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SUMMARY:Beyond the Archives: Latine Drag History in DC
DESCRIPTION:Latine Drag has vibrant history and culture in the nation’s capital! Community leaders José Gutiérrez\, Mari Con Carne\, and Alexa Rodríguez\, will explore that history\, guided by program curator and HumanitiesDC District Fellow\, Carolina Fuentes. The event\, part panel and part oral history\, will offer space for the three community leaders to recount their stories about the evolution of Drag as they have witnessed it. Gutiérrez will illuminate the history of DC’s LGBTQ+ community\, Rodríguez will discuss her activist work for the trans community and people living with HIV\, finally Mari Con Carne will share stories from their own experiences in Drag and advocacy work and will conclude the program with a special performance. Fuentes will moderate the discussion and there will be ample time for audience Q&A. Join us for a conversation on Monday\, October 21st\, at 6 pm at MLK Library in the New Books area (first floor). \nCover Picture Credit: José Gutiérrez Archives \nEvent Details\nHost: HumanitiesDC\nDate: Monday\, October 21\, 2024 • 6PM\nLocation: MLK Jr. Library\,  901 G Street NW DC 20001\, New Books Area\nEvent fee: Free\nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information\nContact: Carolina Fuentes\nWebsite: humanitiesdc.org\nEmail: cfuentes@humanitiesdc.org\nPhone: 202.770.3077 Ext. 806
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/beyond-the-archives-latine-drag-history-in-dc/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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SUMMARY:Oral History Workshop Series - Family Stories
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nOral history is an important way to preserve the memories\, stories and voices of family so their wisdom and experience can be passed down to future generations. Interviewing can supplement existing genealogical work or family archiving projects adding critical information to family trees and breathing life into photographs and other documents. This workshop will provide crucial tips for recording interviews with family weaving in special considerations for using heirlooms and objects. Participants will be asked to consider their own family histories including questions they may ask and where they may find additional genealogical research sources. \nThis workshop will be led by oral historian Anna Kaplan\, PhD. \nThe DC Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) documents\, preserves\, and celebrates the lived experiences of all Washington\, DC residents and communities through oral history. The Collaborative accomplishes this by providing training\, mentorship\, resources\, programs\, and funding to current and aspiring oral historians. The Collaborative is a partnership of HumanitiesDC and the DC Public Library \n\nRegistration Event link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/oral-history-workshop-series-family-stories/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241110T170000
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CREATED:20241101T162340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T162502Z
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SUMMARY:Double Exposure Investigative Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Double Exposure is the United States’ first and only film festival dedicated to investigative reporting on film. It pairs four days of film screenings with a professional symposium that brings together watchdog journalists and filmmakers venturing into investigative storytelling. \nHost: 100Reporters \nDate: Saturday\, November 9\, 2024 • 9:30AM – 5:00PM  \nLocation: Multiple venues throughout DC  \nEvent fee: $65 – $275 \nRegistration Event Link \n  \nFor More Information \nContact: Veronika Jakubcik  \nWebsite: https://dxfest.com/ \nEmail: impact@togetherfilms.org \n 
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/double-exposure-investigative-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center\, 555 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241107T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20240930T151350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T151350Z
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SUMMARY:Culture Series: DC Is Native Land
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nScholar\, artist\, and policymaker Dr. Elizabeth Rule (enrolled citizen\, Chickasaw Nation) will screen a rough cut of her forthcoming documentary\, DC is Indian Land. Derived from her award-winning book\, Indigenous DC: Native Peoples and the Nation’s Capital (Georgetown University Press\, 2023)\, this film is an oral history investigation of both the histories and contemporary experiences of Indigenous peoples in Washington\, DC. A moderated conversation with Jourdan Bennett-Begaye\, executive editor at ICT (formerly Indian Country Today); audience Q&A with the filmmaker; and Indigenous DC book-signing will follow the screening. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nHost: HumanitiesDC\nDate: Thursday\, November 7\, 2024 • 7PM\nLocation: Busboys and Poets\, 450 K St. NW 20001 \nEvent fee: Free\nRegistration Event link \nFor More Information\nContact: Jimmy Watkins\nWebsite: humanitiesdc.org\nEmail: jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org\nPhone: 202.770.3077 Ext. 806
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-dc-is-native-land/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets 450 K St NW\, 450 K St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241109T170000
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CREATED:20240916T221140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T140604Z
