Check Out “Masterpieces of American Furniture from the Kaufman Collection, 1700-1830” at the National Gallery of Art
It may be hard to believe, but DC has never had a major representation of early American furniture on display in any of their extensive network of museums. The new exhibit at The National Gallery of Art is the first such display with Masterpieces of American Furniture from the...
READ MOREDon’t Miss “Beetlejuice” at the National Theatre
'Tis the season to enjoy spooky stories, and there's nothing spookier than a twisted tale from Tim Burton. The film Beetlejuice is among his most famous works, and a musical adaptation of the movie is currently playing on a stage near you. Beetlejuice is at the National...
READ MOREStart Your Halloween Weekend at Newseum Frights on October 26
Get your tickets now for Newseum Frights, a spooktacular Halloween bash on October 26 from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. The museum transforms into the most hauntingly happening Halloween party in DC, complete with live music and entertainment, and plenty to eat and drink. Wolfgang...
READ MOREVisit the New Milk Bar Flagship at Logan Circle
New York bakery Milk Bar recently opened its third Washington location at Logan Circle, and this one is their flagship store. What makes the nearly 2,400-square-foot Milk Bar Flagship different is its roomy café space, ability to host events and classes, and an innovation lab...
READ MOREMeet Friends for a Drink at the Next Farm Friday Happy Hour
Up Top Acres takes the conventional idea of rural farming and shapes it to fit an urban setting. The organization quite literally puts farmable acres "up top," transforming unused rooftops in DC into urban farms. The Farm at 55 M Street is one of them, a mere block from the...
READ MOREDon’t Miss the End of DC Beer Week from August 19th – 26th
The DC Brewers’ Guild presents the 10th annual DC Beer Week from August 19th to 26th. The eight-day festival celebrates the Capital region’s craft beer community with local breweries, restaurants, and bars. Enjoy craft beer tastings, educational seminars, and a variety of...
READ MOREEnjoy the Upscale Ambiance at The Eleanor DC Bowling Alley
Located in the Ivy City neighborhood of D.C., The Eleanor is a casual bistro and lounge complete with art deco bowling lanes and nostalgic arcade games like skee ball and pin ball machines. The kitchen serves up sustainably-sourced, seasonal dishes along with a wide-range...
READ MOREVisit the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Completely for Free
Thanks to a 1926 act of Congress that protected much of Anacostia Park's forested areas, DC residents can enjoy a visit to the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens today. Since the gardens are part of the National Park System, there's no entrance fee, either. If you visit during July...
READ MOREDon’t Miss “Naked Eyes” at Artechouse in its Final Days
Did you know that it's possible to shape and sculpt light, bending it to one's will—or rather, one's artistic ideas? Architect/musician Takami Nakamoto and illustrator Noemi Schipfer are well aware. They're the pair behind Paris-based Nonotak Studio, an artistic...
READ MORETry the Specialty Eggs Benedict at Le Grenier’s Brunch
The steak du chef reigns as one of the most popular brunch eats at Le Grenier. The French restaurant serves up the steak every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It's a grilled Angus beef steak dressed in shallot sauce and a mustard drizzle, plus your choice of...
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