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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250622T093000
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SUMMARY:Family Day: Full of Pride
DESCRIPTION:A Pride party for all ages! Dance to live music courtesy of the Hill Havurah ensemble at 10:15 am\, listen to the fabulous Jewish Drag Story Time at 12pm\, and explore LGBTJews in the Federal City with our Family Guide or kid’s scavenger hunt. Plus\, drop in crafts and activities all day ? design a Pride float\, play games on the Museum terrace\, create a colorful collage out of the Museum?s collections\, and write a supportive letter to queer and trans folks for Point of Pride\, and more. Please note: Tickets for both adults and children are $5\, but no family need pay more than $20. Please read follow instructions at the point of purchase to ensure you are not overcharged. Ticket includes complimentary access to our special exhibition\, LGBTJews in the Federal City. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/family-day-full-of-pride/
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:20250622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250622T150000
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SUMMARY:Oral History 101: A workshop for the new and novice oral historian
DESCRIPTION:Your family story: a gift to future generations. Your community?s traditions: your legacy. Your organization?s impact: its foundation. Attend this oral history workshop to learn beginning practices of oral history to help you capture the stories that matter the most. We’ll discuss: The difference between oral history and an interview How to plan for an oral history interview How to lead and participate in the actual oral history Ways to share the recorded stories with others Dr. Amaka Okechukwu will facilitate this session. Dr. Okechukwu is an interdisciplinary scholar who studies social movements\, race\, urban studies\, and Black archives. \nRegister Here
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/oral-history-101-a-workshop-for-the-new-and-novice-oral-historian/
LOCATION:Anacostia Arts Center\, 1231 Marion Barry Ave SE\, Washington\, DC\, MD\, 20020\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Dap Project":MAILTO:info@thedapproject.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250507T155717Z
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SUMMARY:Culture Series: Vital Signs - DC and the Poetry of AIDS
DESCRIPTION:How did DC nurture—and challenge—the artists and writers who lived through the AIDS crisis? And what can DC residents learn from their legacy to help ignite our resistance to the challenges of our own time?  \nJoin HumanitiesDC and guest curators Kim Roberts and Regie Cabico for Culture Series: Vital Signs: DC and the Poetry of AIDS\, a powerful exploration of three groundbreaking poets: Essex Hemphill\, Tim Dlugos\, and Reinaldo Arenas—each of whom shaped the city’s literary landscape before their lives were cut short by AIDS. This evening of remembrance features a panel discussion with those who knew them best or were deeply influenced by their work. Also featured will be short readings of poems by other DC-based writers lost to AIDS\, including Garth Tate\, Mary Bowman\, Chasen Gaver\, and Jim Everhard—bringing more of these powerful voices back into the room. As we face new challenges in public health\, social justice\, and cultural memory\, this event asks the bold question: what can DC residents learn from their legacy to help ignite our resistance to the challenges of our own time? \nA handout of selected poems will be available to all attendees.  \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-vital-signs-dc-and-the-poetry-of-aids/
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:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250529T144847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162456Z
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SUMMARY:DC Day of Archaeology Festival
DESCRIPTION:The annual DC Day of Archaeology Festival gathers archaeology organizations in the District of Columbia\, Maryland\, and Virginia together in one location to inform our community about local archaeology resources. The event is organized by Archaeology in the Community and held in June as part of DC Archaeology Month. Find hands-on activities for all ages! \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/dc-day-of-archaeology-festival/
LOCATION:Tudor Place\, 1644 31st St. NW\, Washington\, 20007\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Archaeology in the Community":MAILTO:beth@archaeologyincommunity.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250630T200000
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CREATED:20250508T144124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T144124Z
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SUMMARY:Oral History Interviewing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This core workshop in the DC Oral History Collaborative workshop series will provide participants strategies to make the interview experience rewarding for the interviewer and the narrator. The workshop will begin by further exploring what comes before the interview – connecting research and planning with building trust and rapport with narrators. Participants will then discuss a wide variety of potential challenging situations that may arise in an oral history interview and will co-create a list of strategies for working through those situations. Finally\, participants will have the opportunity to practice their skills by interviewing another member of their cohort. \nThis workshop will be led by oral historian José Centeno-Melendez\, 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  \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/oral-history-interviewing-workshop-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:20250711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250711T210000
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CREATED:20250617T173944Z
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SUMMARY:Thrilling Upcycled Celtic Folk Trio House of Hamill in Concert
DESCRIPTION:A concert featuring House of Hamill. \nRegister here
