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.
Events
DC Asian Pacific American Film Festival
Alamo Drafthouse DC 630 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DCThe annual DC APA Film Festival curates films from established and emerging Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander artists. This year's program explores the intersection of indigenous and AANHPI diaspora communities and features new and repertory films, some of which rarely screen for the public. All screenings will be followed by Q&As. Although AANHPI […]
$15 – $20Closing Event: Celebrating the voices of hometown DC!
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G St. NW, Washington, DCCelebrate the final weeks of hometown DC! In mid-September, neighborhood installations from across the District will be brought together at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library. Experience the complete exhibit celebrating Washington, DC as our hometown from Sept. 15 through Oct. 5. Join us on September 16 in the MLK Library Auditorium for a special […]
Black Women Make Movies
Shanklin Hall 2325 18th St NW, Washington, DCA showcase + mixer featuring a curated selection of shorts written and directed by Black women. Open to all, but especially for Black women filmmakers and the folx who love them. Come for the visuals, stay for the vibes. One (1) complimentary drink included with each ticket purchased. FEATURED SHORTS Writer, filmmaker and multidisciplinary artist […]
$22.99 – $33.992026 Chinese American Women in History Conference
UCDC 1608 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DCFor generations, Chinese American women have shaped our nation’s history, culture, and arts. Their stories deserve to be seen, heard, and remembered. Join scholars, artists, educators, students, and community leaders from across the country for three inspiring days of learning, conversation, and connection. Hosted by 1882 Foundation. Register
$25 – $175FOODISH Story Circle
Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin CJM and FOODISH in the sukkah to share family recipes, culinary memories, and personal stories connected to Jewish holidays and traditions. Led by local chef and culinary historian Vered Guttman, participants can contribute their own stories while discovering connections across Jewish communities and generations. Presented in partnership with FOODISH, the Jewish food initiative of […]
$5 – $10Genealogy 101: Starting Your Journey
Woodridge Neighborhood Library 1801 Hamlin Street NE, Washington, DC, United StatesStart tracing your family history at this beginner friendly, in-person genealogy workshop. No experience needed. School’s in session! Join this class to explore how your family’s history connects to the present. Genealogist Gigi Nelson offers a foundational introduction, including an overview of all the essential resources at the DC Public Library. Once we know how to get […]
FreeTop Shelf
Lincoln Theatre 1215 U street nw, Washington, United StatesIf you're looking for something different to do in DC this fall, Story District's Top Shelf is back at the Lincoln Theatre on October 1. We're bringing together eight standout storytellers from the past year for one night of true, live stories. This year's lineup was selected from 65 stories, so it's really a best-of […]
$45 – $65Home Rule Music Festival at Alethia Tanner Park
Alethia Tanner Park 227 Harry Thomas Way NE, Washington, DC, United StatesThe Home Rule Music & Film Preservation Foundation presents the 2026 Home Rule Music Festival on Saturday, October 3, from 12-9 PM at Alethia Tanner Park in Washington, DC. Celebrating its fifth year, the free festival highlights DC's rich musical history and culture while showcasing the artists carrying those traditions forward. The day features UCB, […]
Free – $108.55DC Oral History Collaborative: What comes after the interview?
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c, Conference Center 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesOral History does not end once the mics are off. This core DC Oral History Collaborative workshop will help participants understand what oral historians do when the interviews are complete. We will discuss transcription and indexing, the importance of narrator feedback and ongoing consent. Additionally, the session will use case studies to explore ways oral […]
Free – $30Forging a More Perfect Union: American Jews and Democracy with Professor Lauren Strauss
Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJourney through the history of American Jewish political activism in the 20th and 21st centuries. In this 250th year since American independence, Professor Lauren Strauss goes beyond theoretical discussions about the nation's founding to focus on the many ways that Jewish Americans have engaged politically. From the streets to the courts to Capitol Hill, Jews […]
$5 – $10
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