Washington DC
Calendar of Events
What's Happening in December 2009!
Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor – Now through March 31, 2010
Don't miss the chance to view the largest collection of artifacts to ever travel from China to the U.S. This exhibit features 15 life-size terra cotta warriors who were created to stand guard over the tomb of China's first emperor, Qin Shihuangdi. Check out the special package the Capitol Hill Suites is offering for this event. For more information on the exhibit call 202-857-7588 or visit http://www.nationalgeographic.com/terracottawarriors/index.html.
1934: A New Deal for Artists – Now through January 10, 2010
Stop by the Smithsonian American Art Institution to view 56 paintings on display that were commissioned as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Public Works of Art Program during the Great Depression.
NSO Pops: Happy Holidays – December 10th through December 13th
The Holiday season comes alive as conductor Marvin Hamlisch takes you on pop-themed collection of holiday music. This performance will really get you in the holiday spirit and the Kennedy Center is only 3 miles from the Capitol Hill Suites. Visit the John F. Kennedy Center for performing arts website at http://www.kennedy-center.org/ for more information.
A German Christmas: In Dulci Jubilo – December 11th through December 20th
Join the Cantate Chamber singers and instrumentalists as they perform music by 17th century German composer Michael Praetorious at the Folger Theatre. Visit http://www.folger.edu/ for tickets and further information.
Women Photojournalists of Washington – Now through January 1, 2010
This exhibit is a collection of juried photographs by women journalists in Washington, D.C. Come see this rare event while you can, because it will be gone after the New Year! Call the Honfleur Gallery at 202-889-5000 for more information.
National Symphony Orchestra: Handel's Messiah – December 17th through December 20th
Visit the John F. Kennedy Center for performing arts to get in the Christmas spirit as conductor Rossen Milanov leads various soloists and the Washington Chorus through a stunning performance of Handel's Messiah. Visit http://www.kennedy-center.org/ for more information.
Eagle Bank Bowl – Tuesday, December 29th
Join in the festivities of the college football bowl season as a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference battles bowl-eligible Army or another team. Grab your blankets and hot chocolate and head to RFK stadium which is located less than 2 miles from the Capitol Hill Suites to enjoy the wonderful game day atmosphere! Call 202-397-7328 to order your tickets.
Jazz New Year's Eve - Thursday, December 31, 2009
Say goodbye to 2009 as John Pizzarelli takes you back to the days of the Rat Pack with his program entitled "Dear Mr. Sinatra." Get your tickets and visit the John F. Kennedy Center for performing arts to hear his tribute to "Ol' Blue Eyes." Visit The Kennedy Center for more information.
Brian Jungen: Strange Comfort – Now through August 8, 2010
The Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of the American Indian presents works by Brian Jungen, a Native American artist. Jungen's unique take on everyday life transforms modern objects into Native American crafts. Visit http://www.nmai.si.edu/index.cfm for more information.
Cosmopolitan Chicken Project – Now through Dec. 31, 2009
The Conner Contemporary Art Museum presents works by Belgian artist Koen Vanmechelen which include live chickens which were crossbred by the artist, as well as various drawings and photographs. This unique exhibit only lasts until December 31st, so don't miss your chance to see it! Visit http://www.connercontemporary.com/ for more information.
Universal Dimensions: The Space Art of Wang Ming – Now through April 9, 2010
Wang Ming is a former Air Traffic Controller turned artist who now produces abstract art pieces. The 35 pieces in this exhibit have a certain "cosmic" theme to them, which you can see at the Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum. Visit http://www.nasm.si.edu for more information.
Karsh at 100: Portraits of Artists – Now through December 18, 2009
In celebration of Yousuf Karsh's 100th birthday, the Canadian embassy in Washington, DC, has partnered with the National Gallery of Canada to create this exhibit of 28 artists photographed by Karsh. The subjects are portrayed in unique and playful ways to capture their essence and artistic character. They include photographs of Andy Warhol, Ernest Hemingway, and Christian Dior to name a few. Visit http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/washington/offices-bureaux/exhib_expo.aspx?lang=eng for more information.
Designing the Lincoln Memorial: Daniel Chester French and Henry Bacon – Now through February 12, 2010
Visit the National Gallery of Art for a rare view of the 6 foot plaster model and wooden model that the artists used to create one of the most recognizable memorials in the world. Visit http://www.nga.gov/exhibitions/lincolninfo.shtm for more information.