Art & Museums This Week in Washington, DC worth going out for.

There's a version of this city that empties at six and another that doesn't, and I only pay attention to the second one.

I keep track of art & museums in Washington, DC and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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A Wild Race Against Time

A Wild Race Against Time Up & Coming Artist

Sat, Sep 19 · 12:00 PM

Northwest Washington

Interactive bronze wildlife

America’s State Flowers: An America250 Celebration

America’s State Flowers: An America250 Celebration Up & Coming Artist

Fri, Sep 18 · 10:00 AM

Southwest Washington

Living plants and paper art

Dear America: Artists Explore the American Experience

Dear America: Artists Explore the American Experience Ending Soon

Fri, Sep 18 · 10:00 AM

Northwest Washington

Artistic mirror on america

Daytime Solar Observing

Daytime Solar Observing

Fri, Sep 18 · 12:00 PM

Southwest Washington

Free guided solar viewing

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Tomorrow the Sun Will Rise: The Phillips Collection Juried Exhibition

Tomorrow the Sun Will Rise: The Phillips Collection Juried Exhibition Ending Soon

Fri, Sep 18 · 10:00 AM

Northwest Washington

juried regional art showcase

September Art Exhibition

September Art Exhibition

Fri, Sep 18 · 10:00 AM

Northwest Washington

Historic art mansion

Free Kid September

Free Kid September

Fri, Sep 18 · 10:00 AM

Washington

free trolley rides for kids

Burnished: Pueblo Pottery at NMWA

Burnished: Pueblo Pottery at NMWA

Fri, Sep 18 · 10:00 AM

Northwest Washington

Pueblo pottery traditions

Fall 2026 Exhibitions Opening Reception

Fall 2026 Exhibitions Opening Reception One-time only

Fri, Sep 18 · 6:00 PM

Northwest Washington

contemporary art & live music

JOAN MIRÓ: From the Kreeger Collection

JOAN MIRÓ: From the Kreeger Collection Star Performer

Tue, Sep 22 · 10:00 AM

Northwest Washington

Surrealist prints in a mansion

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Frequently asked questions

How are these art & museums in Washington, DC chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

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No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

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