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SUMMARY:My China Roots Genealogy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Clear out your attics and basements of documents (in Chinese or English)\, maps\, genealogy records\, and photos. Share with Chinese genealogy specialists from My China Roots and U.S. immigration historians and friends. Learn how to document your family’s history and how to retell those oral histories. Registration fee includes snacks and lunch. \nEvent Details\nHost: 1882 Foundation\nDate: Saturday\, November 9\, 2024 • 9:30AM – 5:00PM\nLocation: 600 Massachusetts Avenue NW\, Washington DC\, 20001\nEvent fee: $100\nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information\nContact: Ellen Fong\nWebsite: https://1882foundation.org/\nEmail: ellen@1882foundation.org\nPhone: 267-532-8883
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/https-1882foundation-org/
LOCATION:600 Massachusetts Avenue NW\, 600 Massachusetts Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241114T200000
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CREATED:20241101T172301Z
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SUMMARY:Salon Nights: Poetry Workshop with Gabriela Orozco
DESCRIPTION:Brush up on your writing skills with 2019 DC Youth Poet Laureate\, Gabriela Orozco\, during a workshop exploring themes of identity\, community\, and more through the art of poetry\, then share your work with attendees. Part of the Museum?s new Jews of Color Creative Workshops Series. In partnership with Mosaic Visions and the Spirit of Humanity Festival. Gabriela Orozco is the 2019 DC Youth Poet Laureate and the 2020 DC Youth Grand Slam Champion\, and has read her poetry at venues across the DC region. Her debut chapbook\, Child of Borrowed Churches\, released October 17th\, 2021 at Planet Word Museum in Washington\, DC\, and is now sold out. Orozco is currently an undergraduate at Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary\, where she studies Jewish History and Comparative Literature\, respectively. \nHost: Capital Jewish Museum \nDate: Thursday\, November 14\, 2024 • 6:00PM – 8:00PM  \nLocation: 575 3rd St NW Washington DC 20001 \nEvent fee: $10-14 \nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information \nContact: Lisa Del Sesto \nWebsite: https://capitaljewishmuseum.org/ \nEmail: ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org \nPhone: 202-713-9923
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/salon-nights-poetry-workshop-with-gabriela-orozco/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Jewish Museum":MAILTO:ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241101T170647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T172629Z
UID:3269-1732127400-1732132800@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Panel Conversation: Post Election Round-up
DESCRIPTION:Expert panelists provide an insider’s look at the election results\, the current political landscape\, and upcoming legislation. \nHost: Capital Jewish Museum \nDate: Wednesday\, November 20\, 2024 • 6:30PM – 8:00PM  \nLocation: 575 3rd St NW Washington DC 20001 \nEvent fee: $0-15 \nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information \nContact: Lisa Del Sesto \nWebsite: https://capitaljewishmuseum.org/ \nEmail: ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org \nPhone: 202-713-9923 
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/panel-conversation-post-election-round-up/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Jewish Museum":MAILTO:ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241206T205017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T205114Z
UID:3064-1734026400-1734035400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:HumanitiesDC Winter Soiree!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to immerse yourselves in an unforgettable celebration of bold ideas\, big questions\, and unique experiences! On December 12\, 2024\, at 6 PM\, join us at the True Reformer Building to honor and applaud the exceptional work of our 2024 Independent Practitioner Fellows. Come together with fellow curious minds to witness the power of human expression and diverse stories of the humanities over the last year. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nPlease note: RSVPs are not required for entry\, and entry is based on a first-come\, first-serve basis. We appreciate your donations\, but please note that if the event reaches capacity\, donations will not be refundable. \nFor reasonable accommodation requests regarding access and inclusion\, please contact Jimmy Watkins (jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org) no later than five business days before the start of this event. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/humanitiesdc-winter-soiree/
LOCATION:True Reformer Building\, 1200 U St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241212T210000
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CREATED:20241101T164305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T164305Z
UID:3263-1734026400-1734037200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:CJM After Sunset: Light Up the Night
DESCRIPTION:Light up the night with an early Hanukkah party at CJM After Sunset. Sip on olive oil martinis\, compete in a dreidel tournament\, delight in an olive oil tasting\, enjoy pop-up spotlight talks with Museum curators\, and make your own wrapping paper for the best dressed gift under the menorah. Presented in partnership with GatherDC. \nHost: Capital Jewish Museum \nDate: Thursday\, December 12\, 2024 • 6:00PM – 9:00PM  \nLocation: 575 3rd St NW Washington DC 20001 \nEvent fee: $12-28 \nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information \nContact: Lisa Del Sesto \nWebsite: https://capitaljewishmuseum.org/ \nEmail: ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org \nPhone: 202-713-9923
