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Latest Past Events
Culture Series: Vital Signs – DC and the Poetry of AIDS
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library 401c, Conference Center 901 G Street NW, WashingtonHow 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? Join HumanitiesDC and guest curators Kim Roberts and Regie Cabico for Culture Series: Vital Signs: DC and the Poetry of […]
Oral History 101: A workshop for the new and novice oral historian
Anacostia Arts Center 1231 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DCYour 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 […]
Family Day: Full of Pride
Capital Jewish Museum 575 3rd Street NW, WashingtonA 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 […]
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