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/thrilling-upcycled-celtic-folk-trio-house-of-hamill-in-concert/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE\, Washington\, 20003
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Center DC":MAILTO:programs@hillcenterdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250715T160000
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CREATED:20250508T153313Z
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UID:4025-1752573600-1752595200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Educator's Seminar: Oral History in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to DC teachers and those leading out-of-school youth programs. Attendees must apply and be approved before attending this session. \nClick here for more information on the session and eligibility. \nClick here to begin an application. \nThis annual program helps DC educators explore creative ways to use oral history in their lesson plans and consider starting oral history projects with their students.  \nThe session is hands-on and interactive\, giving participants the chance to practice interviewing and reflect on the experience. Participants will also hear from young people who have recorded oral histories as part of the Real-World History program.  \nThe group will discuss questions such as:   \n\nWhat is oral history – especially as compared to other forms of interviewing and storytelling? \n\n\nWhat are the logistical obstacles to starting oral history projects? \n\n\nHow can it be connected to learning standards?  \n\n\nWhat impact can it have on students?  \n\n\nWhat are some easy to access tools and resources that can help get projects started? \n\nParticipants will receive:  \n\nAn oral history toolkit including a Zoom H1n Recorder and a guide for working with oral history in the classroom \n\n\nA $75 stipend to help purchase additional equipment and/or defray the costs of attending the session \n\n\nLunch is included \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/educators-seminar-oral-history-in-the-classroom/
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:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250724T210000
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CREATED:20250529T180210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180210Z
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SUMMARY:CJM After Sunset: After Hours Pride Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate WorldPride DC 2025 at the Capital Jewish Museum after hours with the launch of our new special exhibition\, LGBTJews in the Federal City. Discover stories of LGBTQ+ Jewish Washington with curator spotlight talks\, enjoy drag performances\, sip on a lavender gin and tonic\, show your pride by making your own button\, and get bedazzled with SparkleLynn Designs. Food for purchase from Catalyst Hot Dogs Food Truck (includes vegetarian and vegan options). \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/cjm-after-sunset-after-hours-pride-party/
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:20250808T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250809T184500
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250529T162959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T172236Z
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SUMMARY:Conference on Public Archaeology
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be hosted by Archaeology in the Community and is intended to provide a dedicated space for public-minded archaeologists and cultural heritage practitioners to share their experiences and expertise. Over two days\, we plan to host a series of workshops\, panels\, round-tables\, and special events geared toward addressing some of the most pressing issues in the discipline. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/conference-on-public-archaeology/
LOCATION:The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center\, 555 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Archaeology in the Community":MAILTO:beth@archaeologyincommunity.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250810T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250810T160000
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CREATED:20250805T170632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T171717Z
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SUMMARY:Lauri Willialmson Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT LAURI WILLIAMSON: Lauri is the Chief Experience Officer at DC Tours and Events. She wears many hats – author\, tour guide\, event planner\, gifting company owner\, & storyteller & she wouldn’t have it any other way. \nWith a passion for connecting with people & sharing the hidden stories of Washington\, DC\, she’s built a career that blends her love of history\, hospitality\, & creativity. As a Certified Meeting Planner\, Certified & Licensed Tour Guide\, & Member of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington\, DC\, she is dedicated to crafting meaningful experiences for her guests\, whether through her tours or her work as a professional event planner. \nWhether you have visited Washington\, DC several times or have been here all your life\, “111 Places In Black Culture in Washington\, DC That You Must Not Miss” will give you some surprising new insights into the city. You’ll learn about the largest attempted escape from slavery on record\, the first Black millionaire\, and the official dance of Washington\, DC. \nThis book sheds new light on some beloved businesses and introduces others that are sure to become favorites. It weaves its way through all four quadrants of the city to help locals and experienced travelers learn more\, explore more\, and do more. \nExperience a more inclusive look into the city with historical narratives that have often been overlooked or excluded. Includes a signed copy of Lauri Williamson’s book: “111 Places in Black Culture in Washington\, DC That You Must Not Miss” \nProceeds will benefit: O Museum in The Mansion Programs. Advanced Online Reservations Required! \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/lauri-willialmson-book-signing/
LOCATION:O Museum in the Mansion\, 2020 O Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036
