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.
Calendar of Events
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
S Sun
1 event,
Creativists In Dialogue Podcast
Creativists in Dialogue is a podcast embracing the creative life, with hosts Elizabeth Bruce and Michael Oliver. In this weekly podcast, the hosts interview people from all walks of life about the role that creativity plays in shaping who they are. They explore creativity at both the practical level, and the process level. On occasion, […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Last Supper Daily Viewings
Studio Acting Conservatory announces a week of daily viewings for the public to experience the Last Supper sculpture, by artist Akili Ron Anderson. Created by artist Akili Ron Anderson in the early 1980s as a commission for the New Home Baptist Church, Jesus and his disciples are depicted as African American men, an example of […]
3 events,
Story District Storytelling Showcase
Story District Storytelling Showcase
WBL kicks off the annual Word Power Festival featuring some of the DMV’s most stellar performance artists as you’ve never seen them before: Sharing personal true life tales courtesy of our friends at Story District. FEATURING: A'niya Taylor, Girl Genius, Nerd, Precious Foreman, and Malpractice All Ages, Food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite […]
4 events,
DMV Youth Poet Laureates showcase w/ O-Slice
DMV Youth Poet Laureates showcase w/ O-Slice
Witness tomorrow’s leaders today as all of our area’s Youth Poet Laureates lift their voices (representing DC, Montgomery Co., Prince George's Co. and Arlington Co.) - Special Guest performance by O-Slice DMV Youth Poet Laureates: Allison Xu, Ribka Desta, Sophia Hall + The Baltimore YPL: A'niya Taylor Music by DJ Shablast All Ages, food and […]
Jessica Care Moore w/ musical guest Wendel Patrick
Jessica Care Moore w/ musical guest Wendel Patrick
Jessica Care moore is an internationally renowned poet, playwright, performance artist, and producer. She will be accompanied by professor and composer Wendel Patrick. Part of the 2023 Words Beats & Life Festival Online advance reservations for a given performance date will open on a rolling basis, opening every Wednesday two weeks out from the date. PART […]
3 events,
DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team Showcase w/ Born I
DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team Showcase w/ Born I
Powerful presentation & insightful lyrics will be on the menu as the DMV Youth Poetry Slam Team performs together for the first time ever. Guest Perfomer: Born I All Ages, food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite qualifies you for prizes Space is limited, early arrival suggested to guarantee seating and entry. PART OF […]
4 events,
’93 TIL party w/ Diamond D, Farrah Flosscett & DJ RBI
Specially curated sounds brought to you by our headliner DJ Diamond D (of DITC, legendary producer of The Fugees “The Score” among other classics), DJ RBI, and DJ Farrah Flosscett on the rooftop of the Eaton hotel in downtown DC. ‘93 Til... is a party celebrating the lineage of Funk, Jazz, and their groovy-genred cousins […]
Other People’s Poetry Open Mic w/ TLoW
Other People’s Poetry Open Mic w/ TLoW
It’s Not Quite Karaoke! Bring your favorite poems, songs or rap lyrics to read onstage - then listen to DJ Shablast play all your favorites! Feature poet - T-Low, aka “The Lover of Words”. Guest Perfomer: TLow Host: Project MC. DJ: DJ B-Blast All Ages, food and drink menu available, RSVPing on Eventbrite qualifies you […]
6 events,
Remixing The Art Of Social Change Conference
Remixing The Art Of Social Change Conference
After a three-year hiatus, Remixing the Art of Social Change is back! We are excited to partner with DC Public Libraries to present some amazing panels and breakout workshops on Saturday, April 8th dedicated to exploring the power and potential of hip-hop culture at this moment with fans, scholars, artists, and activists engaging each other […]
Jazz & Blossoms park jam w/ BILAL
Jazz & Blossoms park jam w/ BILAL
Jazz & Blossoms will take over Franklin Park for a park jam Saturday, April 8. This free, outdoor event will celebrate the beauty and nature in the city with a musical backdrop, celebrating the National Cherry Blossom Festival and featuring Grammy-nominated vocalist, songwriter, and producer Bilal. Additional performances include Pete Rock & The Soul Brothers, Daylight DC featuring […]
Spanish Joe Remembers
Spanish Joe Remembers
Screening of “Spanish Joe Remembers” a short film about Pepe Gonzalez, bass player. Event Details Host: Sami Miranda Date: April 8, 2023 @ 5pm - 7pm Location: Bloombars, 3222 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 Event fee: 0 -$7 Registration Event link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/word-power-pres-dmv-youth-poetry-slam-team-showcase-w-born-i-tickets-571048691007 For More Information Contact: Sami Miranda Website: www.americanpoetrymuseum.org Email: info@americanpoetrymuseum.org Phone: 202-903-4611
3 events,
Yacht Rock Brunch w/ DJs d.painter & Adrian Loving
Yacht Rock Brunch w/ DJs d.painter & Adrian Loving
Put on your captain’s hat and join us for an Easter day party at DC’s top outdoor venue, Metrobar. Part of the Words Beats & Life Festival MUSIC BY: D.PAINTER & ADRIAN LOVING A mix of Jazz soaked soft rock & soul with a few twists for the hip-hop generation. Food Trucks on site and a […]
Jazz & Blossoms park jam w/ BILAL
Jazz & Blossoms park jam w/ BILAL
WBL Festival presents a special gathering honoring poets who have featured on Hip Hop albums including: Ursula Rucker, Amir Sulaiman, Jessica Care Moore, Ayesha Jaco Live music by Biscuit Bynum Collective + DJ 2-Tone Jones Join us for a conversation with the poets followed by performances by each one backed by the Biscuit Bynum Collective. […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Higher Power Film Premiere
Higher Power Film Premiere
Higher Power uses the stories of Black Washingtonians fighting to enter the legal cannabis industry to reveal the stark reality of 700,0000 disenfranchised Americans living in Washington, D.C. and the urgent need for D.C. Statehood. Event Details Host: Rafi Aliya Crockett Date: April 19, 2023 @ 7pm - 8:30pm Location: Landmark E Street Cinema, 555 […]
2 events,
Culture Series: Transgender Oral Histories
Culture Series: Transgender Oral Histories
Join 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 of violence and hate, the importance of roller-skating, and the power of family whether chosen or blood. Based off a DC Oral History Collaborative project, […]
1 event,
2 events,
Sip & Learn: Potter’s House Lecture
Sip & Learn: Potter’s House Lecture
Join 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 for community connection, deep conversation, and creative expression in the District. Uniquely functioning as both an independent business and a service-providing non-profit, Potter's House has […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
Bring some humanity to your inbox:
Subscribe to our Newsletter.