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Art Glass Center at Glen Echo

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - Ongoing

Presenter: The Art Glass Center

Location: Art Glass Center

Admission: Free Admission

Contact Email: BBVischi@comcast.net

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Art Glass Center gallery's ongoing exhibitions feature the work of resident artists Diane Cabe, Christine Hekimian, Bev and Zayde Sleph, and Bobbi Vischi. Sculpture, vessels, functional art, and jewelry are also for sale. Open Fridays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m.

Glen Echo Pottery Exhibitions

Saturday and Sunday - Ongoing

Presenter: Glen Echo Pottery

Location: Glen Echo Pottery

Admission: Free Admission

Contact Phone: (301) 229-5585

http://www.glenechopottery.com.

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Glen Echo Pottery presents ongoing exhibitions in the Glen Echo Pottery gallery. These feature a special selection of work by resident artists, instructors, and students. Open every Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

Register Now for Winter Classes!

Starting Saturday, August 2, 10 am - ongoing

Presenter: Glen Echo Park Partnership

Recommended Ages: All ages

Location: No. Arcade, 2nd Floor

Admission: Tuition varies by class

Contact Name: Registrar

Contact Email: registrar@glenechopark.org

Contact Phone: 301.634.2226

Glen Echo Classes Online

With hundreds of classes to choose from, there is something for everyone at Glen Echo Park!
We have a terrific line-up of programs for all ages, so check out the catalog now! For a preview, download the PDF version of the catalog. Online registration for the fall-winter semester is now open and you can browse class offerings and register online. Printed catalogs are available at the Park, at your local library and art stores.
We look forward to seeing you in a class this winter!

National Park Service Programs

Saturdays & Sundays - Ongoing

Presenter: National Park Service

Admission: Free

Contact Phone: 301-320-1400

http://www.nps.gov/glec

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Films: A 60-minute documentary highlighting the Park's 115-year history from a National Chautauqua Assembly to a premiere amusement park to a vibrant arts and humanities center. Shown at 4p.m.
Tours: Carousel tours start at 10:30 a.m. (May - Sep) or noon (Oct-Apr) and give visitors a closer look at the beautiful 1921 Dentzel carousel. Find out how it was made, how it works, and about he rest of the amusement park attractions that were built around it. Hear about the civil rights protests and the inspiring story of how the town rallied together to save the carousel.
Park tours begin at 2 p.m. and lead visitors on a walking tour of the Park to learn about its fascinating history and the current programs in visual and performing arts, as well as environmental education for children.
Admission is free for films and tours. Tours begin and films are shown at the visitor's desk in the Arcade Building on Saturdays and Sundays. Tours are also offered by appointment at (301) 320-1400. For further information, visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Programs

Saturdays & Sundays - Ongoing

Presenter: Discovery Creek Children's Museum

Location: Old stables building, near the Park entrance

Admission: Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers

Contact Phone: 202-488-0627

http://www.discoverycreek.org

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Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition! Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities, such as encountering live animals, playing in an oversized sandpit, taking an interpretive hike, creative crafts, and more! In the former Glen Echo Park stable building, near the park entrance. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Teachers, bring your class in from Tuesday through Friday.

Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery

Every Saturday and Sunday

Presenter: Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery

Admission: Free

Contact Phone: 301-371-5593

http://www.yellowbarnstudio.com

The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery presents free exhibitions of emerging artists' work. Each weekend features the work of a different artist. Most artwork is also for sale. Open every Saturday and Sunday, 12 to 5 p.m.

Visit the Yellow Barn website for the latest newsletter.

Photoworks Gallery

Saturdays, 1 to 4pm, Sundays and Wednesdays 1 to 8pm

Presenter: Photoworks

Location: Photoworks Gallery

Contact Phone: 301-229-7930

http://www.glenechophotoworks.org

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Photoworks is a unique resource for both student and professional photographers to develop their talents through classes, workshops, and exhibitions. The Photoworks gallery is open every Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m., and Sunday and Wednesday, 1 to 8 p.m., and during all scheduled classes and workshops.

Glassworks

Nov 14 - Jun 29

Start Time: 1:00 AM

Presenter: Glassworks

Contact Phone: (301) 634-2222

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Glassworks is currently closed for renovation. For more information, call (301) 634-2222.

Holiday Art Show & Sale

November 22, 2008 - January 11, 2009

Presenter: Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

Location: Popcorn Gallery

Admission: Free and open to the public

Contact Phone: (301) 634-2222

--------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture presents its annual Holiday Art Show and Sale. The exhibition will feature works by resident artists and will include glass, ceramics, photography, painting, and more. Browse and buy fine artworks for everyone on your holiday shopping list. In the Popcorn Gallery. An artists' reception will be held on Saturday, December 13 from 6 to 9pm as part of our Winter's Eve Event. -------------------------------------------------------------------------
Holiday Hours for December 1 - 21:

W, Th, Fri , 10:30am - 1:30pm
Fri, 7:30pm - 10:00pm
Sa, 10:30am - 6:00pm; 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Su, 10:30am - 6:00pm

Sa, Dec. 13, 6pm – 10:30pm

Holiday Hours for December 22 & 23:

M & Tu, 10:30am - 1:30pm

"Beyond the Image"

December 7 - January 23

Presenter: Photoworks

Location: Photoworks Gallery

Admission: Free

Contact Phone: (301) 229-7930

http://www.glenechophotoworks.org

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Photoworks at Glen Echo Park presents an exhibition of photographs by students in Mark Power's fall photography class, a collaborative, project-oriented workshop for student of all levels. Open Sundays and Wednesdays, 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and at all times during day and evening classes. For more information contact (301) 229-7930 or visit www.glenechophotoworks.org.

 

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