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ORGANIZER;CN="O Museum in the Mansion":MAILTO:celebrate@omuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250819T193732Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening and Panel Discussion: "It's All About Palestine"
DESCRIPTION:“It Is All About Palestine” documents the courage of student activists confronting repression and the moral clarity of a generation refusing silence. Please join the Museum of the Palestinian People as they screen this powerful documentary featuring local student activists followed by a discussion with the film’s director\, Dina AbouZeid\, and a special panel including subjects in the film. Film screening starts at 6pm\, doors open at 5:30pm. Light appetizers to be provided. Please RSVP by CoB Tuesday\, August 19th! \nRegistration page \n  \nTrailer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mW5SgLaOqFFES0CBH2SZUj7LK5tL1XWS/view Dina AbouZeid is a documentary filmmaker whose journey into the field began after a decade in television and news media. Seeking to go beyond headlines and into the heart of human experience\, she founded Media Vision Co. in Egypt with a mission to capture memories\, uncover untold stories\, and offer a clearer vision of the present. With over 25 years of experience\, Dina has produced impactful content for major broadcasters including Al Jazeera\, Al Hurra\, Alghad\, and Al Araby. Her documentaries\, which often explore themes of identity\, social justice\, and global awareness\, combine investigative depth with emotional resonance. Now based in the United States\, Dina continues to amplify marginalized voices through film. She believes that honest\, compassionate storytelling can make film a tool of resistance and a beacon of truth and transformation.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/film-screening-and-panel-discussion-its-all-about-palestine/
LOCATION:Alliance for Peacebuilding\, 1800 Massachusetts Ave NW # 401\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of the Palestinian People":MAILTO:mariam@mpp-dc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250823T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250805T163308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T171630Z
UID:4390-1755939600-1755954000@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Echoes of Activism: Using Oral History Interviews to Craft a Lesson Plan
DESCRIPTION:Sari Leigh will present the Mind\, Body and Justice Oral History project at the Social Justice Curriculum Fair. The workshop will help educators to design a lesson plan for health activism using oral history archives in the DC DIG Library. \nIn this 50-minute interactive session\, participants will engage with excerpts from the Mind\, Body\, and Justice Oral History Project and other DC-based archives. Through guided deep listening\, we will examine themes of community care and resilience\, and explore how to translate these narratives into culturally responsive\, student-centered lesson plans that uplift local voices and histories. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/echoes-of-activism-using-oral-history-interviews-to-craft-a-lesson-plan/
LOCATION:Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS\, 200 Douglas Street NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250830T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250811T204651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T204651Z
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SUMMARY:The Light Looks Like Us: An Intergenerational Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Prominent DC-based poet and author Tony Keith Jr. will be reading and in conversation with local LGBT+ youth authors Hakim Rose\, Oliver Lin\, and Lauryn Ciardullo\, whose work has been published in Shout Mouse Press? first LGBTQ+ anthology\, The Light Looks Like Me. \nShout Mouse Press is a DC-based nonprofit organization that coaches young people to write and publish diverse and inclusive books. We’d love for you to join us for this intergenerational reading and conversation about writing and love.\nThis event is being executed in collaboration with The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center and their OutWrite DC programming. \n*ASL interpretation will be provided for the panel \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/the-light-looks-like-us-an-intergenerational-conversation/
LOCATION:1827 Wiltberger Street Northwest Washington\, DC 20001\, 1827 Wiltberger Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20001
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shout Mouse Press":MAILTO:malik@shoutmousepress.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250907T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250907T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250827T231310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T231348Z
UID:4709-1757264400-1757271600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Lilac Peril Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the launch of Lilac Peril’s Issue 01\, a collection of 30+ trans contributors writing on the topic TABOO. When the fact of our existence is taboo\, what do trans people still not want to talk about\, even amongst ourselves? Issue 01: TABOO gestures towards this question\, taking a hard look at what we would often rather ignore. Join us for a nights of readings\, light refreshments\, and an auction to benefit the Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid Network. Lilac Peril is a DC-based small press by and for trans writers\, with a particular interest in the subversive and experimental. \nRegistration is not required.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/lilac-peril-book-launch/
LOCATION:Lost City Books\, 2467 18th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20009
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lilac Peril":MAILTO:info@lilacperil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250908T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250904T164706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T164730Z