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/cjm-after-sunset-light-up-the-night/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Jewish Museum":MAILTO:ldelsesto@capitaljewishmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241210T212300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T212502Z
UID:3536-1734458400-1734528600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Grants Virtual Info Sessions
DESCRIPTION:HumanitiesDC Community Grants Virtual Info Sessions \nThis session will provide a broad overview of all of HumanitiesDC’s 2025 grant opportunities and general information about our application process and eligibility requirements. These sessions are best for potential applicants who aren’t sure which grant program to apply for and would like information about all our offerings. We encourage you to review our Grant Opportunities before attending and to come ready with questions. \nEvent Details \nHost: HumanitiesDC  \nDates:\nTuesday\, December 17\, 2024 • 6 to 7:30PM – ASL Interpretation provided\nWednesday\, December 18 • 12 to 1:30PM \nLocation: virtual  \nEvent fee: Free \nRegister to attend on Tuesday December 17 at 6:00 pm  \nRegister to attend on Wednesday\, December 18 at 12:00 pm \nFor More Information \nContact: Leah Gage \nWebsite: HumanitiesDC.org  \nEmail: grants@humanitiesdc.org  \nPhone: 202-770-3077 x 815
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/community-grants-virtual-info-sessions/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241210T221547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T171401Z
UID:3551-1736082000-1736089200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Grants Info Session at Anacostia Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:HumanitiesDC Community Grants Info Session at Anacostia Arts Center \nIn partnership with the Anacostia BID and Art to Go-Go\, join HumanitiesDC to learn about how Ward 8 residents can engage with HumanitiesDC through our community grant opportunities\, as well as available fellowships\, grant reviewer opportunities\, and more. Light refreshments will be available. \nEvent Details \nHost: HumanitiesDC  \nDates: Sunday\, January 5\, 2025 • 1:00 to 3:00PM \nLocation: Anacostia Arts Center • 1231 Marion Barry Ave SE\, Washington\, DC 20020 \nEvent fee: Free \nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information \nContact: Leah Gage \nWebsite: HumanitiesDC.org  \nEmail: grants@humanitiesdc.org  \nPhone: 202-770-3077 x 815
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/community-grants-info-session-at-anacostia-arts-center/
LOCATION:Anacostia Arts Center\, 1231 Marion Barry Ave SE\, Washington\, DC\, MD\, 20020\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241204T175759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T175759Z
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SUMMARY:Culture Series: James Baldwin at 100: Celebrating the Enduring Witness
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nJoin HumanitiesDC and guest curator Tracy Chiles McGhee for an exploration of James Baldwin’s profound legacy in “James Baldwin at 100: Celebrating the Enduring Witness.” This event marks the centennial of Baldwin’s birth and explores what it means to ‘bear witness’ in today’s world and how we\, as artists\, writers\, and citizens\, use our voices to confront injustice and inspire change in the spirit of Baldwin. The evening will feature a compelling panel discussion alongside artistic expressions including music\, readings\, and interactive elements. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nRegistration Event link \nFor More Information\nContact: Jimmy Watkins\nWebsite: humanitiesdc.org\nEmail: jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org\nPhone: 202.770.3077 Ext. 806
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-james-baldwin-at-100-celebrating-the-enduring-witness/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets 450 K St NW\, 450 K St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250103T162518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T162529Z
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SUMMARY:Yvonne Clark and her Engineering Spark: A Book Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 11th Mt. Pleasant resident and illustrator DeAndra Hodge along with author Allen R. Wells will be at Sankofa Books on Georgia Ave to launch their newest children’s book “Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark\,”an inspiring biography about a curious\, tinkering girl who grew up to become one of the first Black female engineers for NASA ? for fans of Ada Twist\, Scientist and Counting on Katherine. Yvonne Clark was the first woman to earn a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Howard University\, just across the street from Sankofa. FREE copies of the book will be available on a first come\, first serve basis courtesy of the Friends of the Mt. Pleasant Library. Additionally\, local DC educator Chitra Subramanian will be offering hands-on educational programming about Yvonne Clark for children ages 7 and up at the event through her “Great Persons” curriculum. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/yvonne-clark-and-her-engineering-spark-a-book-launch-event/
LOCATION:Sankofa\, 2714 Georgia Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250116T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241210T215601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T215703Z
