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DC Panel to Tackle Challenges for Black Music Artists in Nation's Capital
CAH and DC Music Summit host a panel on June 16, addressing why Black artists feel compelled to leave DC for success. The event will explore infrastructure gaps and pathways to a thriving local music ecosystem, fostering cultural preservation and…
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DC Arts and Humanities Commission Holds June Meeting
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities holds its June Full Commission Meeting today, June 15, at 5:30 PM ET. The hybrid public meeting will cover committee reports, grantee highlights, and public comment, available live on YouTube.
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Georgetown to Host International 'Son de l'Amour' Block Party
Georgetown will host the 'Son de l'Amour' Block Party on June 20, 2026, featuring .idk. and local artists. This event, part of Fête de la Musique, celebrates culture and community.
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DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities to Open "Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique" Exhibition
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities opens "Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique" on June 11. Featuring 23 DC artists, the exhibition uses collage to explore national division and reconcile fractured American history and modern life.
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DC Panel to Address Infrastructure Gaps for Black Music in the Nation's Capital
A panel discussion in Washington, DC, will explore challenges and solutions for Black music artists and professionals. The event, in partnership with DC Music Summit, aims to rethink infrastructure, funding, and opportunities to foster a thriving local music ecosystem.
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CAH to Host Public Art Grant Review Session
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is holding a review session for its Public Art Building Communities grant applicants on June 16. The program funds new public art projects, with grants available for Fiscal Year 2027.
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DC Arts and Humanities Commission Seeks Public Input on Strategic Plan and June Meeting
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities invites public comment for its June 15 meeting and seeks feedback on its draft Strategic Plan through multiple sessions and a written submission period, encouraging community input on arts and humanities oversight.
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DC Commission Announces Arts and Humanities Fellowship and Capital Project Grants
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities opens applications for two grant programs: the Arts and Humanities Fellowship Program and the Capital Projects program, supporting individual artists and organizations. Deadlines are July 7 and July 9, 2026.
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DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities to Host "Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique" Exhibition
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities presents "Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique," an exhibition at Eye Street Gallery. Featuring 23 DC artists, it uses collage to explore national divisions and American history, with an opening on June 11.
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DC Arts Commission to Host Creative Community Meet and Greet
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) is hosting a meet and greet for creatives on June 25th. Attendees can learn about the agency, network, and ask grant questions at the Eye Street Gallery.
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DC Arts Commission Unveils New Exhibition, Seeks Public Input on Strategic Plan
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities announces a new collage exhibition, seeks feedback on its strategic plan, and highlights numerous arts and culture opportunities and events across Washington D.C.
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DC Arts and Humanities Commission Announces Grant Deadlines and Seeks Panelists
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities reminds applicants of upcoming deadlines for East Arts and Projects, Events, or Festivals grants, while also seeking panelists for grant reviews this summer.
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DC Arts Commission Spotlights Local Talent with Dual Events
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities presents two events on May 21: the "Finders Keepers" art exhibition closing reception, showcasing repurposed objects, and a "Poisoned Apple?" theatrical sneak peek, an interactive modern take on Snow White.
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DC Arts Commission Launches College Savings Art Contest for Young Residents
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is holding an art contest for DC residents aged 3-7. Winners from each ward will receive a $529 contribution to a DC College Savings Plan account. The deadline for submissions is May…
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DC Arts and Humanities Commission Holds Hybrid Meeting Today
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH) is holding its full hybrid meeting today, May 18, at 5:30 PM ET. The public can observe the proceedings online, which include committee reports and public comment.
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DC Arts Commission Seeks Exhibition Proposals and Grant Reviewers
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is inviting individuals and nonprofits to submit exhibition proposals for its physical and virtual galleries for FY27. They are also recruiting panelists to review grant applications, offering a $250 gift card for…
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DC Commission to Host Panel on AI's Impact on Art and Culture
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities hosts a panel on May 12 to explore AI's impact on art. Experts will discuss creativity, ethics, ownership, and the future of cultural work, offering insights for artists, educators, and communities on…
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DC Artists Explore Division Through Collage in New Exhibition
A new exhibition, "Rip! Tear! Collage as Critique," opens June 11, 2026, at DC's Eye Street Gallery. Featuring 23 local artists, it uses diverse collage methods to address national division and American history, offering perspectives on rupture and repair.
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DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities to Host Panel on AI's Impact on the Arts
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities and Edutainment Productions will host a live panel on May 12 to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the arts, focusing on ethics, ownership, and the future of creative work.
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DC Arts Commission Highlights Local Talent with Diverse Exhibitions and Events
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is showcasing local talent through diverse events, including an open mic for formerly incarcerated artists, a found-object exhibition titled "Finders Keepers," and the fortieth anniversary of the Art Bank program.
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