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Daytime Party

Portrait Gallery Reading Rhythms

September 24 at 5:15pm - October 29

At National Portrait Gallery

Northwest Washington, Washington

Bring any book you're currently reading
Curated music plays during silent reading periods
Breakout chats let you discuss books and art with strangers

Bring your book and settle in for a reading party unlike any other: silent chapters, small-group chats, and curated music inside a stunning museum. It's introvert-friendly socializing at its finest.

What are you into?

  • introvert-friendly socializing
  • silent reading sessions
  • book discussions
  • art + literature
  • National Portrait Gallery
  • Northwest Washington
  • Washington

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