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In the midst of the country's historic and
revered institutions are some of the nations
premier art collections and first-class cultural
arts centers located in and around the nations
capital. Here is a brief summary of the amazing
diverse and wonderful organizations, museums
and foundations that are located in the area.
Please note, many galleries offer free admission.
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arts in the DC area.
Montpelier Cultural Arts
Center - A showcase for local art
talent, there are three galleries with changing
exhibits and live demonstrations of art, from
crafts to painting and sculpture. Next door
is an 18th-century Georgian mansion, guided
tours of the grounds and interior are available.
/ Muirkirk Rd. / Laurel MD / 301-953-1993
The Lyceum
- Built in 1839, The Lyceum was the first cultural
center in Alexandria. Occupied by both Union
and Confederate Troops during the Civil War,
the building is a museum of Alexandria’s
history, which sponsors concerts, lectures,
programs and exhibitions. / 201 S. Washington
St. / Alexandria VA / 703-838-4994 / Free
Torpedo Factory Art Center
- Eighty-four studios and five galleries comprise
the center which was built in the World War
I & II Torpedo Factory. Watch over 150
artists and artisans at work, purchases may
be made in the galleries or from some of the
artists. / 105 N. Union / Alexandria VA / 703-838-4565
/ Free Admission
Wolf Trap Farm for the
Performing Arts - The country's
only National Park dedicated to the performing
arts, Wolf Trap is a partially covered outdoor
amphitheater that showcases top performances
in opera, symphony, jazz, country, dance, pop
and musical productions. Shows are scheduled
from late May to early September. / off I-495,
Exit 11S to SR 123 to SR7 / Vienna VA / 703-218-6500
for performance schedules and tickets / Admission
costs vary with programs and sponsors
The Barns at Wolf Trap
- Two antique barns, one German and the other
English, compose an intimate indoor theatre
that showcases indoor performances of opera,
dance and music with a season that runs from
October to mid-May. / 1635 Wolf Trap Rd. /
Vienna VA / 703-938-2404 for performance schedules
and tickets
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