From Exile to Avant-garde: Natalie Paley at the Hillwood

Explore the captivating story of a princess in exile who played an influential role in European and American arts and culture in the special exhibition From Exile to Avant-garde: The Life of Princess Natalie Paley, on view at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens from June 7, 2025 through January 11, 2026. Natalie Paley (1905-1981) was a complex figure of the…

Watch the DC Holiday Boat Parade at the Wharf from a Limani Igloo

The best seat in the house for the District’s iconic Holiday Boat Parade this Saturday, December 7 is on the Southwest Waterfront at Limani, DC. It’s the only over-the-water location on the DC Wharf with floor to ceiling windows, water views from every table in the three story restaurant, plus igloos that can be reserved on…

DC Rawhides Host Open Dance at the Folger Friday, November 15

Join the Folger for free, beginner-friendly Dance Hall themed Folger Friday event this November with the DC Rawhides!  We’ll be sharing a spirited night of high-energy dance workshops in an inclusive environment. Our evening will consist of line dancing outside on the Folger lawn, with couples dancing demonstrations available in the Great Hall. Please plan to…

Folger Shakespeare Library Announces New Exhibition Little Books, Big Gifts: The Artistry of Esther Inglis, Celebrating the 400th Anniversary of the Noted Book Artist

The Folger Shakespeare Library today announced the opening of Little Books, Big Gifts: The Artistry of Esther Inglis, which is now on view until Sunday, January 19, 2025, in the Stuart and Mimi Rose Rare Book and Manuscript Exhibition Hall. Celebrating the contributions of Esther Inglis (1570?–1624) as an artist of rare skill and vision, as well…

Monthly Mixology Class at the Betsy, September 25

The Betsy Rooftop, a beloved spot in Capitol Hill, known for the adorable chicken footprints leading to its alley home, is hosting an exceptional event next week. The Betsy has hosted monthly events offering mixology classes, educational classes and workshops over the past three years. Event Details: This month’s event will feature the renowned Barr…

Folger Theatre releases full program lineup for the second year of The Reading Room Festival (January 25-28)

Folger Shakespeare Library announced Folger Theatre’s eagerly-awaited second iteration of The Reading Room Festival. The festival offers a premier platform for playwrights inspired by, in response to, or in conversation with the plays of William Shakespeare. Staged readings of plays at this year’s festival will be complemented by an array of activities that invite all attendees to immerse themselves…

The National Building Museum Hosts a FREE Community Day (January 21) to celebrate the opening of BUILDING STORIES

Opening Sunday, January 21, 2024 at 10am, Building Stories is a new long-term exhibition that will bring kids and adults alike on an immersive exploration of the world of architecture, engineering, construction, and design found in the pages of children’s books. Occupying 4,000 square feet of prominent exhibition space on the Museum’s ground floor, Building Stories is the most ambitious…