Latest Events in Washington D.C.(September Updated)

Lowriding culture combines artistic expression, technological innovations, and storytelling that reflects Mexican American and Chicano culture and identity. This vibrant, bilingual exhibition showcases this unique car-making tradition with photos, graphics, and two classic Chevy Impalas: “El Rey” and “Gypsy Rose.” Featuring murals and candy red paint, the 1963 vehicle “El Rey” was built by three generations of the same family. With its hand-painted roses, the 1964 “Gypsy Rose,” is recognized as one of the most iconic lowriders and credited with putting the car culture into the public imagination. Following WWII, the U.S. embraced car culture as a symbol of the American dream. In Mexican American communities, lowrider cars became a source of pride and a way of creating community in an era with wide-spread discrimination and racism towards Latinas/os. Corazón y vidatells the 80-year history of lowriding and community building through photographs, posters, objects such as a pinstripe tool kit, car club clothing, trophies and other materials.

The "In Pursuit of Life, Liberty, and Happiness" exhibition will span three floors and 300,000 square feet, showcasing 250 important exhibits, including the desk Jefferson used when drafting the Declaration of Independence. Another notable exhibit is the USS Philadelphia, the only surviving gunboat from the early U.S. Navy. This National Historic Landmark, which helped the United States repel the British invasion, will undergo on-site restoration to preserve it for posterity. Visitors and online audiences can gain a deeper understanding of the glorious achievements and challenges of America's journey through a year-long series of engaging activities. These activities include hands-on activities, theatrical performances, educational tools, and virtual field trips to classrooms nationwide.

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Over 100 works on paper showcase how artists over the past 250 years have explored America's historical experience by depicting American landscapes, people, and ideals of freedom. These works cover a wide range of subjects, including photographs by Carlton Watkins, Dorothea Lange, and Kelly May Weems; prints by Thomas Hart Benton, Roy Lichtenstein, and Rupert Garcia; and drawings by Thomas Moran, John Wilson, and Tonita Peña.

Throughout history, the Stars and Stripes has inspired pride, protest, and profound artistic expression. From the battlefield to modern cultural movements, the evolution of this flag in art reveals a nation constantly reinventing itself. This exhibition features approximately 30 artworks spanning from the late 19th century to the present, tracing the evolution of the meaning of the American flag. The exhibition explores the symbolism of the flag and the connection between people and the flag. You will enjoy paintings, prints, and photographs by renowned artists such as Gordon Parks, Child Hassam, Dorothea Lange, Jasper Johns, and Faith Ringold.

PBC Conference is the B2B conference for payments, banking, and compliance in the cannabis industry. Join us for our 7th annual conference in the nation's capital for 2 days of networking and learning with industry leaders, along with regulators & legislators. PBC Conference brings together the cannabis banking ecosystem, with a focus on payments, banking, & compliance. Our All Access Passes include access to keynote speeches, engaging panel sessions, exhibit room, coffee breaks, lunches, and happy hours. Topics include: Payments, Banking, Compliance, Investing, Financing & Lending, Accounting & Taxes, HR & Payroll, Insurance, Seed-to-Sale, Tech, Security, & more! More info: www.pbcconference.com Stay onsite at the Capital Hilton Hotel. Information Source: PBC Conference | eventbrite

The 2026 "Art Nights" is a citywide feast of performing and visual arts. On September 11th and 12th, Washington, D.C., transforms into a stage showcasing the city's diverse talent and creativity. The festival emphasizes the fusion of art and commerce in the business district, placing artists and entrepreneurs at the heart of community celebrations. The festival brings together visual and performing arts, encompassing painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, dance, theatre, film, and poetry. Indoor and outdoor venues—from public spaces to local businesses and restaurants—offer a diverse range of activities. With the addition of "all-night" events, visitors can also experience the city's vibrant dining scene, with restaurants extending their hours and offering menus showcasing Washington, D.C.'s culinary creativity.

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