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SUMMARY:Vibrant Nature: Paintings and Illustrations by Jamie Downs
DESCRIPTION:Jamie Downs’ art career spans more than 50 years\, exploring themes of oneness and transcendence. Her recent series of non-objective works draws on floral archetypes\, local birds\, bees\, and animals\, interpreted through an abstract lens. Influenced by Color Field painting and Abstract Expressionism\, her work blends luminous color and organic movement to create a deeply contemplative experience.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/vibrant-nature-paintings-and-illustrations-by-jamie-downs
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270306T140000
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SUMMARY:From Boxes to Beauty: Transforming the Discarded into Dimensional Portraiture with Sylvia Doughlin - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Artist Sylvia Doughlin creates emotionally expressive\, three-dimensional sculptural portraits that capture the individuality and spirit of each imagined subject. Eschewing traditional drawing and painting\, she constructs every face entirely from discarded paper materials\, transforming the overlooked into richly detailed works of art.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/from-boxes-to-beauty-transforming-the-discarded-into-dimensional-portraiture-with-sylvia-doughlin-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
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SUMMARY:A Lasting Vision: Alonzo Davis\, 1942-2025 - Artist & Curator Talk
DESCRIPTION:A Lasting Vision is a career-spanning tribute to the life and legacy of Alonzo Davis\, a foundational figure whose influence resonates deeply across the American art landscape.  \n\n\n\nThis retrospective explores the evolution of Davis’ practice\, from muralism to his iconic mixed-media series. Using bamboo\, paper\, and found objects\, he crafted a visual language that speaks to migration\, resilience\, and the interconnectedness of the human experience. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/a-lasting-vision-alonzo-davis-1942-2025-artist-curator-talk
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-Alonza-Davis-2-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270306T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270306T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141545Z
CREATED:20260803T141545Z
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SUMMARY:Tim Davis: The Power Rooms - Artist & Curator Talk
DESCRIPTION:The Power Rooms is an ongoing series of paintings that marks a significant evolution in the practice of Tim Davis. Shifting away from his previous focus on figures and portraits\, Davis utilizes the interior architectural space as a platform for surrealistic reimagining. By transforming walls and floors into narrative landscapes\, he creates immersive environments that invite viewers to step directly into the stories being told.  \n\n\n\nThese purposeful narratives confront the pressing issues of inequality\, discrimination\, racism\, and injustice\, intertwining them with history and culture. Davis’ work remains deeply rooted in the human experience\, specifically the Black experience as it relates to truth and identity. For Davis\, creating art for social change is a catalyst for the meaningful dialogue necessary to heal and find solutions to collective problems. Through these evocative spaces\, The Power Rooms examines the strength of a culture and the vital importance of reclaiming one’s history. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/tim-davis-the-power-rooms-artist-curator-talk
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270426
DTSTAMP:20260803T141545Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141545Z
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SUMMARY:Rich Isaacman: Cityscapes: City Views Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Through fog\, rain\, shifting light\, and flowing traffic\, Rich Issacman captures cities as living\, breathing environments. His photographs reveal moments of quiet beauty within constant motion—from towering skylines and construction sites to reflective streets and silhouetted architecture—offering viewers a poetic glimpse into urban life around the globe.  
