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.
KAMA DC Variety Show
Eaton DC 1201 K St. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesCelebrating their 7th year, KAMA DC will highlight DC’s immigrant community showcasing their talents through comedy, dance, storytelling, and more. Join them at Eaton DC for a cocktail hour from 6 PM-7 PM, followed by an evening of multicultural entertainment. Including performances from Yasmin Elhady - Host/Storyteller Erick Acuna - comedian Masoud Hamnava - musician […]
DC History Conference
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesCome learn and explore the past, present, and future of Washington, DC. The DC History Conference is an interdisciplinary, community conference considering the growth, changes, and dynamics of the city in regards to the historical aspects. The conference is co-presented by the DC History Center, DC Public Library, and HumanitiesDC; sponsored by American University; and […]
Literary Conversation: Collaboration
Writing a novel can be a lonely endeavor. Some authors find solace and inspiration in collaboration—partnering with a writer who brings a new perspective, a wealth of experiences, and different strengths. Join two pairs of novelists, Christine Pride and Jo Piazza (We Are Not Like Them) and Shaunna J. Edwards and Alyson Richman (The Thread Collectors), in conversation with […]
Last Supper Daily Viewings
Studio Acting Conservatory 3423 Holmead Place NW, Washington, DC, United StatesStudio Acting Conservatory announces a week of daily viewings for the public to experience the Last Supper sculpture, by artist Akili Ron Anderson. Created by artist Akili Ron Anderson in the early 1980s as a commission for the New Home Baptist Church, Jesus and his disciples are depicted as African American men, an example of […]
Story District Storytelling Showcase
Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesWBL kicks off the annual Word Power Festival featuring some of the DMV’s most stellar performance artists as you’ve never seen them before: Sharing personal true life tales courtesy of our friends at Story District. FEATURING: A'niya Taylor, Girl Genius, Nerd, Precious Foreman, and Malpractice All Ages, Food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite […]
Jessica Care Moore w/ musical guest Wendel Patrick
Kennedy Center 2700 F Street NW, Washington, DCJessica Care moore is an internationally renowned poet, playwright, performance artist, and producer. She will be accompanied by professor and composer Wendel Patrick. Part of the 2023 Words Beats & Life Festival Online advance reservations for a given performance date will open on a rolling basis, opening every Wednesday two weeks out from the date. PART […]
DMV Youth Poet Laureates showcase w/ O-Slice
Busboys and Poets Baltimore 3224 Saint Paul Street, Baltimore, MD, United StatesWitness tomorrow’s leaders today as all of our area’s Youth Poet Laureates lift their voices (representing DC, Montgomery Co., Prince George's Co. and Arlington Co.) - Special Guest performance by O-Slice DMV Youth Poet Laureates: Allison Xu, Ribka Desta, Sophia Hall + The Baltimore YPL: A'niya Taylor Music by DJ Shablast All Ages, food and […]
DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team Showcase w/ Born I
Busboys and Poets Columbia 6251 Mango Tree Rd, Columbia, MDPowerful presentation & insightful lyrics will be on the menu as the DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team performs together for the first time ever. Guest Perfomer: Born I All Ages, food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite qualifies you for prizes Space is limited, early arrival suggested to guarantee seating and entry. PART OF […]
Other People’s Poetry Open Mic w/ TLoW
Busboys and Poets Monroe 625 Monroe St NE, Washington, DC, United StatesIt’s Not Quite Karaoke! Bring your favorite poems, songs or rap lyrics to read onstage - then listen to DJ Shablast play all your favorites! Feature poet - T-Low, aka “The Lover of Words”. Guest Perfomer: TLow Host: Project MC. DJ: DJ B-Blast All Ages, food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite qualifies you […]
’93 TIL party w/ Diamond D, Farrah Flosscett & DJ RBI
Eaton DC 1201 K St. NW, Washington, DC, United StatesSpecially curated sounds brought to you by our headliner DJ Diamond D (of DITC, legendary producer of The Fugees “The Score” among other classics), DJ RBI, and DJ Farrah Flosscett on the rooftop of the Eaton hotel in downtown DC. ‘93 Til... is a party celebrating the lineage of Funk, Jazz, and their groovy-genred cousins […]
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