UID:3547-1736769600-1737034200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Grants Virtual Application Workshops
DESCRIPTION:HumanitiesDC Community Grants Application Workshops \nHumanitiesDC offers 4 virtual workshops for applicants that offer an in-depth look at each grant program’s funding scope\, eligibility requirements\, application questions\, and review criteria. Attendees are highly encouraged to come having started an application and reviewed the grant requirements. These sessions will be recorded and later uploaded to our grants playlist. \nEvent Details \nHost: HumanitiesDC  \nDates:\nCommunity Culture & Heritage workshop: Monday\, January 13\, 2025 • 12 to 1:30 PM – Register \nVisions – Projects + Events Grant workshop: Tuesday\, January 14\, 2025 • 12 to 1:30 PM – Register \nOral History Interviewing Grant: Wednesday\, January 15\, 2025 • 12 to 1:30 PM – Register \nBeyond the Archives Grant: Thursday\, January 16\, 2025 • 12 to 1:30 PM – Register \n \nLocation: virtual  \nEvent fee: Free \nFor More Information \nContact: Leah Gage \nWebsite: HumanitiesDC.org  \nEmail: grants@humanitiesdc.org  \nPhone: 202-770-3077 x 815
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/community-grants-virtual-application-workshops/
LOCATION:DC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241210T222643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T222643Z
UID:3556-1736791200-1736796600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Grants Info Session at Woodridge Neighborhood Library
DESCRIPTION:HumanitiesDC Community Grants Info Session at Woodridge Neighborhood Library \nJoin HumanitiesDC to learn about how Ward 5 residents can engage with HumanitiesDC through our community grant opportunities\, as well as available fellowships\, grant reviewer opportunities\, and more. Light refreshments will be available. This event is family and child friendly. This event was made possible in partnership with ANC Commissioner Ra Amin\, the Brookland Neighborhood Civic Association\, and the Greater Brookland Intergenerational Village. \nEvent Details \nHost: HumanitiesDC  \nDates: Monday\, January 13\, 2025 • 6:00 to 7:30PM \nLocation: Woodridge Neighborhood Library • 1801 Hamlin Street NE\, Washington\, DC 20018 \nEvent fee: Free \nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information \nContact: Leah Gage \nWebsite: HumanitiesDC.org  \nEmail: grants@humanitiesdc.org  \nPhone: 202-770-3077 x 815
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/community-grants-info-session-at-woodridge-neighborhood-library/
LOCATION:Woodridge Neighborhood Library\, 1801 Hamlin Street NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241209T172053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T170203Z
UID:3466-1736791200-1737057600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:DC Oral History Collaborative: Oral History 101+ Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This course\, led by Anna F. Kaplan\, PhD.\, will introduce Washingtonians interested in becoming oral historians to the best practices of doing oral history\, to empower them with the basic tools for developing their style and approach to preserving DC’s rich past through oral history interviews. \nThis course is structured to follow the full cycle of an oral history interview\, from conception to processing. We will discuss practical and theoretical considerations of doing oral history in order to demonstrate the distinctive\, interdisciplinary mindset that oral historians take to their work. Because oral history is best learned “on the job\,” the instructor will ask you to do activities and to discuss your experiences along the way. \nThere is a lot of material to cover\, so participants will also be asked to do some reading and exercises prior to each session. \nThis workshop consists of three sessions – registrants must commit to participating in all three sessions. \nRegistration Link \n— \nJanuary 13\, 14\, 16 \n6:00pm-8:00pm \nMartin Luther King\, Jr. – 4th Floor Conference Room Space – 401-C \n— \nThe DC Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) documents\, preserves\, and celebrates the lived experiences of all Washington\, DC residents and communities through oral history. The Collaborative accomplishes this by providing training\, mentorship\, resources\, programs\, and funding to current and aspiring oral historians.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/dc-oral-history-collaborative-oral-history-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241210T223443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T223443Z
UID:3561-1736964000-1736969400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Grants Info Session at MLK Library
DESCRIPTION:HumanitiesDC Community Grants Info Session at MLK Library \nJoin HumanitiesDC to learn about how DC residents can engage with HumanitiesDC through our community grant opportunities\, as well as available fellowships\, grant reviewer opportunities\, and more. Light refreshments will be available. This event is family and child friendly. \nEvent Details \nHost: HumanitiesDC  \nDates: Monday\, January 15\, 2025 • 6:00 to 7:30PM \nLocation: MLK Library • 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC 20001\, Room 401-A \nEvent fee: Free \nRegistration Event Link \nFor More Information \nContact: Leah Gage \nWebsite: HumanitiesDC.org  \nEmail: grants@humanitiesdc.org  \nPhone: 202-770-3077 x 815
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/community-grants-info-session-at-mlk-library/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241209T180044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T170345Z
UID:3488-1739210400-1739217600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:What is Oral History and Why is it Important?
