Explore our city’s upcoming humanities events from performances and lectures to celebrations and multi-media experiences. These public events are created and hosted by either HumanitiesDC, our grantees or local partners. To submit an event for consideration, please complete this form.
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Sun Ra: Do the Impossible Documentary Screening
Woolly Mammoth Theatre 641 D Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesSound. Spirit. Imagination. A cosmic exploration of the Sun Ra legacy through film, conversation and community connection. Join us for a special screening of Sun Ra: Do the Impossible, a powerful documentary exploring the life, legacy, and boundless imagination of musician and visionary artist, Sun Ra. Following the film, we welcome you for an intimate […]
$10DC Day of Archaeology Festival
Catholic University of America, University Lawn 620 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DCLocal families are invited to discover the past and learn about the clues under our feet at the DC Day of Archaeology Festival, a free, family-friendly event on June 6 that brings history to life through hands-on activities. Hosted by Archaeology in the Community, this annual festival gathers archaeologists and other heritage-related professionals from across […]
Pride Month Poetry Reading
Arts Club of Washington 2017 I St. NW, Washington DC, MD, United States2026 PRIDE POETRY WORKSHOPS AT THE ARTS CLUB The Arts Club of Washington announces a slate of free community writing workshops for 2026, led by five Pride Poets-in-Residence. Workshops are designed to be generative, so participants will leave each session with a new poem-in-progress, and are open to writers of all levels of experience and […]
2026 Home Rule Music Festival at the Parks at Walter Reed
The Parks at Walter Reed 6900 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC, United StatesCelebrate five years of culture, community, and sound at the 2026 Home Rule Music Festival at The Parks at Walter Reed! This free, outdoor festival honors Washington, DC's rich musical legacy, spotlighting jazz, go-go, funk, hip-hop, soul, and contemporary voices that continue to shape the city's cultural identity. Registration link Now in its 5th year, […]
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