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/rich-isaacman-cityscapes-city-views-around-the-world
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MAC-Rich-Issacman-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270419
DTSTAMP:20260803T141546Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141546Z
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Artists on the Rise: Juried Teen Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Montpelier Arts Center strives to foster a positive\, creative environment where young and emerging artists realize their full potential. Now in its 15th year\, this annual exhibition spotlights the talents of visual artists ages 13-19 from the Washington\, D.C.\, area. The juror awards prizes based on artistic excellence\, with cash prizes for first\, second\, and third place. Beginning in winter 2026\, interested teens may submit work online for consideration at MontpelierArtsCenter.submittable.com.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/15th-annual-artists-on-the-rise-juried-teen-exhibition
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270419
DTSTAMP:20260803T141547Z
CREATED:20260803T141547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141547Z
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SUMMARY:Elisa Mayes: Service & Sanctuary - Between Use and Meaning
DESCRIPTION:Between Use and Meaning brings together ceramic and textile works that explore the shifting role of handmade objects. Familiar forms\, vessels\, and stitched coverings rooted in traditions of care and daily use appear alongside sculptural works that move beyond function. Through clay and cloth\, these works reflect on protection\, memory\, and quiet defiance. Objects shaped in service that hold space\, endure\, and gently resist the structures meant to contain them. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/elisa-mayes-service-sanctuary-between-use-and-meaning
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270320T150000
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Artists on the Rise: Juried Teen Exhibition - Public Reception & Awards
DESCRIPTION:Montpelier Arts Center strives to foster a positive\, creative environment where young and emerging artists realize their full potential. Now in its 15th year\, this annual exhibition spotlights the talents of visual artists ages 13-19 from the Washington\, D.C.\, area. The juror awards prizes based on artistic excellence\, with cash prizes for first\, second\, and third place. Beginning in winter 2026\, interested teens may submit work online for consideration at MontpelierArtsCenter.submittable.com.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/15th-annual-artists-on-the-rise-juried-teen-exhibition-public-reception-awards
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270516
DTSTAMP:20260803T141548Z
CREATED:20260803T141548Z
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SUMMARY:Brilliant Brushes: Where Light Falls 
DESCRIPTION:Where Light Falls features Brilliant Brushes\, a collective of six local watercolor artists who regularly paint together and gather monthly to reflect on shared challenges and creative growth. United by a fascination with the effects of light\, the group embraces watercolor for its unique luminosity and transparency\, making it an ideal medium for capturing light in its many forms. In this exhibition\, the artists explore how light moves through a landscape\, highlights individual subjects\, reflects and filters through space\, and casts delicate shadows—revealing shape\, defining form\, and transforming color through their individual interpretations. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/brilliant-brushes-where-light-falls
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/HHAC-Brilliant-Brushes-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270516
DTSTAMP:20260803T141548Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141548Z
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SUMMARY:Hu Zeqian: New Century Garden 
DESCRIPTION:New Century Garden presents the work of Chinese artist Hu Zeqian\, who now lives and works in Washington\, D.C. For Hu\, painting is not merely technical but deeply personal\, reflecting the complexity of human experience. His use of vivid color\, often associated with joy and prosperity\, carries layered meaning\, evoking both beauty and unease\, much like the warning signals found in nature. Through balancing visual allure with conceptual depth\, Hu’s paintings reveal that beneath beauty also lies complexity. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/hu-zeqian-new-century-garden
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/HHAC-Hu-Zeqian-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270626
DTSTAMP:20260803T205750Z
CREATED:20260803T141548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T205750Z
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SUMMARY:Through These Doors: 80 Years of Art & Community
DESCRIPTION:The Publick Playhouse invites you to step into the rich history of this beloved cultural landmark to celebrate its 80th birthday. This exhibit showcases eight decades of unforgettable moments\, honoring the artists\, audiences\, and stories that have brought these walls to life and continue to shape its legacy.  This exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from Apr. 1-Jun. 15\, 2027\, 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. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/through-these-doors-80-years-of-art-community
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Cheverly-2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141549Z
CREATED:20260803T141549Z
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SUMMARY:Brilliant Brushes: Where Light Falls - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Where Light Falls features Brilliant Brushes\, a collective of six local watercolor artists who regularly paint together and gather monthly to reflect on shared challenges and creative growth. United by a fascination with the effects of light\, the group embraces watercolor for its unique luminosity and transparency\, making it an ideal medium for capturing light in its many forms. In this exhibition\, the artists explore how light moves through a landscape\, highlights individual subjects\, reflects and filters through space\, and casts delicate shadows—revealing shape\, defining form\, and transforming color through their individual interpretations. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/brilliant-brushes-where-light-falls-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/HHAC-Brilliant-Brushes-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141549Z
CREATED:20260803T141549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141549Z
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SUMMARY:Hu Zeqian: New Century Garden - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:New Century Garden presents the work of Chinese artist Hu Zeqian\, who now lives and works in Washington\, D.C. For Hu\, painting is not merely technical but deeply personal\, reflecting the complexity of human experience. His use of vivid color\, often associated with joy and prosperity\, carries layered meaning\, evoking both beauty and unease\, much like the warning signals found in nature. Through balancing visual allure with conceptual depth\, Hu’s paintings reveal that beneath beauty also lies complexity. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/hu-zeqian-new-century-garden-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/HHAC-Hu-Zeqian-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270530
DTSTAMP:20260803T141550Z
CREATED:20260803T141550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141550Z
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SUMMARY:...If Not But You: BUCK!