DESCRIPTION:This introductory workshop will help participants define oral history in relationship to the history of the practice and other forms of interviewing and storytelling. Participants will learn what motivates oral historians to do their work and what might motivate them to initiate projects of their own. Participants will also learn how to discover archival oral history interviews and begin to understand what makes a good interview. Finally\, participants will think about how to turn their topical interests into guiding research questions. \nThis workshop session will be led by DC Oral History Collaborative co-founder and trainer Dr. Anna F. Kaplan. \nRegistration Link \n— \nAbout the Workshop Series \nThe DC Oral History Collaborative Workshop Series is a set of training sessions aimed at\, over time\, providing participants with an in-depth understanding of oral history principles and practices. The series consists of several core workshops that provide participants with a more detailed exploration of some of the key topics and themes of the DC Oral History Collaborative 101+ Workshop. \nOther core workshops in the series include: Recording Oral History\, Planning Oral History Projects\, Oral History Interviewing\, and Archiving and Presenting Oral History. \n— \nThe DC Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) documents\, preserves\, and celebrates the lived experiences of all Washington\, DC residents and communities through oral history. The Collaborative accomplishes this by providing training\, mentorship\, resources\, programs\, and funding to current and aspiring oral historians. The Collaborative is a partnership of HumanitiesDC and the DC Public Library
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/what-is-oral-history-and-why-is-it-important-2/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250214T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250212T210135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T210135Z
UID:3458-1739563200-1739570400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:StoryDistrict: Sucker for Love
DESCRIPTION:This year’s show happens on Friday\, February 14\, 2025\, and features funny and captivating true stories about love\, dating\, and relationships?perfect for singles\, couples\, or anyone who’s loved\, lost\, or laughed through it all.. We?d love for you to share the event in your event calendar or website. Here?s the show’s info: Event Name: Sucker for Love Date: Friday\, February 14\, 2025 Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM | Show starts at 8:00 PM Tickets: $39.50 plus fees (Link to tickets) Short Description: Celebrate Valentine?s Day with DC?s favorite storytelling show! Sucker for Love features funny and captivating true stories about love\, dating\, and relationships. We?ve also included a few images that you?re welcome to share. Let me know if you?d like any additional details or assets to help spread the word. Thank you for helping us promote storytelling in our community! \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/storydistrict-sucker-for-love/
LOCATION:Lincoln Theatre\, 1215 U street nw\, Washington\, 20009\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250210T164949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T164949Z
UID:3728-1740679200-1740688200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: '91 We in a Dope Jam
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nBy the time Backyard Band released their hit single “‘91 We in a Dope Jam “\, go-go had become a defining cultural force in DC—shaping streetwear\, establishing legendary performance venues\, and inspiring a loyal community. \nWhile the go-gos cranked\, city officials struggled to battle a public health crisis that would record over 500 homicides by the end of the year. And when incidents of violence occurred at music venues\, officials raised questions about go-go’s role in the city’s struggles. \nBut was go-go actually to blame\, or was it a space for community and healing? Our panel of musicians\, artists\, and fans will complicate this question in a discussion facilitated by oral historians and DC natives Rhonda Henderson and Myron Long (The Dap Project). \nDon’t miss this exploration of a deep love for go-go culture and its complex ties to the city’s joy\, pain\, and resilience\, hosted by HumanitiesDCs’ Culture Series. \nA private viewing of the Go-Go Museum will take place at 6 pm (1920 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE)\, followed by a panel discussion at Busboys and Poets Anacostia at 7 pm (2004 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE)! \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nRegistration Event link \nFor More Information\nContact: Jimmy Watkins\nWebsite: humanitiesdc.org\nEmail: jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org\nPhone: 202.770.3077 Ext. 806
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-91-we-in-a-dope-jam/
LOCATION:Go-Go Museum and Cafe\, 1920 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE\, Washington\, 20020\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250212T205416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T205437Z
UID:3737-1742407200-1742414400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Salon Nights: Art Workshop with HumanitiesDC Fellow Jessica Valoris
DESCRIPTION:Create mixed media mezuzot during the Inside Outside In-Between workshop\, led by Jessica Valoris. Inspired by Jessica’s emergent project\, AfroJudaica\, the workshop will explore themes of home\, diaspora\, return\, and liberation through storytelling\, text study\, and art-making. No previous art experience is required. Event chaired by Yolanda Savage-Narva. Part of the Museum’s new Jews of Color Creative Workshops Series. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/salon-nights-art-workshop-with-jessica-valoris/
