree-lined commercial district where Woodbridge, Brookland and Brentwood neighborhoods intersect, and attracts thousands of visitors for a day of shopping, food, and entertainment. Fall Fest brings together businesses, vendors, performers, and neighbors in a celebratory day full of fun for the whole family. The festival is this Saturday, October 6 and begins at 10:00 am and continues until 4 pm.

Jose Gurvich Artworks Exhibition

The Uruguayan Embassy presents the first solo show of artist Jose Gurvich in the embassy's art space. Gurvich grew up in Montevideo and is one of Uruguay's most well-known artists and a figure in the country's Constructivism Art movement. The exhibit features 160 works on paper and several oil paintings that show many facets of Gurvich's work. The embassy's exhibit hours are from 10:00 am till 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday. The show runs October 4 through November 2. 

Adams Morgan PorchFest is a terrific opportunity to hear great music while meeting new people and patronizing local businesses. The event features porches/patios as performance space for local musicians. As a PorchFest volunteer, you will work with the home- and business owners to greet guests and bands at performance locations as well as offer tips to help everyone enjoy the afternoon. Volunteer today to be part of Adams Morgan PorchFest on October 6! Click here to register.
 

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