DESCRIPTION:In the high-energy solo exhibition …If Not But You\, the artist BUCK! presents a vibrant exploration of identity\, legacy\, and the bold aesthetic of the next generation. A rising force in the DMV arts scene\, BUCK! uses distinct visual language to challenge traditional narratives and celebrate the unapologetic spirit of contemporary culture. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/if-not-but-you-buck
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-BUCK-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270530
DTSTAMP:20260803T141550Z
CREATED:20260803T141550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141550Z
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SUMMARY:Across the Threshold: Celebrating 25 Years of the Open Studio Tours
DESCRIPTION:Across the Threshold celebrates a quarter-century of the region’s most intimate and enduring artistic tradition. Long before the official designation of our creative corridor\, the Open Studios tour began as a grassroots effort by local pioneers to invite the public behind the scenes of the creative process. This milestone exhibition honors the 25-year history of those early artists who opened their doors\, shared their crafts\, and laid the foundation for what would eventually become the Gateway Arts District.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing a curated selection of works from across the studios\, the exhibition reflects the grit and collaborative spirit that have defined our neighborhood for decades. From the original artists who first welcomed the community into their workspaces to the new generation currently expanding our boundaries\, this showcase tells the story of a creative community built from the ground up. Join us as we celebrate 25 years of artistic transparency\, mentorship\, and the enduring legacy of the makers who call this region home. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/across-the-threshold-celebrating-25-years-of-the-open-studio-tours
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-Gateway-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141551Z
CREATED:20260803T141551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141551Z
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SUMMARY:Party People: Holly Bass
DESCRIPTION:In the immersive solo exhibition Party People\, multidisciplinary artist Holly Bass presents a powerful series of photographs and videos documenting the soul of the dance floor. Centering on the vibrant nightlife cultures of Washington\, D.C.\, and Detroit\, this body of work serves as both a celebration and a deep sociological study of the communities that thrive after dark. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/party-people-holly-bass
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-Holly-Bass-1-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141551Z
CREATED:20260803T141551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141551Z
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SUMMARY:Party People: Holly Bass - Artist & Curator Talk
DESCRIPTION:In the immersive solo exhibition Party People\, multidisciplinary artist Holly Bass presents a powerful series of photographs and videos documenting the soul of the dance floor. Centering on the vibrant nightlife cultures of Washington\, D.C.\, and Detroit\, this body of work serves as both a celebration and a deep sociological study of the communities that thrive after dark.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/party-people-holly-bass-artist-curator-talk
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-Holly-Bass-2-2026-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141552Z
CREATED:20260803T141552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141552Z
UID:10005848-1807365600-1807372800@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Rich Isaacman: Cityscapes: City Views Around the World - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Through fog\, rain\, shifting light\, and flowing traffic\, Rich Issacman captures cities as living\, breathing environments. His photographs reveal moments of quiet beauty within constant motion—from towering skylines and construction sites to reflective streets and silhouetted architecture—offering viewers a poetic glimpse into urban life around the globe.  