LOCATION:Capital Jewish Museum\, 575 3rd Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250210T174004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T174004Z
UID:3733-1742497200-1742502600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: Bank on Her
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nJoin HumanitiesDC and guest curators Ingrid Gillies and Leslie Aroon Wash for a celebration of Women’s History Month with “Bank on Her: Exploring the Impact of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA).” The event will celebrate this cornerstone piece of legislation\, passed just fifty years ago\, by exploring oral histories of women who experienced gender-based discrimination while pursuing lines of credit. Additionally\, we will map the story of how the Equal Credit Opportunity Act came to be a national piece of legislation and discuss how women navigated their finances prior to the protections enacted in 1974. We shall also reveal the story of the Women’s National Bank\, the first federally chartered women’s bank founded here in Washington\, DC. The event will include a panel discussion\, archival imagery\, and clips from oral history interviews. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nRegistration Event link \nFor More Information\nContact: Jimmy Watkins\nWebsite: humanitiesdc.org\nEmail: jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org\nPhone: 202.770.3077 Ext. 806
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-bank-on-her/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20241209T184717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T171111Z
UID:3496-1743012000-1743019200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Planning Oral History Projects
DESCRIPTION:Running an oral history project is a lot of work! But the skills and best practices in this core workshop in the DC Oral History Collaborative’s Training Series will help participants understand how to avoid getting bogged down in budgetary or scheduling challenges. \nThis session covers topics such as developing an organizing research question and overcoming common pitfalls and obstacles. Anxious about approaching potential interviewees\, join us at this session for some practice! \nThis session will be led by oral historians Kristy Li Puma and Darby Hickey. \nRegistration Link \nAbout the Workshop Series\nThe DC Oral History Collaborative Workshop Series is a set of training sessions aimed at\, over time\, providing participants with an in-depth understanding of oral history principles and practices. The series consists of several core workshops that provide participants with a more detailed exploration of some of the key topics and themes of the DC Oral History Collaborative 101+ Workshop. \nOther core workshops in the series include: Recording Oral History\, Planning Oral History Projects\, Oral History Interviewing\, and Archiving and Presenting Oral History. \nThe DC Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) documents\, preserves\, and celebrates the lived experiences of all Washington\, DC residents and communities through oral history. The Collaborative accomplishes this by providing training\, mentorship\, resources\, programs\, and funding to current and aspiring oral historians. The Collaborative is a partnership of HumanitiesDC and the DC Public Library
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/planning-oral-history-projects-2/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c\, Conference Center\, 901 G Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250307T205303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T205404Z
UID:3735-1744308000-1744317000@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Community Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 10\, 2025\, at 6 pm at the Anacostia Arts Center for a celebration of bold ideas\, even bolder questions\, and some powerful stories to go with them. Together\, we’ll honor the outstanding work of our 2024 Community\, Culture & Heritage grantees. Engage with fellow curious minds as we share the diverse stories and transformative impact of the humanities over the past year. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nPlease note: RSVPs are not required for entry\, and entry is based on a first-come\, first-serve basis. We appreciate your donations\, but please note that if the event reaches capacity\, donations will not be refundable. \nFor reasonable accommodation requests regarding access and inclusion\, please contact Jimmy Watkins (jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org) no later than five business days before the start of this event. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/community-showcase/
LOCATION:DC
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250411T175855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T180543Z
UID:3931-1744741800-1744747200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:DC[FRAMEWORKS]
DESCRIPTION:DC[FRAMEWORKS] provides directors and producers at all experience levels with a unique opportunity to receive constructive\, peer-level feedback on their rough-cut films—whether feature-length or short. Each screening is followed by a moderated discussion\, where filmmakers gain valuable insights from an engaged audience\, subject-matter experts\, and experienced DC-based filmmakers. \nJoin us at Eaton Cinema for an in-progress screening of Max Rykov and An-Phuong Ly’s documentary shorts. \nDirected by Max Rykov: After fleeing Russian aggression for the second time in her life\, the 17-year-old Crimea-born pianist Khrystyna Mykhailichenko prepares to play for international audiences across Europe. This is her on the cultural front. \nDirected by An-Phuong Ly: The last remaining South Vietnamese naval officers reunite in a California suburb for the final time. Finding solace in the shared experience of their youth\, they reconnect with the few people in the world who understand the complexities that shape them. \nDC[FRAMEWORKS] is a year-round screening series showcasing work-in-progress projects by DC-based filmmakers\, as part of the DC/FRAME program presented in partnership with DC/DOX and HumanitiesDC. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/dcframeworks/
