Creative Writing and Memoir
Both the novice and serious writer will find a comfortable spot in this group. Participants work with memoir, personal essay, poetry, short stories, novels, or just a creative exploration with words.
Lessons in Looking: Painting, Sculpture and Architecture
Learn to observe the art of painting, sculpture and architecture in this dynamic, interactive lecture series. We’ll look at digital images of masterworks and explore the museum galleries to examine art up close.
Member Reception: Jeweled Objects of Desire
A dazzling display of extraordinary gems and jewelry from the vaults of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Light refreshments will be served. Free and for Museum members only!
The Chinese Folk Art Workshop
Watch a variety of traditional Chinese folk arts such as Dragon Dance, Lion Dance, Taiwanese Drums, Chinese yoyo and Folk Dance that highlight the beauty of Chinese Folk Arts.
Performance: Frogtown Mountain Puppets
The Legend of the Banana Kid Little Chucky heads to the Wild West to outwit outlaws in this cowboy adventure! With a fistful of bananas, Chucky rides into town on…
Performance: Flying Ship Productions
Two versatile performers use jazz, tap, ballads, and even rock-n-roll to create many zany characters in this timeless Russian tale.
Performance: Okra Dance Company
Visit five of the seven continents in this fast-paced production, which highlights the cooperation and inter-personal relationships featured in partner dances. From Zaire, Austria and Poland, to Argentina, Israel, India and the Americas, two multi-talented dancers demonstrate and explain the cross-cultural and social significance of couples dancing.
Performance: Rosalita’s Puppets
A delightful, one of a kind marionette show! The audience is invited to answer questions from the puppets, sing along, and actively participate throughout the whole show. Sea Stories tells stories of adventure under the sea, bringing you pirates, a mermaid, and all kinds of sea creatures.
Festival of Flowers: Family Day
Explore the world of flowers through hands-on activities with the whole family in mind. All free with museum admission!
Member Reception: Sidney Mobell
Following his lecture, Museum members are invited to join artist Sidney Mobell for light refreshments.