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/rich-isaacman-cityscapes-city-views-around-the-world-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MAC-Rich-Issacman-2026-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141552Z
CREATED:20260803T141552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141552Z
UID:10005864-1807365600-1807372800@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Elisa Mayes: Service & Sanctuary - Between Use and Meaning - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Between Use and Meaning brings together ceramic and textile works that explore the shifting role of handmade objects. Familiar forms\, vessels\, and stitched coverings rooted in traditions of care and daily use appear alongside sculptural works that move beyond function. Through clay and cloth\, these works reflect on protection\, memory\, and quiet defiance. Objects shaped in service that hold space\, endure\, and gently resist the structures meant to contain them. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/elisa-mayes-service-sanctuary-between-use-and-meaning-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/MAC-Elisa-Mayes-2026-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141552Z
CREATED:20260803T141552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141552Z
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SUMMARY:...If Not But You: BUCK! - Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:In the high-energy solo exhibition …If Not But You\, the artist BUCK! presents a vibrant exploration of identity\, legacy\, and the bold aesthetic of the next generation. A rising force in the DMV arts scene\, BUCK! uses distinct visual language to challenge traditional narratives and celebrate the unapologetic spirit of contemporary culture. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/if-not-but-you-buck-opening-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-BUCK-2026-600x400-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141552Z
CREATED:20260803T141552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141552Z
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SUMMARY:Across the Threshold: Celebrating 25 Years of the Open Studio Tours - Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Across the Threshold celebrates a quarter-century of the region’s most intimate and enduring artistic tradition. Long before the official designation of our creative corridor\, the Open Studios tour began as a grassroots effort by local pioneers to invite the public behind the scenes of the creative process. This milestone exhibition honors the 25-year history of those early artists who opened their doors\, shared their crafts\, and laid the foundation for what would eventually become the Gateway Arts District.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing a curated selection of works from across the studios\, the exhibition reflects the grit and collaborative spirit that have defined our neighborhood for decades. From the original artists who first welcomed the community into their workspaces to the new generation currently expanding our boundaries\, this showcase tells the story of a creative community built from the ground up. Join us as we celebrate 25 years of artistic transparency\, mentorship\, and the enduring legacy of the makers who call this region home. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/across-the-threshold-celebrating-25-years-of-the-open-studio-tours-opening-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BAE-Gateway-2026-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141554Z
CREATED:20260803T141554Z
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SUMMARY:Vibrant Nature: Paintings and Illustrations by Jamie Downs - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Jamie Downs’ art career spans more than 50 years\, exploring themes of oneness and transcendence. Her recent series of non-objective works draws on floral archetypes\, local birds\, bees\, and animals\, interpreted through an abstract lens. Influenced by Color Field painting and Abstract Expressionism\, her work blends luminous color and organic movement to create a deeply contemplative experience.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/vibrant-nature-paintings-and-illustrations-by-jamie-downs-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270531
DTSTAMP:20260803T141555Z
CREATED:20260803T141555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141555Z
UID:10005836-1808524800-1811721599@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:The 58th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition
DESCRIPTION: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 are awarded for first\, second\, and third place\, along with three merit awards. Get involved and enjoy the support and camaraderie of your fellow local artists. More information is available at laurelartguild.org.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/the-58th-annual-laurel-art-guild-juried-exhibition
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270531
DTSTAMP:20260803T141555Z
CREATED:20260803T141555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141555Z
UID:10005865-1808524800-1811721599@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Bao Yen Nguyen
DESCRIPTION:Working in mixed media on canvas\, Bao Yen Nguyen reflects on the beauty of being Vietnamese‑American through a deeply personal and cultural lens. Drawing from personal memory\, photographic transfer\, and cultural inheritance\, her work examines how identity is shaped across generations\, geography\, and memory. Existing between two worlds\, Nguyen navigates the quiet tensions and harmonies of heritage and assimilation\, drawing attention to the nuances that define lived experience.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/bao-yen-nguyen
