Use your Pastport to travel through time and discover the real stories of the people who built and shaped Prince George’s County. At each museum you visit, explore exhibits, programs, and tours — all for FREE — and discover how the past connects to your present.
* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18, with a public reception on Sat., May 30. *
Success is a self-taught, mixed-media artist born in Baltimore, Maryland. Their artistic journey commenced at age eight and has steadily grown into a passionate exploration of various creative mediums. Now a new but prominent voice in contemporary art, Success has developed a diverse portfolio encompassing digital photography, photo manipulation, and acrylic paintings. Success is a graduate of Howard University. They created a bridge between local D.C. photographers and the Howard photography community by organizing lectures, workshops, and collaboration opportunities among students. Characterized by a keen ability to transform aspects of the ordinary into extraordinary narratives, Success’s work expresses complex human emotions through vivid colors, dynamic forms, and exaggerated color palettes.
* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18, with a public reception on Sat., May 30. *
Ascension is a transformation journey, a testament to the human spirit’s unwavering capacity to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. This exhibition, featuring the works of BIPOC artists, delves into the lives of individuals who have defied limitations, challenged norms, and ultimately ascended to leave an enduring legacy. Each artwork is a visual biography, capturing the essence of the subject’s unique path toward transcendence. The exhibition explores the multifaceted nature of ascension through diverse artistic mediums, from the literal ascent of physical challenges to the metaphorical rise of social and personal triumphs.
Experience history through engaging hands-on activities at Montpelier Historic Site & Museum’s Culture Hub. Each week features a new historical theme that connects past and present.
* This exhibition runs Jun. 8–Jul. 26, with a public reception on Thu., Jun. 18. *
Rosana is an Argentinian artist that explores Surrealism. She sees the universe as a powerful, vivid place of continual transformation, and her works attempt to capture glimpses of it. Every brushstroke, color, and shape gives insight into her heart and is a window to her soul.
This exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from June 8-July 26, 2026, and can be viewed during regular facility hours (M-F, 9 am-5 pm). Please note that exhibits cannot be viewed when a performance or event is in progress. Before viewing an exhibit, please call the Box Office at 301-277-1710 to check the performance schedule.
Montpelier is honored to present, Rev. Joanne M. Braxton’s, PhD, M.Div. Travel photography of her Odyssey to Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Senegal that explores an unexpected “very personal story” with her ancestral memory.
* This exhibition runs Jun. 12–Aug. 2, with a public reception on Fri., Jun. 12 and an artist talk/luncheon on Fri., Jun. 19. *
For 45 years, the Montpelier Arts Center has been proud to showcase the work of sculptors from throughout the region. The 45th annual Invitational Sculpture Exhibition will take place in the Main Gallery. To register for the Artist Talk/Luncheon, please email MontpelierArts@pgparks.com or call 301-377-7800 by Fri., Jun. 5, 2026.
* This exhibition runs Jun. 15–Aug. 15, with a public reception on Sat., Jun. 20 and an artist and curator talk on Sat., Jul. 18. *
Curated by Rashad Ali Muhammad in celebration of Pride Month, Radiant Resistance: The Joy of Being is a bold tribute to queer resilience, creativity, and joy. Featuring C.S. Corbin, Chrys Seawood, Michael P. Jr., Miss Grace David, and Shyama R. Cuver, this exhibition asserts that joy is not just a byproduct of survival—it is a radical act of resistance.
Through collage, sculpture, installation, and digital media, these artists transform adversity into light, affirming that queerness is a driving force for cultural progress, innovation, and healing. Radiant Resistance is a celebration of thriving, existing, and creating unapologetically.
This exhibition runs Jun. 15-Aug. 1, 2026, with an opening reception on Sat., Jun. 20 and an artist & curator talk on Sat., Jul. 18.
Art Enables proudly presents Ceej Maples: Good Luck With That, the artist's first solo exhibition. Through his illustrative realism and ink mastery, Maples brings his internal struggles and triumphs to life, weaving humor, pain, and irony into every work. His art serves as both self-expression and therapy, helping him cope with physical and mental challenges. In Good Luck With That, Maples explores life's lighthearted and darker aspects, confronting hardships with wit and imagination. The title piece, which is both earnest and sarcastic, encapsulates this sentiment: life is difficult, but facing it with humor and creativity can make the journey more bearable.
Aaron Oldenburg creates artworks using game engines, coding languages, 2D and 3D digital art creation software, and audio sampling. This exhibition is a series of procedural software works, including interactive virtual reality, that deal with memory, climate instability, and bodily de/re-composition. Prints of screenshots taken from them accompany the works.
This exhibition will showcase work by Montpelier Arts Center’s visiting resident artist, who has been busy all year creating one-of-a-kind pieces. The Arts Center’s one-year artist residency is a juried competition, allowing artists to join the resident artist community and conclude their residency with an exhibition.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Kickstart your year with Total Body Sculpt! Join us for an invigorating full-body workout designed to help you achieve your New Year’s fitness goals. This dynamic class will help set the tone for a healthier and stronger you. Level: All.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Salma Hayek delivers a stunning performance as Frida Kahlo, the celebrated Mexican artist known for her striking self-portraits and unfiltered storytelling. This visually rich biopic delves into Kahlo’s personal struggles, revolutionary spirit, and enduring influence on the art world.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Kickstart your year with Total Body Sculpt! Join us for an invigorating full-body workout designed to help you achieve your New Year’s fitness goals. This dynamic class will help set the tone for a healthier and stronger you. Level: All.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Kickstart your year with Total Body Sculpt! Join us for an invigorating full-body workout designed to help you achieve your New Year’s fitness goals. This dynamic class will help set the tone for a healthier and stronger you. Level: All.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Kickstart your year with Total Body Sculpt! Join us for an invigorating full-body workout designed to help you achieve your New Year’s fitness goals. This dynamic class will help set the tone for a healthier and stronger you. Level: All.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
* This exhibition runs Jul. 27–Sep. 5, with a public reception on Sat., Aug. 1. *
Sculpture NOW 2026 is an annual, non-thematic exhibition of new works by members of the Washington Sculptors Group. This juried group shows features artworks completed within the last two years. The Washington Sculptors Group (WSG) is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness of sculpture and fostering exchanges among sculptors, sculpture enthusiasts, and the public. Organized in 1984, membership has grown to over 400; WSG sponsors frequent public programs and organizes professional sculpture exhibitions juried by prominent curators.
* This exhibition runs Jul. 27–Sep. 5, with a public reception on Sat., Aug. 1. *
Designing through the Geometry comprises two series, Jupiter Background in Black and Time, by Argentinian artist Maria Santiago. Time is invisible. The Past-Present-Future is one with constant movement: yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Time transforms into small movements or changes. Time is magic. The artist focuses on color and time, where everything is always moving and everything changes. However, the background is completely quiet, and the shapes are only inside the circle as time passes. This mixed-media show focuses on what it means to explore texture and bright colors against geometric shapes.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.
Kickstart your year with Total Body Sculpt! Join us for an invigorating full-body workout designed to help you achieve your New Year’s fitness goals. This dynamic class will help set the tone for a healthier and stronger you. Level: All.
Meet 13 remarkable colonial women – spies, political activists, and everyday heroines – whose courage defied expectations during the American Revolution. Available during tour and program hours. Included as part of the tour.