LOCATION:Eaton DC\, 1201 K St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20005\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lois Nembhard":MAILTO:lnembhard@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250310T184626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T184626Z
UID:3844-1745521200-1745526600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: The War on Drugs in DC
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean for DC residents to say\, “the drug war is over”? \nIn 1989\, Washington\, DC\, was an epicenter for the crack epidemic. Elected officials\, including then-President George H.W. Bush\, politicized the city’s struggles to further misguided and punitive policies that were implemented by Nixon’s “war on drugs.” For decades\, these policies unjustly targeted Black and Brown Americans\, and DC was no exception. \nToday\, the reverberations of the drug war are still felt by generations of Washingtonians who saw sons\, daughters\, fathers\, mothers\, brothers\, sisters\, and friends locked away for drug offenses. The cycles of incarceration unraveled the fabric that binds families together and changed the life trajectory of those who found themselves in the crosshairs of the law. \nIn 2024\, we see a new era of progressive drug policies and restorative justice that includes cannabis legalization. As advocates grapple with new industry and legislation\, many are left wondering what it means to end the “war on drugs.” From ending incarceration and creating paths for re-entry to opportunities in new industries and the chance to build wealth\, what does it mean for DC residents to say\, “the drug war is over”? \nJoin HumanitiesDC and guest curator Caroline Phillips\, Founder and Executive Producer of the National Cannabis Festival\, for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion on this bold question in the upcoming Culture Series. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-the-war-on-drugs-in-dc/
LOCATION:Busboys and Poets\, 2021 14th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250430T211605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T211605Z
UID:3964-1747679400-1747686600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:The State of Journalism in DC: 2025 Community Journalism Program Closing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging panel discussion on the shifting landscape of journalism in DC. Our panelists will explore the current state of journalism nationally and in DC and the field’s sustainability. The panelists are Amy L. Kovac-Ashley\, the Executive Director of Tiny News Collective; Mitch Ryals\, the Managing Editor of Washington City Paper; and Denise Rolark-Barnes\, the Publisher of the Washington Informer. Olive Vassell\, a Journalist and Associate Professor of Digital Media at the University of the District of Columbia\, will moderate the discussion. \nThis closing event will also celebrate our Community Journalists who have recently completed HumanitiesDC’s 14-week journalism program. Led by a team of professional local journalists\, this free program is designed to equip DC residents with the knowledge\, skills\, and mentorship to tell the stories that matter most to them and their communities. To learn more about HumanitiesDC’s Community Journalism Program\, visit our website. \nPlease note: RSVPs are strongly encouraged for entry\, and entry is based on a first-come\, first-serve basis. If the event reaches capacity\, donations will not be refunded. \nFor reasonable accommodation requests regarding access and inclusion\, please contact Ashley Gunter (agunter@humanitiesdc.org) no later than seven business days before the start of this event. Please be specific about the accommodation you are requesting. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/the-state-of-journalism-in-dc-2025-community-journalism-program-closing-ceremony/
LOCATION:True Reformer Building\, 1200 U St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Gunter":MAILTO:agunter@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250522T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250411T174127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T174127Z
UID:3925-1747936800-1747945800@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: Sex Work in Civil War Washington and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Washington\, DC saw an unprecedented rise in sex work during the Civil War due to the thousands of Union soldiers who flooded into the city for training. Brothels provided income\, shelter\, and independence for women who\, in some cases\, had few other places to turn. They built businesses and turned access to politicians into influence. \nThe DC neighborhood known as Federal Triangle used to be in DC’s early days\, a notorious slum known as Murder Bay and later as Hooker’s Division during the Civil War. The latter name evolved from the usage of that neighborhood as one of the city’s most concentrated red-light districts. The sex work industry exploded during the war due to the heavy presence of soldiers throughout wartime. \nBut why do we demonize sex workers? Why do we continue to stigmatize sex work? \nJoin HumanitiesDC and guest curator Katie Kirkpatrick in this Culture Series\, which will explore Murder Bay/Hooker’s Division during and after the Civil War. The event will bring together visual representations\, experts on Civil War Washington\, sex-work historians\, and members of today’s sex-work community to discuss how the oldest profession was practiced when it was legal\, compared to today’s ongoing struggle to recognize sex work as real work. \nThe event will begin with a walking tour starting at The Willard Center\, 1455 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC 20004. Please dress comfortably. \nASL Interpretation will be provided. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-sex-work-in-civil-war-washington-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office\, 437 7th Street NW\, Washington\, 20004\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jimmy Watkins%2C Public Programs Manager":MAILTO:jwatkins@humanitiesdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250515T130100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T130144Z
UID:4074-1748084400-1748095200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting for Pickets\, Protests\, and Parades: The History of Gay Pride in Washington
DESCRIPTION:Registration Link \n  \nRainbow History Project invites you to a special celebration marking the official opening of our “Pickets\, Protests\, and Parades: The History of Gay Pride in Washington” exhibit at Freedom Plaza. This free outdor exhibit chronicles the local LGBTQ Pride movement and how the pickets and protests of the 1960s led to the vibrant celebrations of the 2020s. \nJoin us at 11:00 AM for a ribbon cutting ceremony recognizing the Community Pioneers—local leaders\, organizers\, and everyday heroes who advanced LGBTQ+ visibility and justice in DC. The brief program will feature remarks from project leaders\, community members\, and local dignitaries\, followed by photo opportunities and the ceremonial ribbon cutting. \nAt 12:00 PM\, our exhibit researchers will lead guided tours of the display\, offering historical context\, behind-the-scenes insights\, and personal stories that bring the exhibit panels to life. Located in the heart of downtown\, Freedom Plaza provides a fitting space to reflect on Pride’s evolving presence in public life and to honor those who have made it possible. \nThis event is free and open to all. Donations are welcome! This exhibition has been funded thus far by community organizations and individuals\, opposed to traditional funding for Pride initiatives seeking funds from corporations. \nWhether you’re a longtime resident\, a curious visitor\, or a dedicated history enthusiast\, we welcome you to be part of this special moment and experience the History of Pride from a uniquely local perspective. \nCelebrate our past. Empower our future. Join us at Freedom Plaza! \nAbout the Exhibit: \nThe exhibition disrupts the popularly held belief that the LGBTQ+ Rights Movement began with the Stonewall Riots in 1969 New York. While this pushback to police violence was vital\, DC’s LGBTQ+ history of resistance actually predates the Stonewall Riots. RHP recognizes this picket\, four years before the Stonewall Riots\, where 10 members of the Mattachine Society of Washington marched with signs in front of the White House–as the start of DC’s rich queer history. \nFrom 1965 to the present day\, the exhibition divides DC’s LGBTQ+ into ten eras that are explored in a visual timeline wall along Pennsylvania Avenue. Alongside the timeline wall are ten large cubes with archival photos of pickets\, protests\, and parades\, as well as portraits of Community Pioneers who championed each era called the Hero Cubes. The exhibits will premiere on Monday\, May 19th\, officially opening the exhibition to the over 3 million people expected to travel to DC for WorldPride.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/ribbon-cutting-for-pickets-protests-and-parades-the-history-of-gay-pride-in-washington/
LOCATION:Freedom Plaza\, 1325 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rainbow History Project":MAILTO:vincent@rainbowhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250524T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174426
CREATED:20250508T173953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T174141Z
UID:4039-1748113200-1748124000@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Out/Spoken: A 15th Anniversary World Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Washington\, DC hosts World Pride in 2025! We are excited to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Story District’s Out/Spoken during this historic occasion. For 15 years\, Story District has been bringing LGBTQ+ stories to the stage: real\, personal\, and unforgettable. This year\, as World Pride 2025 comes to DC\, we’re making it even bigger. Produced by Story District and hosted by comedian and storyteller Anthony Oakes\, eight storytellers will share moments that shaped them\, like falling in love and facing their fears. Some stories will make you laugh\, others will make you think\, but every one of them will highlight the power of a well-told story. Whether you’ve been part of Out/Spoken from the start or you’re coming for the first time\, this is a night to celebrate\, reflect\, and be in community. Join us at Howard Theatre on May 24 for an evening of stories that bring us together. Tickets: https://www.storydistrict.org/tickets 
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/out-spoken-a-15th-anniversary-world-pride-celebration/
LOCATION:Howard Theatre\, 620 T Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Story District":MAILTO:amysaidman@storydistrict.org
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