UID:4747-1757354400-1757359800@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:DC Oral History Collaborative Community Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Calling all local oral historians: HumanitiesDC and the DC History Center are offering their next oral history meetup in Washington\, DC! \nJoin us at the DC History Center on Monday\, September 8 at 6 pm to be in community with other oral historians. During the meetup we’ll share ideas\, talk through challenges and obstacles\, and celebrate successes. You do not have to be a practicing oral historian to participate but come prepared to learn from others and to share your own thoughts\, perspectives\, and experiences. \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. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/dc-oral-history-collaborative-community-meetup/
LOCATION:DC History Center\, 801 K St NW\, Washington\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250820T134139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183030Z
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SUMMARY:KICKOFF EVENT! Salon Redux: In the Spirit of Georgia Douglass Johnson
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the launch of Salon Redux: In the Spirit of Georgia Douglas Johnson\, a citywide public humanities project honoring DC’s literary and cultural history on Tuesday\, September 9\, 2025\, at 6PM at the Howard University Writing Center. Inspired by Johnson?s iconic S Street Salon\, where she hosted Zora Neale Hurston\, Langston Hughes\, May Miller and many others\, this initiative invites DC residents to host small gatherings that foster dialogue\, culture\, and connection. At the kickoff\, the official toolkit will be unveiled. Let’s come together\, honor the past and spark conversations for today. \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/kickoff-event-salon-redux-in-the-spirit-of-georgia-douglass-johnson/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center at Howard University\, 2441 6th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20059\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tracy Chiles McGhee":MAILTO:tcmwoma2010@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250819T194825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T194845Z
UID:4550-1757530800-1757538000@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:At Issue: The Erasure of Black History Featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning Historian Marcia Chatelain and New York Times White House Correspondent Erica L. Green
DESCRIPTION:Learn more here: https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/at-issue-the-erasure-of-black-history-featuring-pulitzer-prize-winning-historian-marcia-chatelain-and-new-york-time-white-house-correspondent-erica-l-green/ \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/at-issue-the-erasure-of-black-history-featuring-pulitzer-prize-winning-historian-marcia-chatelain-and-new-york-times-white-house-correspondent-erica-l-green/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE\, Washington\, 20003
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Center DC":MAILTO:programs@hillcenterdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250913T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250730T152657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T195237Z
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SUMMARY:The Poetry & Folklore of Sterling A. Brown
DESCRIPTION:Sterling A. Brown’s preeminence as a poet\, author\, literary critic and folklorist is unchallenged. He was also Washington\, DC’s first poet laureate\, a famed educator for 40 years at Howard University– teaching some of the country’s most popular writers– and the controversial Editor for Negro Affairs of the Federal Writers Project\, which was part of the Project Works Administration. \nJoin a host of esteemed scholars\, authors and poets\, including Gabbin\, James Early\, E.Ethelbert Miller\, Brian Gilmore\, Teri Cross Davis\, Niani Kilkenny\, Marita Golden\, Dana Williams\, Mark Sanders\, Maurice Jackson\, Cornelius Eady\, Keith Leonard\, Kenny Carroll Jr.\, Tricia Elam Walker\, Marcia Davis\, Kenneth Caroll\,III\, jonetta rose barras\, Amy Horowitz andJoshua Myers. Brown’s granddaughter\, Laura Dennis\, is a special guest speaker. \nRegister Here
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/the-poetry-folklore-of-sterling-a-brown/
LOCATION:Trinity Washington University Main Hall\, 125 Michigan Ave NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20017\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250916T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250819T194138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T194138Z
UID:4547-1758047400-1758054600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Photography 2025 Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:The annual Photography Gallery is back. Juried by Philip Kennicott. \nPhilip Kennicott is the Pulitzer Prize-winning art and architecture critic of The Washington Post. He has been on staff at The Post since 1999\, first as classical music critic\, then as culture critic. In 2011\, he combined art and architecture into a beat focused on visual culture and public space. \nRegistration page
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/photography-2025-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE\, Washington\, 20003
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hill Center DC":MAILTO:programs@hillcenterdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250917T171237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T171237Z
UID:4843-1758304800-1758319200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Film Festival: Local DMV Stories
DESCRIPTION:Connect with your DMV community at this special screening taking place at The Festival Center in Adams Morgan. Enjoy delicious\, locally-made Ghanaian\, Mexican\, and Iraqi Kurdish food (included with ticket)\, get a henna design from local artist\, Amad Mahbub\, and connect with organizations working right now in DC to support\, protect\, and champion our migrant communities. We’ll be screening three short films showcasing immigrants in the DMV and hear from all three filmmakers after the screening. Don’t miss out on this incredible community event! \nRegistration link \n  \n 
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/immigration-film-festival-local-dmv-stories/
LOCATION:The Festival Center\, 1640 Columbia Rd NW 2nd Floor\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="KAMA DC":MAILTO:info@kamadc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250928T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250917T174558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T174558Z
