Explore our city’s upcoming humanities events from performances and lectures to celebrations and multi-media experiences. These public events are created and hosted by either HumanitiesDC, our grantees or local partners. To submit an event for consideration, please complete this form.
Culture Series: Transgender Oral Histories
Busboys and Poets 450 K St NW 450 K St NW, Washington, DC, United StatesJoin HumanitiesDC for the third event in its new Culture Series. Featuring guest curator Darby Hickey, come hear stories about legendary nightclubs of yesteryear, resilience and organizing in the face […]
Sip & Learn: Potter’s House Lecture
The Potter's House 1658 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesJoin DCPL and the Potter's House team to learn about the organization's history in the Adams Morgan neighborhood. Ever since opening in 1960, Potter's House has acted as a space […]
DC Oral History Collaborative: Advanced Topics – Audio Techniques
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 901 G Street NW, Washington, DC, United StatesTake an in-depth look at some of the techniques that oral historians use to get high-quality audio from their recording equipment. Learn how to guide interviews to result in crisp […]
DanceAfrica DC Festival 2023
Join Dance Place for a week of dance, music, and tradition during the 36th annual DanceAfrica DC festival. Celebrate the spirit of the African Diaspora with master classes and an […]
DC/DOX Film Festival
Calling all DC film enthusiasts, come out and celebrate the art of documentary film making with the inaugural festival of DC/DOX. In partnership with @dcdoxfest HumanitiesDC is also thrilled to […]
Culture Series: Pieces of Me – Music, Memory and Club Photography
Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesHumanitiesDC's Culture Series is excited to announce the first event in our summer series line-up with guest curator Dr. Natalie Hopkinson. Nothing beats the magic of live music—especially go-go: the […]
Beyond the Archives: Supreme Courts
University of the District of Columbia 4200 Connecticut Ave, WashingtonOver the course of many years, Washington, DC basketball legend Pennington Greene has had the opportunity to interview over 100 people who have contributed to the city’s basketball history. In […]
A Trip to Belgium: Moules Frites (Mussels & Fries)
Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE, WashingtonIn this interactive cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels. Take a trip to Belgium! Moules Frites is considered the national dish of Belgium. It consists […]
Family Hoppy Hour with King Bullfrog!
Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE, WashingtonBring the family out to enjoy a Friday evening filled with live music perfect for all ages! This concert will be outdoors (weather permitting), perfect for little ones to run, […]
Caregiver + Child – Fun in the Sun – Cookie Decorating Class
Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE, WashingtonEver wonder how bakeries get the icing to look just right? Join Paige as she leads a hands-on decorating class! At the end of this class, you will have decorated […]
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