Amanda Spaid turned her focus to hyper-local subjects, creating detailed drawings of birds found throughout the D.C. area. By slowing down and closely observing the natural life unfolding in our own backyards, she invites viewers to reconsider their relationship with the places they inhabit. Her work encourages...
From the marvelous natural wood patterns to the mastery of different finishes, the Chesapeake Woodturner’s (CW) artists will have you asking, “how do they do that?”
South Korean artist Ju Yun navigates the tension between two contrasting worlds. Transitioning from traditional Korean art to fully contemporary subjects and techniques, Yun embraces the space in between. Through layered compositions of polymer clay and found objects, their mask projects explore themes of hybrid identity—transforming existing...
Kimberly Margioni’s work explores the delicate balance between nature, emotion, and cultural heritage. Drawing inspiration from the world around her—the vibrant landscapes or the quiet beauty of everyday moments—she seeks to capture the essence of life in its raw, unfiltered form.
Roxana is a collage artist fascinated by the art of collage. She uses snippets of magazine paper, fabric, photographs, pencil drawings, raw pigments, and anything that enriches the texture and color of her images. Her goal is for each of her art...
Curated by Akemi Maegawa in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Borderless explores themes of identity, migration, and cultural fluidity. Featuring Jeff Huntington (JAHRU), Mei Mei Chang, Tang, June Lee, and Julia Chon, this exhibition highlights the diverse artistic expressions of AAPI artists who challenge boundaries—both...
Art Enables presents Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters for the first part of the Art Enables at Brentwood series. Barnes and Tiller, both prolific and long-time Art Enables resident artists, bring their unique illustrative work to life, filled with narrative...
This physical activity program combines aerobics, stretching, balance, strength, endurance exercises, and health education to promote healthy behavior changes.
Join our outdoor mobile fitness experience in the scenic parks of Prince George’s County! The Get Fit Mobile unit will supply a range of fitness equipment to create a vibrant workout experience.
Join us for a series of community conversations. We will open the floor to community members to discuss what they want to see in their community and how the Riversdale Historic Site & Museum might play a part in that future.
I Dream of Wires uncovers the history and resurgence of the modular synthesizer, tracing its evolution from a niche music tool to an essential part of modern music production. This film is a must-see for those intrigued by the combination of engineering and musical innovation.
Ceramic is clay from the earth plus fire, colored with minerals ranging from common iron oxide to gold and silver. Linda Bernard will explore forms, images, and colors that reflect our beautiful Earth. She hopes they may inspire us with fire in our hearts to take care of...
This annual exhibition, organized by the Laurel Art Guild, is juried by a regional professional and shows works by artists ages 18 and older in the Washington, D.C., area. The exhibit includes paintings, drawings, photographs, wall-hung sculptures, collages, and more. Cash prizes...
Falling can help us learn to soar! Join us for a special reading of "After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)," by Dan Santat, the inspiring story of Humpty Dumpty’s journey to overcome his fears. After the story, little learners can fold their own...
Join us at one of our nature sites to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George's County special. Community Days are every Saturday in April from 11 am–2 pm.
Celebrate Earth Day all month long! Join us at Old Maryland Farm in Watkins Regional Park to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George's County special.
Celebrate Earth Day all month long! Join us at Watkins Nature Center to celebrate and connect with the people, places, and natural resources that make Prince George's County special.
In recognition of the contributions that Black veterans have made in defense of this country, visit Surratt Historic Site & Museum on April 18 for a hands-on, interactive, living history day.
Ticket Price: Free, registration is recommended but not required