UID:4853-1758823200-1759093200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Immigration Film Fest is hosted by KAMA DC\, a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to providing a platform for immigrants and refugees in the DMV to share their skills and stories. Now in the festival’s 12th year\, we are bringing you a hybrid film festival with virtual screenings for 32 films via Eventive\, four in-person screenings in Washington\, DC from September 25-28\, and a special community screening and gathering on September 19. Help us celebrate and honor the stories on immigrants and refugees at this critical moment in history\, when our immigrant communities are facing a perilous and divisive political and legal environment. We hope to see you at the festival! \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/immigration-film-festival/
LOCATION:Regal Gallery Place\, 701 7th St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250821T163245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T214211Z
UID:4565-1758826800-1758832200@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: 9-Man
DESCRIPTION:To what extent did 9-man volleyball help Chinese immigrants preserve their culture?  \nHumanitiesDC & Ted Gong Present Culture Series: 9-Man\, a conversation with key members of the Chinese American community reflecting on the street sport that continues to unite generations. For more than 90 years\, 9-man volleyball has drawn teams from Chinatowns across the United States. In fact\, the game is so popular that the last time a rotating competition took place in Washington\, DC\, it closed Pennsylvania Avenue from the White House to the FBI Building. \nAs immigrant identities continue to face challenges\, understanding the impact of 9-man volleyball allows for a broader discussion on the importance of cultural spaces. Historical research has led to ongoing conversations about cultural preservation and identity within the Chinese American community\, ensuring 9-man remains a thriving sport today. \nJoin us for a panel discussion exploring how the game’s strict rules\, emphasis on community\, and longstanding traditions have contributed to cultural preservation across generations. Together\, we’ll revisit the rich history of 9-man volleyball in DC and highlight the resilience of Chinese American communities in maintaining their heritage despite adversity. \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-9-man/
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:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250927T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250917T161228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T161228Z
UID:4836-1758963600-1758997800@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Fusion Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Anacostia Arts Center will host the second annual Fusion Festival 2025\, powered by WACIF and sponsored by EventsDC\, on Saturday\, September 27\, 2025\, at the Anacostia Arts Center in Washington\, D.C. The festival\, with the timely theme ?Transformation\,? returns to Southeast DC with a full day of immersive experiences at the intersection of innovation\, culture\, and transformation\, featuring curated panels\, wellness activations\, hands-on workshops\, and dynamic networking spaces. Learn more about Fusion Festival to see what?s ahead. What to Expect: Entry to all panels\, workshops\, and sessions; breakfast\, lunch\, and happy hour; networking and opportunities to practice wellness! \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/fusion-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Anacostia Arts Center\, 1231 Marion Barry Ave SE\, Washington\, DC\, MD\, 20020\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anacostia Arts Center":MAILTO:airen@elxel.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250917T172518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T172518Z
UID:4848-1758970800-1758992400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Together We Stand: A Day of Palestinian Art & Culture
DESCRIPTION:A vibrant marketplace of vendors offering Palestinian crafts\, literature\, and food\, Dabke workshops\, and performances. An introductory class and circle where you?ll learn the art of tatreez. Poetry readings Featured film screenings (stay tuned for the lineup). A central highlight of the two-day event is the GoFundMe Gallery\, filled with artwork from Palestinian artists in Gaza. Visitors can bid on pieces\, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the artists\, strengthening our solidarity by supporting our people directly through art. \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/together-we-stand-a-day-of-palestinian-art-culture/
LOCATION:The Festival Center\, 1640 Columbia Rd NW 2nd Floor\, Washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum of the Palestinian People":MAILTO:mariam@mpp-dc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250805T171424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T171525Z
UID:4415-1759573800-1759680000@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:District Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 7th Annual District Hunt – this year’s puzzle adventure for you\, your family\, your friends\, and your co-workers! Each year\, the game is designed around a different theme built into the physical and cultural landscape of Washington DC. In 2025\, the focus is on Information. This year’s story is Burying the Lede. Every 25 years\, eight symbolic objects are chosen to define the culture of Washington\, DC. Reports about this ritual also suspect a connected treasure\, which has been quietly protected for centuries by a trusted network of individuals. But in 2025\, something?s changed. With misinformation on the rise\, the protectors are wary of whom to trust and have called for help. Teams are invited to demonstrate whether they are worthy of preserving history. \nRegistration Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/district-hunt/
LOCATION:1742 Church St NW\, 1742 Church St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250917T160810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T160810Z
