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.
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 […]
Heart Stuck Bernie: Many Extra Only More
Extra Space Storage 2800 8th St NE, Washington, DC, United StatesMany Extra Only More is a massive-scale, big-cast, site specific dance project for 40 dancers, framed by 40 windows, in the four-story storefront of Brookland's Extra Space Storage facility. It […]
Street Food: The Mekong
Hill Center DC 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE, WashingtonWhen traveling the world, sometimes the best meals are found in the streets-from food trucks, carts and stalls. Chef Mark Haskell will take you on a tour of the back […]
Culture Series: Porchtales Listening Party
Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United StatesNext in the summer Culture Series line up is the HumanitiesDC premier podcast, Porchtales, listening party. Through its compelling narratives and engaging storytelling, Porchtales amplifies the voices of those who […]
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