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141611Z
CREATED:20260803T141611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141611Z
UID:10006117-1809180000-1809187200@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:When it Rains\, Flowers Grow by Brittnee Scott - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Britnee Scott’s playful mixed media paintings affirm the enduring power of love over violence. Through vibrant compositions\, she reveals how\, even in spaces of conflict\, the transformation of pain into creativity allows beauty and culture to not only endure but thrive.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/when-it-rains-flowers-grow-by-brittnee-scott-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141611Z
CREATED:20260803T141611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141611Z
UID:10005866-1809180000-1809187200@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Bao Yen Nguyen - Public Reception
DESCRIPTION:Working in mixed media on canvas\, Bao Yen Nguyen reflects on the beauty of being Vietnamese‑American through a deeply personal and cultural lens. Drawing from personal memory\, photographic transfer\, and cultural inheritance\, her work examines how identity is shaped across generations\, geography\, and memory. Existing between two worlds\, Nguyen navigates the quiet tensions and harmonies of heritage and assimilation\, drawing attention to the nuances that define lived experience.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/bao-yen-nguyen-public-reception
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260803T141612Z
CREATED:20260803T141612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141612Z
UID:10005837-1809262800-1809270000@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:The 58th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition - Public Reception & Awards
DESCRIPTION: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 are awarded for first\, second\, and third place\, along with three merit awards. Get involved and enjoy the support and camaraderie of your fellow local artists. More information is available at laurelartguild.org.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/the-58th-annual-laurel-art-guild-juried-exhibition-public-reception-awards
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270621
DTSTAMP:20260803T141612Z
CREATED:20260803T141612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141612Z
UID:10005849-1809475200-1813535999@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Adrienne Vodraska: Company of Plants
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition of acrylic paintings reflects Adrienne Vodraska’s deep respect for the abundance\, resilience\, and quiet beauty of plant life. Working primarily from direct observation\, she spends countless hours in meadows\, prairies\, gardens\, and woodland edges\, often during moments of seasonal transition. Rather than focusing on individual plants or flowers\, she focuses on entire ecosystems. The intentional absence of human presence allows the natural world to emerge as the central subject and protagonist.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/adrienne-vodraska-company-of-plants
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270704
DTSTAMP:20260803T141617Z
CREATED:20260803T141617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141617Z
UID:10005867-1812153600-1814659199@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Julie Polt: Favorite Things
DESCRIPTION:In Favorite Things\, Julie Polt approaches art as a space for exploration\, play\, and therapy. Working primarily in printmaking and mixed media\, Polt builds layered compositions through meditative mark-making and occasional text elements that trace emotional response to her inner and outer worlds. Embracing experimentation with new inks\, eco-friendly materials\, and varied processes\, the work invites viewers into a quietly expressive\, intuitive experience.
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/julie-polt-favorite-things
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270725
DTSTAMP:20260803T141617Z
CREATED:20260803T141617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T141617Z
UID:10006055-1812326400-1816473599@smartlink.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Ronna Traylor: Dragonfly Wings: The Beauty of Fractured Planes
DESCRIPTION:Dragonfly Wings: The Beauty of Fractured Planes presents the work of Alexandria-based artist Ronna Traylor\, a watercolor and mixed media artist who draws inspiration from fleeting moments of light\, reflection\, and structure found in everyday life. Transforming these observations into layered visual studies\, Traylor’s recent series focuses on the delicate yet resilient form of dragonfly wings. Wings are rendered in watercolor with accents of gouache and gel pen. Inspired by both macrophotography and imagination\, the works explore themes of fragility and strength through fractured\, luminous planes\, capturing the transformation of a passing image into a lasting work of art. 
URL:https://smartlink.pgparks.com/event_list/ronna-traylor-dragonfly-wings-the-beauty-of-fractured-planes
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free
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