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SUMMARY:Home Rule Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Home Rule Music Festival returns for its fall edition on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\, at Alethia Tanner Park. This free\, family-friendly festival celebrates Washington\, D.C.?s rich music and cultural legacy with a full day of live performances\, vendors\, and community connections. The lineup features Joantz Workshop\, Brandon Woody\, Junkyard Band\, Bongo District\, Dogo du Togo & the Alagaa Beat Band\, and a youth band showcase. Attendees can explore food\, art\, vinyl\, and small business vendors while enjoying go-go\, jazz\, hip-hop\, Latin\, and African sounds. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of D.C.’s music\, culture\, and community pride. \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/home-rule-music-festival/
LOCATION:Alethia Tanner Park\, 227 Harry Thomas Way NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Home Rule Foundation":MAILTO:events@hrmfdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251007T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250904T170223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T170223Z
UID:4752-1759860000-1759869000@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Humanities Under the Stars - Community Celebration & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars to celebrate DC’s powerful stories and vibrant communities! \nOur first community fundraiser\, Humanities Under the Stars\, is an outdoor celebration in the Castle Garden at Heurich House Museum. Surrounded by community\, culture\, and conversations\, we will honor the stories and people who shape our city while raising critical funds to keep our programs accessible and impactful. \nEnjoy drinks\, light bites\, and a chance to win goodies from local businesses through our community raffle. Most importantly\, expect great conversations with fellow supporters who believe in the power of the humanities. \nPurchase Tickets \nDiscounted early bird tickets are available through September 9th (or while supplies last).\nLet’s come together to celebrate the stories that connect us and ensure a thriving future for public humanities in DC. We can’t wait to see you under the stars! \nFor reasonable accommodation requests regarding access and inclusion\, including ASL interpretation\, please contact info@humanitiesdc.org no later than five business days before the start of this event.
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/humanities-under-the-stars-community-celebration-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Private: 1921 Biergarten at the Heurich House\, 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250924T195734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T195734Z
UID:4912-1760630400-1760639400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:2025 Julian Clement Chase Prizes Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The George Washington University Writing Program\, in collaboration with the Creative Writing program and the Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service\, is proud to award three annual undergraduate Julian Clement Chase Prizes: one for Research Writing on the District of Columbia\, one for Creative Writing in Washington\, and one for Community Impact in the District of Columbia. The prizes recognize and honor–appetite\, boldness\, the building of community\, and the striving toward humane excellence in undergraduate work engaged with D.C. \nRegistered Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/2025-julian-clement-chase-prizes-award-ceremony/
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:20251016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250917T152630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T152630Z
UID:4815-1760637600-1760648400@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:CJM After Sunset: Late to the Party Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Continue Oktoberfest celebrations at the Museum after hours. Hear stories about the first German Jews to arrive in Washington\, DC with curator spotlight talks\, sip on German beers\, decorate your own beer stein\, compete in trivia\, and dance along to klezmer faves! Plus\, a cash bar and snacks for purchase. Ticket includes admission to all exhibitions. Must be 21 or older to attend and present a valid ID at the door. \n  \nRegistration link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/cjm-after-sunset-late-to-the-party-oktoberfest/
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:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185444
CREATED:20250922T185648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T185648Z
UID:4887-1760641200-1760646600@humanitiesdc.org
SUMMARY:Culture Series: Snap City - The Art of Roller Skating
DESCRIPTION:What makes the DC-Maryland variation of Style roller skating deserving of official folk-art recognition? \nHumanitiesDC & Tasha Klusmann Present Culture Series: Snap City – The Art of Roller Skating. Join us for an unforgettable evening as native Washingtonian and roller skate historian Tasha Klusmann takes us inside the world of Style roller skating. Style skating is a cultural tradition with roots dating back to the 1960s. Klusmann presents her case for Style being recognized as an official folk art. \nHer groundbreaking research traces the history of the DC-Maryland variation of Style from its beginnings to today’s new generation of skaters referred to as “Snappers.” Be among the first to see short takes of exclusive footage from Our Family Skate Association’s National African American Roller Skating Archive documentary\, Snap City (currently in post-production)\, followed by a Q&A. \nSnap City highlights how the community works to bridge the gap between seasoned skaters and “Snappers” to preserve the area’s unique variation of Style roller skating for future generations. \nDon’t miss your chance to grab a selfie with the largest artifact submitted to the National African American Roller Skating Archive. Can you guess what it is? \nRegistration Event Link
URL:https://humanitiesdc.org/event/culture-series-snap-city-the-art-of-roller-skating/
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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